Train Survival: You're really trying to survive!

Zurich—what deal?

Zheng Hongyuan – We don't have forging runes, so we can't make a magic-powered forge. However, we do have some extraordinary blueprints.

Zurich—don't tell me you want to borrow my forging table.

Zheng Hongyuan – Of course not. What I mean is, we'll trade you the blueprints. Then we'll provide the materials, and you'll help us craft a batch of equipment. In return, besides the blueprints, we'll also provide you with two sets of materials for crafting the equipment.

Seeing this offer, Su Li was very tempted. It was an excellent offer; the forging furnace had no durability, so with just a few clicks, he could get an extra blueprint and two magical equipment pieces for free.

Zurich—is this really true? It feels a bit unreal; there's no such thing as a free lunch.

Zheng Hongyuan—Your forging station resources are unique. We also want to get magic-powered equipment as soon as possible to improve our survivability.

Zheng Hongyuan's team has more than 30 members, all of whom are active-duty soldiers. Their members are distributed in several worlds. The discipline, combat skills, and knowledge reserves of soldiers allow them to develop very quickly. Therefore, they have many blueprints for magical equipment, some of which are duplicates.

Zheng Hongyuan planned to use a duplicate blueprint and some materials to test Su Li's character. Of course, Zheng Hongyuan thought he had a good eye for people; this young man seemed like a decent, normal person.

Su Li thought about it for a long time and felt that this was a windfall, not a trap.

He gritted his teeth and stomped his foot, then sent a message to Zheng Hongyuan.

Zuli—Okay, how do we trade? Do I need to pay any deposit? Just so you know, I won't be using my equipment as collateral.

Zheng Hongyuan smiled slightly. The fact that this person could say such things showed that he wasn't a bad person.

Zheng Hongyuan—No collateral needed, I trust you, Comrade Su Li.

After saying that, he initiated a private transaction.

[Blueprint for Lightswept Pistol, 5 Lightswept Bird Crystal Cores, 10 Lightswept Bird Glowing Beaks, 15 Lightswept Bird Crystal Feathers, 6 Lower-Grade Magic Crystals, 10 Gold Ingots - Exchange for 1 Wood]

After confirming several times that nothing was amiss, Su Li agreed to the transaction.

The blueprints and materials appeared before Su Li. Su Li studied the blueprints and then used the magic-powered forging furnace to forge the materials.

Zurich—Please wait a moment, it will take 15 minutes to prepare.

Zheng Hongyuan — Okay.

After waiting for 15 minutes, Su Li took out the pistol.

[Light-Swept Pistol]

[A rechargeable pistol crafted using materials from the Light-Gathering Bird. Non-Dark attribute users can charge the pistol with their own magical energy.]

[Light Bullet Shot: Fires light-attribute projectiles, up to 20 at a time. Recharge is required after firing all 20 projectiles]

Zurich initiated a private deal.

[Light-Swept Pistol*1, Light-Swept Bird Crystal Core*5, Light-Swept Bird's Glowing Beak*10, Light-Swept Bird's Crystal Feather*15, Low-Grade Magic Crystal*6, Gold Ingot*10]

Zheng Hongyuan immediately made the trade. Having received the pistol, his anxiety subsided.

Qi Guohui saw the pistol in Zheng Hongyuan's hand and said happily, "The deal is done?"

"Yes, the other party is very trustworthy. I didn't misjudge him. He's a very honest student."

Qi Guohui nodded seriously, "Then you should treat them well. In this game, trust and kindness are far more valuable than the equipment you have."

Zheng Hongyuan smiled slightly, "Of course I know. Don't always think I'm trying to lie to people, okay? I admit I like to trick people, but my moral standards are very high!"

Qi Guohui pursed his lips. "Alright, I won't disturb your transaction anymore. I'm going to check on the Human Organization; we'll have to start hunting down the elite monsters soon."

……

Su Li then traded with Zheng Hongyuan for a while, and also received two more blueprints and three Storm Crystal Feather Serpent cores.

【Crystal Feather Serpent Gloves】【Light-Swept Boots】

【Crystal Feather Serpent Gloves】

Introduction omitted

【Wind Rider: Utilize the power of the wind to increase attack speed】

The former was Zheng Hongyuan's thank-you gift. According to Zheng Hongyuan, they didn't have any materials for the Crystal Feather Serpent, only this blueprint, so it was useless to them.

The other Light-Swept Boots have a similar effect to the Crystal Feather Serpent Boots from Su Li. The only difference is that the bonus has changed from speed to light and dark attribute resistance.

There are also two sets of materials for the Light Gleam pistol, and two fermentation barrels that Zurich specifically requested.

Su Li first made two light-sweeping pistols, and then took out one of the fermentation barrels.

[Fermentation Tank: Can accelerate the fermentation of ingredients.]

Zurich didn't take this to brew wine.

He took out the flesh of four Kosmon bugs from his hand. Then he put the water droplet grass inside. Finally, he closed the lid of the fermentation tank.

After doing all this, Zuli started the train and went underground in the city, where he began to recite his lessons.

At 3 a.m., Sofia returned and handed over her shift to Zuli.

The next morning, which was the fifth day in the Misty City.

This morning, after breakfast, Ivan, who had recovered his health, began his new day of training. Following his training, he finally took his first step towards becoming a transcendent being, becoming a Black Iron-level Guardian.

Aside from being physically stronger, having a thicker shield, and possessing more magical energy, the only noteworthy change is the color of his magical energy. The young man's energy is a pale yellow, somewhat similar to the sun, giving off a very warm feeling.

Looking at her younger brother's handsome face, with its sunny glow, Su Li felt more and more that this guy was suited to wearing white armor, riding a white steed, and seducing princesses everywhere.

What Prince Charming?! Then what am I? A reliable (questionable) elder who helps the protagonist grow through death?

Spicy balls!

"Alright~ Stop showing off, everyone come over and change your gear." Su Li waved her hand.

The siblings came to Su Li, who handed them the equipment she had made the day before.

"One set for each person, put them on."

Ivan and Sophia both changed into their new gear. Ivan had a full set of the Crystal Feather Serpent four-piece set, plus the Light Sweep Pistol. Sophia used the remaining Light Sweep Pistol. Once they collected the materials, Zuli would equip herself with one.

Ivan put on his gear and looked similar to Zuli. The two of them were dressed in green, which looked very eco-friendly.

Sofia's female outfit is different; it's incredibly form-fitting! Combined with Sofia's appearance, it feels like a fanservice-oriented female superhero from an American comic book has appeared.

Sophia blushed as she looked at her personal equipment and immediately activated the Clothing Transformation Ring.

Then Sofia's outfit changed from a bodysuit to that of an ordinary urban girl. Wearing the coat given to her by Zuli, she looked perfectly at ease.

Su Li sighed, then stroked her chin and said, "Speaking of which, this clothing transformation ring of yours feels like it could be put to use. The simplest example is that you could transform yourself into full plate armor, the kind covered in spikes, the kind that would be so eye-catching that it would hurt anyone who looked at you. Wouldn't that effectively reduce the enemy's desire to attack?"

Su Li thinks no one wants to open a can of food.

Sophia rolled her eyes, a rare occurrence for her. "I'd like to too, but this transmogrification ring is so improper. It only allows you to use the built-in clothing, and many of the outfits aren't suitable for public display. Last time I tried to change into armor indoors, it turned out to be a bikini armor."

[I want to see it!] Su Li was startled.

Sophia immediately saw through Su Li's thoughts. Her face flushed, she frowned, and pointed at Su Li with her finger, saying, "Sexy!"

"You guys need to be careful, there are minors here," Ivan said helplessly.