World-saving Plan: The Only Savior-Chapter 268 - 152 Mine Resources

Atop the Dragon Viewing Platform, Zhang Xiaoman and Ye Cang sat opposite each other, their eyes emitting a silver radiance. In conjunction with the surrounding fairy-tale scenery of mist-enshrouded mountains and clouds, they truly resembled True Immortals from another realm.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, Zhang Xiaoman gave him some guidance on the next direction of study before draining his teacup and standing up to say,

"Now that all that needs to be said has been covered, I won’t linger here any longer. I still need to visit the Dragon Sleep Stone Mine. Would elder Ye be interested in joining me?"

Having said this, he strolled to the edge of the pavilion, outside of which a fine rain had started to fall without notice.

Ye Cang also rose to his feet, his movements unfettered despite his age well into the nineties, exhibiting none of the typical hindrances of his age.

"The Star Lord has come from afar, and it is only proper that I, Ye, should play the good host. How could I let you make the journey alone? Moreover, having the chance to witness the Star Lord’s methods firsthand is something I earnestly desire," he responded.

Zhang Xiaoman chuckled and shook his head as he replied,

"Elder Ye need not be so formal with me. Though I have established the Star Alliance, in the end, I am but a youth who hasn’t reached his full potential. In front of you, elder Ye, there’s still much for me to learn. You can simply call me Xiao Man, no need for such formalities."

While the feeling of respect was pleasant, for someone as senior as Mr. Ye to keep addressing him with such reverence made it seem like too much of a good thing.

Yet when Ye Cang heard this, he firmly declined, "Star Lord, one must not disregard the customs. As the saying goes, there is no order in learning, and the advanced should be regarded as masters. Since the Star Lord has imparted knowledge and resolved my doubts. how could I possibly overstep my bounds?"

Seeing his adamant stance, Zhang Xiaoman knew he couldn’t change his mind on the spot and could only let out a silent sigh, shaking his head in resignation.

This perhaps was a consequence of their different living environments. If he were to pick any elder from outside, Zhang Xiaoman believed that none would act as Ye Cang did.

Although the old man had come to terms with the extraordinary truth of time and knew the Immortal Path was out of reach, his behavior and manners still bore traces of his past, or perhaps, this was simply a mild form of idealism.

Looking out at the drizzling rain, Zhang Xiaoman stepped out boldly. A Magic Shield had already been applied to his body.

This Skill, when used directly, had no cost and would persist indefinitely until he chose to dissolve it.

The Magic Shield was something he had just learned today and this was his first time using it; he intended to take this opportunity to properly gauge its effectiveness.

As Zhang Xiaoman activated his Skill, a transparent barrier appeared clinging to his skin.

To the naked eye, this barrier was invisible and could only be detected through the use of the Spirit Detection Technique.

However, now as the rain fell upon him, that thin shield began to manifest itself.

A faint black shadow flickered with the impact of the raindrops, and amidst the steady drizzle, it prevented his clothes from getting wet in the slightest.

Behind him, Ye Cang watched with amazement, his heart filled with boundless yearning.

Zhang Xiaoman was quite surprised himself, as his initial expectation of the Magic Shield Skill had been a blue, semi-transparent Light Ball encasing him.

Only when he deployed it did he realize just how different it was from his expectations—the Magic Shield was actually invisible, revealing itself only when triggered.

And rather than being an "eggshell shield," it resembled more of a protective film.

Ye Cang followed with an umbrella unfurled, and the two boarded an Anti-gravity Car together, heading in the direction of Shade Peak.

The mine that produces Olharast Rock is located on Shade Peak.

Zhang Xiaoman took out the Mountain and River Sword, and easily chopped off several pieces of stone.

There were still many such stones here; at least within the Field of View of both individuals’ Spirit Detection Technique, a glance revealed a large expanse of Olharast Rock hidden beneath ordinary layers of rock and yet to be excavated.

With so many resources, they didn’t need to worry about running out of them in a short time.

Ye Cang looked at the other’s sharp Divine Weapon and the method of making the treasure sword fly effortlessly through air, his heart couldn’t help but be filled with immense envy.

Although he knew that this was the power of an Awakener, it truly resembled the kind of Immortal’s Divine Power he had always been pursuing.

After Zhang Xiaoman took a few pieces of rock, he then credited Mr. Ye with 40 points of Contribution Value, meaning he himself would have 40 points that he couldn’t use, plus the 5 points from Lin Sisi, he needed to set aside at least 45 points.

Although giving away so many points at once did seem like a lot, Zhang Xiaoman felt it was very worthwhile.

After all, the real selling price of Olharast Rock was far more than that, requiring 20 portions of Star Dust to exchange for a fist-sized piece. freēwēbηovel.c૦m

Moreover, the resource was someone else’s to begin with; he couldn’t simply claim that because you have joined the Star Alliance, all your family wealth now belonged to him—he wasn’t capable of doing such a thing.

Although 5 points might seem insignificant compared to the price of Olharast Rock, it was the highest reward that Zhang Xiaoman could offer at the moment.

At the same time, it also validated the words of Mr. Ye.

Everyone must contribute to the Star Alliance; since he couldn’t take to the field to fight enemies, providing resources in this way became an inevitability.

Otherwise, on what grounds could he enjoy the benefits provided by the Star Alliance unconditionally?

The title of branch residence manager, said to be voluntary, was better described as a benefit Zhang Xiaoman provided for the Ye Family.

When the Star Alliance really developed in the future, the benefits he would receive from it would certainly be immeasurable.

Next, Zhang Xiaoman took another stroll around Dragon Sleep Mountain. He had been too hasty last time and hadn’t had time to really appreciate the scenery; now that he had some free time, he made up for the regret he felt previously.

Of course, while walking around, he didn’t forget to pay attention to the passage formed by the Star Alliance Markers.

Unfortunately, he wasn’t able to find the corresponding results, which even led him to begin doubting whether his previous speculation had been mistaken.

The morning passed in a flash, and upon Ye Cang’s invitation, Zhang Xiaoman sat down to a plentiful lunch with the members of the Ye Family.

It was a family banquet, and there weren’t many people left in the Ye Family now; even with a full table, there were just nine people, not even ten.

At the dining table, only a few elders like Ye Cang and Ye Yunxiu knew about Zhang Xiaoman’s extraordinary power, and among the younger members, only Ye Fei had witnessed some of his skills.

The three daughters of the second brother, Ye Mo, sat together, constantly pulling Ye Fei, who had lost an arm, to quietly inquire about Zhang Xiaoman.

However, after the last incident and a warning from his third uncle, Ye Yunxiu, Ye Fei was well aware of the seriousness of the matter.

Now, when questioned by his sisters, he could only hedge and deflect vaguely, causing the three women to become anxious yet not daring to cause a scene.