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Chapter 939 - 751 Sakura Passing and Zero-Pressure Society_2

Chapter 939: Chapter 751 Sakura Passing and Zero-Pressure Society_2

Xu Yang led A40 to the island to excavate weapons left by the Shura, which are better than the ones A40 is using now.

The Shura was notorious for killing people indifferently and had an interest in killing Samurai and collecting renowned katanas, only choosing the best among them, making three peerless weapons his personal blades.

Thanks to the advanced information technology of the present and Shura’s own hints, Xu Yang was able to locate each of these three weapons.

"Flying Colors," a vermillion-colored glass katana that could destroy living beings. The flames infused in it could ignite an enemy from the inside. The Shura used it to kill people. It was snatched away by Westerners and is currently in the collection of the Great Britannia Museum in Lundinium.

"Mingyin," a jet-black, cursed katana that will cause death to any living person who draws it, but has destructive power against the undead, ghosts, and ethereal beings. The Shura used it to kill specters. It is currently in the collection of the Shangjing Museum.

"Sakura Elapse," a long-handled katana, also known as a nagamaki, that allows the attacker to teleport behind the target and launch a surprise attack when swung. The Shura used it to slay great enemies. It is currently buried deep within Xiangmao Mountain.

Following Shura’s instructions, Xu Yang took A40 to Xiangmao Mountain, reaching the place where the Shura originally buried the sword.

Back then, consumed by the desire to kill and with numerous enemies, amidst the encirclement and siege of countless adversaries, the Shura ultimately threw Sakura Elapse into a bottomless crack in the ground, to prevent it from falling into the hands of his foes.

"Wow, what a deep crevice," A40 arrived at the original burying spot of the sword.

In the midst of the forest laid an abysmal fissure hidden amongst disordered rocks, streams, and large trees; it resembled a mouth opened by the Ground, leading to the heart of the earth.

"If you’d seen The Scar of the World, you wouldn’t think it deep," Xu Yang chuckled.

Shortly after, the Shura was summoned by Xu Yang.

A40 instantly captured its position and drew its blade aiming at him.

"There’s no scent of a living person, but I detect killing intent," the Shura observed A40.

He didn’t quite understand what a robot was.

"No point in talking!" A40 swung its sword at the Shura.

The Shura was fast, blinking to dodge the blade. Without a weapon, he counterattacked with a fist wrapped in burlap and killing aura, much like the unarmed monks in temples, deftly blocking A40’s attacks with rhythmical parries, each as precise as the strike of a hammer.

No matter how A40 attacked, it couldn’t break through the Shura’s defense. As long as there was no flaw in the Shura’s posture, A40 couldn’t truly harm him.

"Your Martial Arts Path has reached the primary stage; it’s not easy for someone as young as you," the Shura said.

"Damn it..." A40 felt like everyone was stronger than it, reluctantly sheathing its sword.

"Don’t worry, after finding Sakura Elapse, you’ll become even stronger," Xu Yang said.

"Sakura Elapse was thrown by me into the depths of the mountain rift 600 years ago, a place infested with poisonous marshes, inhabited only by white apes, a place even I was reluctant to explore," the Shura looked towards the deep fissure. "It has a mountain-shaped guard I particularly appreciate, the hilt is cast from brass and adorned with gold and silk, holding it feels like grasping a beautiful woman’s arm. The blade is wrought from barbarian steel, and tempered multiple times, capable of severing a person at the waist with one strike. It might not keep up with the craftsmanship of this era, but it’s a tricky weapon, allowing you to pass through wind, leaves, and armor, to strike from an unexpected position."

"According to Shura’s experience, it is essentially a secret weapon that can teleport you, each swing transporting you behind your target to deliver a blow. With such a weapon, coupled with your skills in Martial Arts, you should be able to greatly enhance your combat power," Xu Yang said.

"Then I shall jump down and search for it," A40 looked into the vast pit, unsure what lies below.

"You go ahead and take your time excavating ’Sakura Elapse’; I’m heading back," Xu Yang said.

He sensed it would be a long project, taking at least a week to find it.

"Yes!" A40 leaped into the deep pit.

"That maniacal aura... it seems it could trigger a slaughter in this era similar to mine," the Shura was quite interested in A40.

He also followed A40, plunging into the Bottomless Rift.

Xu Yang nodded, probably finding some similarities between A40 and Shura.

He returned to Nestor Headquarters and began dealing with other matters.

Mainly, the corporate annual meeting was coming up in December.

The largest body of the company is the Nestor Corporation General Staff Meeting, a truly colossal meeting composed of 10 million members of Nestor Corporation, voting on major affairs.

This year’s annual meeting is of great importance, as it marks the third anniversary of defeating New Xisheng. Once upon a time, Nestor Corporation overthrew the seemingly invincible Xisheng Legion, a triumph the company has always taken great pride in. This year is both a celebration and a discussion of the current reform plan proposed by Xu Yang.

Nestor Corporation is now so sprawling that any change affects the whole society of the Northern Archipelago; hence, Xu Yang planned for a year before proposing this year’s reform agenda.

Nestor Corporation will increase its food shipment volume, expand its public housing projects, and plan new free public rail transit lines. The goal is to create a "Zero-Pressure Society."

That is to say, to liberate the members of society in the Northern Archipelago from the pressures of food, housing, and public transportation.

When planning the scheme, Xu Yang first thought of Bubble; the Zero-Pressure Society project is precisely tailored for unlucky kids like Bubble.

Bubble had no parents, social relations, or any documented records, almost like Ratman but without the ability to form groups; marginalized by welfare institutions, leading a life where a single day’s work could provide two days’ sustenance, which was still a relatively favorable outcome. Elsewhere, Bubble might have already been eliminated or gone missing.

Xu Yang silently analyzed. If the Zero-Pressure Society plan passes, Bubble could obtain ample food for free, reside in safe and secure communal hostels, take Nestor Corporation’s free buses, subways, and light rails to any place, and save money entirely for tuition fees.

The so-called Zero-Pressure Society is about meeting the basic needs for human survival, reducing the cost of human existence to zero, turning food, housing, and transportation into threshold-free affairs.

In such a situation, humans will be able to develop free from the worries of survival, no longer considering the toil for daily bread. Adversity tends to make people shortsighted and fatigued, whereas in a Zero-Pressure Society, individuals will have more latitude to contemplate their own lives, which is also an important goal pursued by Xu Yang.

No more anxiety over the fundamental element of "survival."

Free transportation would drastically increase mobility. Many residents living in remote areas want to seek opportunities in other cities, only to be deterred by prohibitively expensive travel costs. In a Zero-Pressure Society, going to major cities for medical treatment, education, or jobs would be simple. Xu Yang has also planned many new routes, including cross-sea bridges and submarine tunnels representing massive infrastructure development, enough to deeply connect the major cities and spur economic growth.

In a Zero-Pressure Society, everyone’s disposable income will rise significantly, which will be a great help in reversing population decline and enhancing confidence in human life.

With today’s technological advances, food, housing, and transportation conditions have all greatly improved; humanity should no longer worry about what to eat, where to live, or how to travel long distances.

There will also be strong resistance... Xu Yang pondered quietly.

Free supply implies a significant change in Nestor Corporation’s business plan, with substantial assistance and concessions leading to potential losses for the company, with some industries even facing setbacks and declines.

Although the company members will also profit from the Zero-Pressure Society, the drop in income is very real.

Xu Yang was very hopeful that the annual meeting would pass the Zero-Pressure Society plan.

Nestor Corporation, as the wealthiest and most powerful company in the Northern Archipelago, should have the courage to sacrifice its own interests to subsidize the community; otherwise, the difference from other companies will grow smaller and smaller.

Expanding the supply of public services, improving the quality of food and free housing, and reducing mobility barriers all serve as vital tools for eradicating poverty and advancing social equity.

In doing so, the next generation will be able to truly enjoy the so-called technological golden age, the new era promised by Nestor Corporation! Every member of society working together in solidarity, sharing benefits, and uniting towards a brighter future.

If the vote does not pass, it suggests the Northern Archipelago is not yet ready to enter a Zero-Pressure Society, and Nestor Corporation will then shift strategies towards pursuing its own interests.

In this year’s meeting, Xu Yang will know the true thoughts of the people.

Will Nestor Corporation, this community comprising engineers, Science Officers, security staff, agricultural workers, soldiers, technicians, and professionals from all walks of life, be willing to make sacrifices, offer contributions, and concessions, and establish a youthful version of Paradise on the Northern Archipelago?