Beneath this introduction was another line of golden text, "The current direction of mutation for the Fire Fox is uncertain. It's said that someone has spotted a Nine-Tailed Fox, its fur as red as flames and strikingly similar to the Fire Fox. The Research Institute is offering significant rewards for information on Nine-Tailed Foxes. Capturing one can yield ten thousand points."

For the first time, Zhou You saw such a clear and comprehensive description. He clicked on several of the mutant beasts that appeared nearby, diligently memorizing the characteristics of each type.

He was curious about the value of the little white tiger. Seeing a search bar nearby, he typed "Flying Heavenly White Tiger." A fully grown white tiger descended from the sky, causing a whirlwind that destroyed everything in its vicinity.

Even though Zhou You knew it was fake, facing this Flying Heavenly White Tiger brought an extraordinary pressure. It took him a while before he dared to extend his hand.

"Flying Heavenly White Tiger, an advanced mutant beast, known as the king of mutant beasts. It's about five meters in length, with its bone wings stretching up to ten meters. It weighs around three tons, possesses strong attack capabilities, high speed, and formidable defense. No weak points have been found so far, and its value is immeasurable."

Zhou You admired the king of beasts and envisioned the majestic appearance of the little white tiger when it grew up. He couldn't decide whether to laugh or cry. Just then, a voice entered his ears, "Stop looking. If you were to sell that little creature, the Research Institute might offer a high price of a million points. Selling it on the black market could fetch even more."

Zhou You turned around, unable to see Shao Qi behind his glasses, but he knew he was beside him. So he said, "It's quite valuable. Would you buy it?"

"Yes!"

"Can you afford it?"

"Certainly."

Zhou You smacked his lips and exclaimed, "You're really wealthy!"

Shao Qi knew he wouldn't sell, even if he found out the small white tiger was worth a million. Not a trace of emotion flickered on his face, not even a quickened heartbeat. It was truly baffling what this person liked.

"I warn you, don't you dare steal my little white tiger, or I'll chase you to the ends of the earth!" After uttering these words, the surrounding scene suddenly vanished. Zhou You then found himself face-to-face with Shao Qi, far closer than he expected.

"Respected guest, your visitation time has ended. Please return the VR goggles and exit the exhibit area in an orderly fashion. We welcome your next visit."

Shao Qi removed his glasses, shrugged, and said, "Fifty points per hour. This money is too easy to make."

Chapter 056: What if Someone Snatches It Away?

Zhou You looked back at the closed gates of the Martial Arts Association, pondering how many more times he could afford to visit. The information about those mutant beasts was too crucial to him. With that knowledge, he wouldn't need to spend time testing them anymore.

Shao Qi draped his arm over Zhou You's shoulder and said, "Don't look so reluctant. It's just a database. This 3D model is quite realistic. I brought you here to experience it. Normal people can get an electronic version, and they can access it whenever they want."

"Where can I get it?" Zhou You turned to look at him and asked.

Shao Qi glanced at his equipment. He had purchased weapons, but he lacked decent everyday items, which didn't befit his identity as a skilled expert. So, he said, "I'll take you shopping. I'm sure you'll find plenty of things you like."

Zhou You showed him his card balance. "I only have ten thousand points left. Is it enough?"

Shao Qi's eyes flickered, and he smiled, "Let's see first. If it's not enough, I can lend you some. How about I give you an advance on your salary? I didn't know your martial arts were this exceptional. How about a raise instead?"

Following him was purely coincidental for Zhou You, and he wasn't too concerned about the salary. However, if this big spendthrift wanted to give him money, he certainly wouldn't object. "Sure, how much of a raise are we talking about?"

"A month... how about two thousand points? That's equivalent to the salary of a senior researcher."

"Sounds reasonable," Zhou You nodded nonchalantly and added, "Actually, you don't need to employ me. You already have bodyguards, don't you? Besides, these past few days, I haven't even cooked for you. You were the one who saved me when trouble arose."

"That's in the base. Once we're outside the base, I'll need you. A skilled expert like you needs to be pre-booked. What if someone snatches you away?" Shao Qi pulled him into the car and drove to the city's electronics mall. It was fully stocked with the country's most cutting-edge products.

Zhou You was dumbfounded as he entered. It was a self-service shopping experience. Just click to place an order for whatever you wanted, pay, and then collect your items from the pickup area with a receipt.

All sorts of electronic products, like game consoles, phones, tablets, and computers, dazzled the eyes.

Shao Qi, acting like a diligent customer service representative, introduced each item, "You definitely need a phone. Even though it's only usable within the base, you can't do without it in daily life. If you change bases, you just need to swap the card. Plus, it's not expensive."

Shao Qi scrolled through the floating list in front of them and introduced a black-gold full-screen phone, "This is the latest model. It offers an excellent gaming experience and has ample storage."

Glancing at the price, Zhou You thought it was pretty good, although quite expensive. He had reason to suspect that Shao Qi was deliberately emptying his wallet to make him a debtor.

"Ahem, I'm not into gaming. I'll settle for something simple and functional." He picked a phone from the list himself, which cost a hundred points. It was already one of the relatively mid-range priced options.

"Alright then, phones are consumables anyway. It won't hurt as much if a cheaper one breaks."

Curiously, Zhou You looked at him. "Mr. Shao, what phone do you use? You didn't have a phone on you before, did you?"

Shao Qi's phone had been damaged during that big battle. He currently used the one Miao Miao had bought for him after they arrived at the base, the same model he had introduced to Zhou You. He only learned its price today.

After glancing at it, Zhou You looked away, then, guided by Shao Qi, bought satellite maps and an electronic database. In addition, he purchased a collar with GPS functionality, some outdoor-friendly trackers, and detectors.

After purchasing everything he wanted, Zhou You only realized a problem: "How do I carry all these things around in daily life? Has anyone invented something like a storage ring?" He had always suspected that Shao Qi possessed powerful storage technology; otherwise, how could he consistently produce items Zhou You had never seen before?