Apocalypse: I Can See the HP Bar, Killing Monsters Drops Loot
Chapter 1705 - 720 Moving_2

Chapter 1705: Chapter 720 Moving_2

So Wang Tao took out some of the crystal cores he had and piled them on the table, then opened his phone’s camera.

"Wang Tao, dinner’s ready!"

At this moment, Li Qiuyu came over with a large bowl of steaming dumplings, Jiang Shixue brought a plate of dipping sauce, and Ding Yuqin gradually brought over several small dishes.

"Tastes good!" Wang Tao tried a dumpling and then said, "Let me shoot a video first."

The women saw the crystal cores on the table and subconsciously swallowed hard.

For those who had never fused a crystal core, seeing one was like seeing a delicacy; they couldn’t wait to devour it.

"Brother Wang, what’s this...?"

Jiang Shixue had the strongest willpower among the three, although she also ate crystal cores, she could still control herself. After all, Wang Tao had told her that crystal cores should not be consumed recklessly, or you might turn into a zombie.

"I’m going to shoot a video to release information about crystal cores online."

Wang Tao explained.

Crystal cores, which can enhance personal abilities, are more convincing if shown in real life during an explanation.

Wang Tao didn’t have much of other things, but he had plenty of crystal cores. Just a portion of them was enough to pile up on the table.

"Great, you guys showcase the crystal cores while I film and explain."

Wang Tao suddenly said to the three women.

"Okay!"

According to Wang Tao’s instructions, the three women each picked up a crystal core. Although the allure of the crystal cores was strong, they all turned their heads away, avoiding the temptation.

While filming, Wang Tao explained these crystal cores.

He categorized these crystal cores into three types: basic crystal cores, ability crystal cores, and special crystal cores.

Basic crystal cores include HP, mana, constitution, agility, and spirit as five basic attributes; ability crystal cores contain various abilities.

As for the special crystal cores, Wang Tao currently didn’t have any. Because, unlike in his past life, ascending to Level Two didn’t require ascension crystal cores, and he hadn’t seen any special cores like ascent, omnipotence, or extraction. But he believed they might appear later, so he pre-categorized them.

"...Crystal cores have different levels and quality, with levels being Level 1, Level Two... quality being ordinary white crystal cores, elite blue crystal cores... Currently, these five are all basic crystal cores... Fusing basic crystal cores boosts basic human attributes, but it also increases internal impurities... This is an ability crystal core, and fusing it brings not only internal impurities but also severe side effects, like this core that makes your eyes sensitive to light... So, crystal cores come with risks, and fusion should be cautious! If you genuinely want to boost your abilities, it’s advised to first integrate basic crystal cores and wait until you find a suitable ability core to integrate it later..."

Wang Tao explained all the crystal cores he had at hand in one breath.

He already specified the pros and cons of the crystal cores, so anyone who watches this video would presumably be more cautious when fusing crystal cores.

Of course, Wang Tao understood that in the current apocalyptic environment, the risk of being eaten by zombies was greater than the risk of fusing crystal cores. Hence, the video wouldn’t deter those already inclined to fuse these cores.

But Wang Tao intended this video not only for them but also for some of the leaders at the Survivor Base.

As a base leader, they might have been unaware before, but now, knowing the shortcomings of crystal cores, they would surely be more vigilant.

Wang Tao also mentioned signs of excess internal impurities, and they would recognize who within their base poses a potential threat by comparing those symptoms, thus they could focus on monitoring those individuals.

As long as no one turns into a zombie unnoticed to suddenly attack survivors, prevention is still possible.

Wang Tao’s social media account had previously published text-based survival information for the apocalypse, which garnered quite a following. Although the video was uploaded suddenly in the middle of the night, it still caught the attention of some survivors.

Upon seeing the small mountain of crystal cores stacked on the table, all the survivors were shocked.

"Crystal cores? Are they all crystal cores? Damn it!"

"Holy crap! Is this some army officer? Otherwise, how could anyone have so many crystal cores? How many zombies did they have to kill for all this!"

"We struggled to take down one ordinary zombie yesterday, with four against one, almost killed instead! We finally obtained one white crystal core, and we still haven’t decided who should use it first! And here he is, with crystal cores like they’re free, and white ones are hardly seen, all high-quality!"

"Impressive! Just awesome! This must be that legendary ability user’s lair! And did you all spot this? He’s even eating dumplings! Handmade dumplings! I risked my life to get a pack of bread today, and here he is with handmade dumplings... You just can’t compare one person to another!"

"Stop focusing just on the crystal cores and dumplings! Look at those hands displaying the cores, even though we only see a pair of hands, we can tell these belong to a young and beautiful lady! And there are three different pairs; it means there are at least three gorgeous women serving by his side!"

"With powerful strength, plenty of crystal cores, abundant food, and numerous beautiful women serving... that’s the dream scene in my mind!"

"Where is this guy? I want to go join forces with him..."

"..."

Wang Tao refreshed his phone, and a burst of comments and barrage messages appeared, but some people focused not on the crystal cores but on food, women, etc. Wang Tao couldn’t help being speechless.

However, he didn’t reply nor sent any additional messages; he had done everything he could, and now it all depended on those survivors’ fortunes.

After dinner, as Ding Yuqin was about to leave, Wang Tao stopped her.

"Take these Level 1 crystal cores and fuse them."

Wang Tao gave each of the three women some basic crystal cores, all of which were of 100% purity after fusion.

Though they hadn’t found suitable ability crystal cores for them yet, using basic cores to enhance their self-defense capabilities was prudent.

"What? For me?"

Ding Yuqin found it hard to believe.

Such valuable items given to her?

Her first reaction was happiness, indicating Wang Tao cared for her, but her second reaction was apprehension, feeling that with her limited abilities, fusing crystal cores would be a waste.

Li Qiuyu had similar thoughts to Ding Yuqin, and both found it hard to believe. They were unaware that Wang Tao had already ascended to Level Two and assumed he was sharing the cores he’d need himself.

As for Jiang Shixue, her eyes sparkled immediately; the reason she wanted to follow Wang Tao was to enhance her capabilities! Now, the opportunity had arrived!

But seeing Li Qiuyu and Ding Yuqin not taking them, she hesitated to reach out.

"Take them, your becoming stronger means you won’t drag me back."

Wang Tao said straightforwardly.

The three women, who were initially touched, felt awkward immediately.

Unable to wait any longer, Jiang Shixue quickly clutched the crystal core in her hand, looking expectantly at Wang Tao:

"Can I use it now?"

"Of course, they’re for you to use right now. We’re heading to Shuize Base tomorrow, so enhance your abilities before we go."

"Okay!"

Without a second word, Jiang Shixue consumed a blood volume crystal core immediately.

Li Qiuyu and Ding Yuqin, realizing her action, eagerly started using the cores.

Perhaps due to the gap in strength, Wang Tao could fuse multiple crystal cores at once with no issues, while they felt sleepy after fusing a certain number of cores.

Ding Yuqin quickly went to sleep, and Jiang Shixue also returned to her room to rest.

Li Qiuyu, who had resolved to spend some alone time with Wang Tao when Ding Yuqin went home, had planned to take the initiative. However, she felt too drowsy and had to abandon her plan.

The next day.

The three women awoke feeling refreshed, in the best condition.

"Pack your things; we’re moving to Shuize University today."

"Alright!"