You said mechs were going to fight monsters, but instead you're destroying stars with your bare

Chapter 17 Summer Health Care

Li Zhe didn't linger outside; he was openly enjoying himself.

He chose to return to his school dormitory to enjoy the moment of taking stock of his spoils all to himself.

The dormitory isn't far; it's just across the street...

I returned to my high school dormitory, which was slightly weathered.

Pushing open the door, my gaze swept over the other three empty bed boards.

I lived here for six years, throughout my junior and senior high school years.

This place was once home in a sense.

Now that everyone has gone their separate ways, this temporary fortress has crumbled...

After all the exams are over, regardless of the results, the students will go their separate ways and may never see each other again for the rest of their lives.

The era of peers from different social classes gathering together has come to an end, and the first summer vacation under the doomsday crisis—and perhaps the last—has begun.

As for where I should settle down and make a living in the future...

Forget it, let's not consider this matter for now.

Only by making the most of the present and readily available joys can we ensure a long and prosperous future!
From the maintenance hangar, we retrieved the most entertaining find of the trip—

A rare-grade core material that is entirely black, with a dark purple light shimmering inside!

【Name: The Witch's Seed】

[Quality: Rare]

[Type: Core Material]

[Effect: Can be used as a general-purpose material to meet the time requirements for reducing various blueprint production times; the equipment produced has an additional effect of mitigating the erosion effect of the Abyss Domain]

"This material is pretty good." Li Zhe rubbed his hands together with delight.

Next, he took out the [Rare Melee Module].

"Legendary weaponry, come on!"

The [Sloth Witch Core] and the previously obtained [Chainsaw Core] were selected together and put into the production sequence as production materials.

In an instant, the purple blueprint on the system panel shone brightly!
Amidst the dazzling purple light, a sliver of noble and radiant golden light suddenly shone through!

The two lights intertwined and merged, eventually stabilizing into a glittering golden production sequence!

[Legendary Melee Module (In Production). Estimated Production Time: 30 minutes]

Get it!

Looking at the golden countdown, Li Zhe was in a great mood.

Soon, I will be able to possess another legendary weapon module.

Once this good fortune gets out, it will definitely infuriate everyone around.

While waiting for the equipment to be completed, Li Zhe refocused his attention on the task of maintaining his armor.

"Maintaining my skin and nails... to put it bluntly, it's about making me feel good." Li Zhe's thoughts gradually became clearer.

To keep a precision machine in optimal condition, it simply involves cleaning, lubrication, rust removal, calibration, energy replenishment, and ensuring the driver's physical and mental well-being.

Translate it onto yourself...

So, it's about taking a bath, getting a back scrub, a massage, and having a good meal?

Wow, the argument is rigorous and flawless.

"However, you need to have the means to enjoy yourself."

Li Zhe took out his phone and checked his balance...

Ugh, that hurts, I'm not watching anymore.

Although I can go into the Abyss dungeon anytime to eat buffet food and hunt monsters to fill my stomach.

However, it's impossible to stay in the instance space every moment; most of the time, one still has to live on Earth.

Daily necessities like food, clothing, shelter, and transportation remain a huge problem.

We need to find a way to make money.

He reopened the system panel and switched to the [Bounty Board].

The most eye-catching part of the list is the unfathomable, currently clueless, level 0 guardian.

In addition, the list also includes bounties for monsters lurking on Earth.

Completing these bounty missions will also earn you valuable merit points.

It's important to know that the medals earned through merit can be exchanged for substantial financial subsidies from the United Government.

“Exchanging merits for money…that’s one way, but how to collect the money is a problem.” Li Zhe frowned.

To redeem rewards at the United Government's offices in various locations, you'll inevitably need to register the mech pilot's detailed information and even undergo a rigorous medical examination...

"Things will work themselves out; let's get the maintenance done first."

Let's put the panel away and not dwell on this long-term issue for now.

Open your phone's map app and start searching for nearby leisure and relaxation venues.

Soon, a bathhouse with an excellent reputation, high ratings, and, most importantly, affordable prices came into his view.

"That's it!"

Li Zhe's eyes lit up.

"To maintain my manicure, you still have to use the most traditional, authentic, and meticulous craftsmanship!"

Having made his decision, Li Zhe didn't delay any longer.

With a thought, he adjusted his disguise, reverting to his 1.8-meter-tall student appearance and attire.

I locked the dormitory door and wandered over to that bathhouse.

As soon as you enter, a warm aroma mixed with moisture and the scent of some kind of herb hits you.

The receptionist greeted him warmly.

After changing my hand cards, I was about to head to the locker room—

A familiar voice, tinged with surprise, came from the side. "Eh? Xiao Zhe?!"

Li Zhe looked in the direction of the sound and raised an eyebrow.

He saw a middle-aged man with a receding hairline but full of energy looking at him with a face full of surprise.

This person is no one else.

It was Wang Qiangdong, the owner of "Salted Fish Internet Cafe," whom he had just rescued from the monster's belly!

Standing next to Wang Qiangdong were his wife and his little daughter with cute pigtails.

The family of three appeared to be fine, except for some mental fatigue.

"Brother Dong? Long time no see, what's going on here..." Li Zhe carefully chose his words and stepped forward to greet him.

"Well, it's a long story!" Mr. Wang's eyes even welled up with tears.

"I've survived a close call! I've survived a close call! I never expected to run into you here!"

He excitedly grabbed Li Zhe and explained the situation briefly.

They were eaten by a monster and then rescued.

The security agencies under the Blue Star United Government are now extremely efficient.

It was confirmed that the family of three was physically unharmed, but had been somewhat frightened.

They were given psychological counseling and were first settled in a nearby official guesthouse.

As for the original residence, the maid's quarters that were taken over by the anthropomorphic monster, it has been completely sealed off.

After a more thorough on-site investigation and environmental cleanup are completed, they will be notified to go back and collect their luggage.

As for what exactly happened in the shop during that period...

There were no security cameras in the store, and the surveillance cameras on the surrounding streets did not capture any suspicious figures.

The memories of the young women who were abducted to work as maids are also vague.

Aside from confirming that some abyssal monster was behind the incident, we can't find any other explanation.

"I figured I had just escaped death, so I had to come here for a soak to get rid of all the bad luck!" Mr. Wang said with deep emotion.

He glanced at Li Zhe and said in a bold and unyielding tone that brooked no refusal:

"Come on, let's not say anything more! It's fate that we ran into you here!"
"It's my treat today, so we have to have a proper soak, I'll give you the full package!"

Since Boss Wang is so enthusiastic, Li Zhe will gladly accept it.

I just saved on bath fees, how nice!

And so, the two of them, completely open with each other, entered the steamy, misty bath area...

"Hey kid, you haven't been coming to visit me for a while now."

Mr. Wang leaned comfortably against the hot water pool.

He sighed as he felt the warm water washing over his tired body.

"Later I found out, hey! You were actually spending all your time buried in books, preparing for the mecha pilot selection exam!"

He looked at Li Zhe with a look of satisfaction in his eyes.

"You've really grown up; you know how to fight for your future!"

Li Zhe smiled but didn't offer any further explanation.

I really didn't have much drive back then.

During my school years, aside from going to internet cafes and playing sports after class, I considered all the time spent in prison; only playing sports and going to internet cafes could be considered life.

And now...

Every minute and every second is life.

Li Zhe lay down comfortably, letting the warm pool water soak his body.

Feel every muscle slowly relax and stretch under the influence of the hot water...

After soaking in the water and feeling completely relaxed, Mr. Wang stood up, looking refreshed.

He gestured to Li Zhe, who was still somewhat unsatisfied, and led him to lie down on the massage bed next to him.

"Master!" he shouted at the top of his lungs.

"Give this young man the best set meal!" Boss Wang waved his hand.

After arranging everything, he happily went to take a sauna, saying he wanted to "force all the toxins out of his body."

A top-notch bathhouse attendant arrived at the call.

He was an old man over fifty years old, but he was in good spirits and his arm muscles were as strong as granite.

He had a towel around his waist and a professional bath towel in his hand. He slowly walked to Li Zhe's bedside.

The moment his experienced gaze fell on Li Zhe's back, the old master's brows furrowed almost imperceptibly.

"Young man, look at your build..."

The master craftsman has been in the business for thirty years and has worked with at least eight thousand, if not ten thousand, people.

From skinny "ribs" to fat "Michelin" figures, what kind of physique hasn't he seen?
But the body before me is simply a perfect work of art!
His muscle lines flowed as smoothly as a hero sculpture from ancient Greek mythology, every inch exuding a restrained yet explosive sense of power.

Her skin was smooth and firm, without a trace of excess fat, and even had a healthy glow under the light.

This... this is simply the "top-tier" material in the world of body scrubbing!
"Master, go ahead and scrub me all you want, I'm tough and resilient," Li Zhe said frankly, lying on the bed.

"Make sure to use a little force!"

Upon hearing this, the experienced craftsman was immediately filled with fighting spirit.

He took a deep breath and soaked the bath towel in hot water.

Drawing upon his thirty years of experience in this field, he began his "physical rust removal" and "high-precision polishing" processes...

"Sizzle—Sizzle—"

The bath towel made a steady, powerful rubbing sound on Li Zhe's smooth skin...

(End of this chapter)