Blind Spot
Chapter 165 - 154 sudden change 2

Chapter 165: 154 sudden change 2

"Director Ding, how strong can the strongest Mecha Engineer in our Yi Country be?" Li Chengyi asked directly about the topic he was most curious about.

He needed a clear comparison with the highest combat power within the existing system.

Only then could he understand where his Floral Dress stood in terms of actual combat within the realm of modern technology.

"The number one in Jiu Yi, Dongjun Mutong. Hmm, old Master Mu is the leader of Jiu Yi, and the protective field around him is known as the Great Light Lion King Imperial Palace."

"What do you mean?" Li Chengyi did not understand.

"It means the protective field around him is so strong that it’s comparable to the multiple high walls of an entire imperial palace in terms of security and thickness.

In fact, the old man’s protective field is indeed not simpler than an imperial palace. The generators inside are powered directly by many energy factories. The output of more than a dozen energy factories all converge onto him alone. The intensity is simply..."

The rest of the Jiu Yi members, though they have similar structures, can’t compare to the extravagance of old Master Mu’s field," said Ding Zaocheng, leaving Li Chengyi absolutely dumbfounded.

Over a dozen energy factories just to supply one person with protective field energy??

That strength, I’m afraid, is unimaginable.

"Mecha Engineers are an integral part of modern warfare, belonging to specialized operations; it’s not just about individual strength. So, if you want to truly advance, you have to acquire more resources, more logistical support," Ding Zaocheng explained.

"Understood!" Li Chengyi still wanted to ask if he could develop within the system.

But considering his status as a Blind Spot Individual, he did not speak up.

"Alright, I’ve achieved my purpose for coming today, so I won’t bother you anymore. If the thug sends a reply, remember to send it to me promptly," Ding Zaocheng stood up to leave.

"No problem, Director Ding, take care," Li Chengyi stood up to see him off.

He watched as the three people left the botanical garden and got into their official car to leave.

His mind was still immersed in the outrageous strength Ding Zaocheng had described.

The leader of Jiu Yi, Dongjun Mutong...

All the energy of over a dozen energy factories just to power one person’s protective field...

A person’s protective field could actually be referred to as a palace?

This kind of strength, it’s simply...

’It seems my path ahead is still very long...’

"Brother Cheng, are they gone?"

The voice of Rainbow Candy suddenly popped up from behind him.

Li Chengyi was deep in thought, and when he heard the voice, he turned around to see this girl had come to wander around again for no particular reason.

Ever since he had clearly expressed his dual identity to Rainbow Candy, she started making frequent trips to the botanical garden.

"They’re gone. Director Ding is quite good; he educated me on a lot of things about Jiu Yi. All information you can’t find on the internet," Li Chengyi said softly.

"Mecha Engineers are like that, one of the pinnacles of modern technology, along with Reinforced Humans representing the two extremes. Jiu Yi is our Yi Country’s strongest Mecha Engineer division, definitely filled with masters," Rainbow Candy said casually.

"But all this has no real connection to us, who could be finished at any time," she added.

"That’s true, if we can’t even guarantee our own lives, we don’t have the luxury to talk about other things," Li Chengyi said with a smile.

"You can still smile, Brother Cheng, you’re truly something," Rainbow Candy shook her head, "Don’t forget what day it is today."

"I haven’t forgotten. Have you chosen your flower?" Li Chengyi asked with a smile.

"Here," Rainbow Candy handed over a photo.

Li Chengyi took it and looked.

Green leaves like mint, surrounding clusters of white and purple ball-shaped flowers.

Each flower was only the size of a walnut, but many flowers grouped together looked like a ball from afar.

"It’s a hydrangea..." he said with a smile, "Purple Hydrangea."

"Pretty, right?" Rainbow Candy said with a smile, her big eyes narrowing into slits. "Fell in love with it at first sight."

"Okay, I’ll arrange it for you," Li Chengyi put away the photo.

"Thanks, Brother Cheng! And when you burn my ashes, please grind them finely so the hydrangeas will bloom even more beautifully," Rainbow Candy said with an indifferent face, speaking strange words.

"Yes, I will," Li Chengyi nodded.

After Rainbow Candy had made her main flower selection, it wasn’t long before the choices of others also arrived.

Da Xiong’s main flower was white lily, Dragon Gate Crane’s was crape myrtle, Da Hei’s was tulip. Xiao Zhong’s was... olive blossom.

It seemed that everyone had made a very deliberate choice for their main flower.

When Li Chengyi got the list, he instructed his team to purchase these flowers in a single order.

Because of the large quantity required, it was no trouble to also bring some of these flowers from the suppliers.

A few days later, under the name of Xiao Hao, Li Chengyi sent a reply to Ding Zaocheng, registering and promising to be law-abiding from then on, and not to violate laws and regulations within the city again.

And as compensation for his previous illegal actions, Xiao Hao would need to assist the Suiyang Security Bureau in maintaining law and order when necessary.

According to Director Ding’s response, this was a decision made by Commissioner Jiang Zhihen, the new Jiu Yi Commissioner.

From his reply, it was basically clear that the attitude from above towards Blind Spot Individuals was neither coercive nor inviting; as long as they did not pose a potential threat to public safety, it was best to have fewer issues.

Of course, Li Chengyi thought this might also be related to the fact that he had killed quite a few terrorists from Utopia.

As for the specifics, only Commissioner Jiang knew.

Having dealt with this last matter, everything went back to the way it had been before.

Periodically visiting the Silent Store to absorb the essence of Flowers, completing the collection of his Floral Dress.

Also, maintaining the health of the mutant allium flowers in the botanical garden.

Occasionally returning home to spend time with his parents.

And as time went by.

The collection rate of Feilian also slowly broke through ninety, reaching 91% progress.

Just two more visits, and the collection of this New Divine Flower Position would be complete.

’Ding dong.’

Late at night.

Li Chengyi slowly ascended the steps of the Silent Store, looking at the familiar automatic doors in front of him.

This time, he was not only seeking to increase his collection rate, but he also needed to purchase a new bottle of Shadow of Resentment blood.

The previous bottle of blood was almost used up from frequent watering of flowers.

So he came again to restock.

Slowly walking up the stairs.

Li Chengyi still instinctively looked back outside.

The Silent Store was surrounded by shadowy darkness, and nothing could be seen around it.

The entire store seemed to be the only source of light in the midst of the endless darkness.

This feeling was somewhat similar to the Black Sea that Yserine had mentioned to him before.

But the world beyond the Blind Spot was too strange and mysterious, so Li Chengyi couldn’t be sure.

His gaze returning, he first went to the right, to the green belt, reaching out to touch the Feilian that grew there.

The few swaying flowers were almost touched bald by him, looking utterly listless.

Clearly, the uninterrupted collection of floral essence was affecting them too.

Feeling the collection rate increase, Li Chengyi turned around and walked towards the opposite side, deftly collecting flowers.

He had considered using the Radiance Field on these flowers but still dared not.

He worried that due to conflicting properties, any damage would occur, it would be too late for him to even cry.

He just had to wait for the first Floral Dress to be completed; after that, it would be easy to manage, as the alternative Flora for the mutated floral essence could be completely used outside in reality.

Streams of cool floral essence flowed into the back of his hand.

’Feilian Floral Dress collection degree: 98%.’

Li Chengyi exhaled, withdrew his hand, and took out the prepared nutrient solution to nourish the flowers a bit.

Having done that, he turned and entered the Silent Store.

’This must be the fifth time I’ve entered this place, most of the time it was a Flash Appearance... A Flash Appearance is generally safe if I don’t mess around, but forcing an entry will necessarily increase the difficulty.’

A thought flickered through Li Chengyi’s mind as he heightened his alertness.

Inside, the store still looked the same as always.

A few more boxes of hoarded mineral water had appeared on the floor, their red and white packaging somewhat conspicuous.

The beverages on the shelves and in the coolers had also changed a lot, just a glance from a distance, and one could feel that the packaging was much more refined.

’Could it be the changes are due to me buying more things?’ Li Chengyi speculated.

He slowly walked into the store.

There was no sound at all.

The hissing sound of the electric current still came from the overhead white lights.

He walked slowly between the aisles.

Tap, tap, tap.

Only his own footsteps echoed around him, quiet and chilling, with a slight reverberation.

Soon, he arrived again at the position of the Shadow of Resentment blood, picked up a bottle, and turned toward the checkout counter.

All was calm on the way there.

He safely reached the checkout counter.

He placed the drink on the glass countertop.

Li Chengyi took a deep breath, about to close his eyes for three seconds.

Clack.

Suddenly, a light sound.

The only cash register on the checkout counter suddenly opened by itself.

The white cash register was somewhat old, consisting of a computer monitor, a keyboard, and a cash drawer.

The cash drawer was connected to the keyboard, automatically popping open to reveal rows of compartments for paper bills and coins.

Every time Li Chengyi had come before, the cash register’s computer monitor was turned off, pitch black.

But this time, the computer screen lit up before he even started checking out.

Tiny snowflakes turned quickly to a blurry black.

Countless black dots danced and flickered like numerous black grains, dazzling to the observer.

Thud.

Suddenly, the counter vibrated.

Li Chengyi’s brow furrowed involuntarily, and he stepped back without thinking.

This feeling seemed as if the counter would collapse?

Thud.

Another muffled sound followed, along with a very noticeable trembling.

This time, it wasn’t just the counter, but the entire floor of the Silent Store that was vibrating.

Li Chengyi felt that something was off.

He squinted, his body suddenly donning the purple-black Floral Dress.

His hands gripped the Golden Sword tightly.

Looking around, he began searching for the source and direction of the vibration.

Bang!

The third time, there was no slight feeling; it was a substantial heavy vibration.

The whole Silent Store, the floor along with the walls, all trembled.

Li Chengyi’s eyes were locked on the counter, watching the faintly sounding computer screen.

He waited for the potential threat that might appear.

Having just put on the Floral Dress, his senses and strength increased significantly.

But suddenly, he felt something was amiss.

Something...

Was amiss?

Li Chengyi gripped the hilt of his sword, his muscles tensing.

Suddenly, he twisted his head to look outside the store door!

Outside the floor-to-ceiling windows and glass door.

A dark golden pupil, about as tall as him, was quietly gazing at him.

Separated by the glass door.

Two completely different gazes, large and small, were facing each other at that moment.