140: Chapter 140 Resource Upgrade! Top-Tier Gene Hot Pot Set Meal!

Eleven o'clock at night.

Lin Yuan finished storing the Snow Beast corpses and returned to the villa.

Just as he reached his room door, he saw a petite figure standing there.

Lin Ruoxue.

She was wearing a pink lace nightgown; the thin fabric was semi-transparent, outlining her youthful and beautiful curves.

Her long black hair was draped over her shoulders, and her fair little face carried a hint of a blush.

Those clear, large eyes were looking at Lin Yuan timidly.

She looked both nervous and expectant.

"Brother Lin Yuan..."

Lin Ruoxue called out softly, her voice carrying a trace of bashfulness.

Lin Yuan raised an eyebrow. "Not asleep yet at this hour? Waiting for me here?"

"Mm..."

Lin Ruoxue nodded, biting her lip as she mustered her courage to say:

"I... I want to serve you..."

After saying that, her cheeks instantly turned beet red.

Even though she had done that kind of thing with Lin Yuan before...

Taking the initiative to say such words...

Still made her feel extremely shy.

Lin Yuan looked at the youthful school beauty before him, a flash of appreciation in his eyes.

This girl...

She's growing up quite fast.

From initial fear to her current initiative.

This transformation is very good.

"Thought it through?"

Lin Yuan stepped forward and reached out to gently pinch Lin Ruoxue's cheek.

"I thought you were going to keep hiding from me."

Lin Ruoxue shook her head, her gaze firm.

"I don't want to hide anymore."

"I... I like Brother Lin Yuan."

"Even though Mom is also your woman... I don't care."

"As long as I can be with you, I'm willing to do anything."

Her voice grew smaller and smaller, but her gaze became firmer and firmer.

During this time, she had thought a lot.

In the Apocalypse, just staying alive is already difficult.

To be able to meet a man as strong and reliable as Lin Yuan...

Was her good fortune.

Moreover...

She really had fallen for Lin Yuan.

That heart-fluttering feeling couldn't be faked.

Since that was the case...

Then she wouldn't hesitate anymore!

Lin Yuan looked at the determination in Lin Ruoxue's eyes and smiled with satisfaction.

"Very good."

He directly picked Lin Ruoxue up in a princess carry.

"Since you've said so, I won't be polite."

Lin Ruoxue gave a startled cry, reflexively wrapping her arms around Lin Yuan's neck.

She could feel the powerful aura radiating from Lin Yuan's body.

Her heartbeat involuntarily accelerated.

"Brother Lin Yuan..."

"Hmm?"

"Be... be a bit gentle..."

Lin Ruoxue said in a small voice, her cheeks burning hot.

Hearing this, Lin Yuan looked down at her, a mischievous glint in his eyes.

"That won't do."

"As a person... I've never known the meaning of gentle."

As soon as he finished speaking...

The bedroom door closed.

...

An hour and a half later.

Lin Ruoxue lay limp on the bed, her eyes unfocused and her breathing ragged.

Her body was still trembling slightly, and her forehead was covered in a fine sweat.

Everything just now...

Was too crazy.

Lin Yuan's prowess was completely beyond her imagination.

That sense of oppression, that feeling of being completely controlled...

Made her whole being sink into it.

"Brother Lin Yuan... you... you're too amazing..."

Lin Ruoxue's voice was hoarse, her eyes filled with adoration.

She finally understood.

Why so many outstanding women were willing to stay by Lin Yuan's side.

Because this man...

Was truly too strong!

Not just strong in terms of power.

Strong in every aspect!

Lin Yuan held Lin Ruoxue, smiling with satisfaction.

This girl...

She's been trained well.

Just then.

His B-rank Crisis Insight Ability automatically activated.

The color above Lin Ruoxue's head...

Turned from blue to green!

Loyalty has broken through!

"Ding!"

The system notification sounded.

[Detected an increase in Lin Ruoxue's loyalty!]

[Loyalty Level: Blue → Green]

[Lin Ruoxue's Affinity Level increased: Lev.1 → Lev.2!]

[Supply item "Deluxe Full Hotpot Set" beginning evolution and upgrade...]

[Upgrade complete!]

[New Supply: Top-Tier Genetic Hotpot Set]

[Generation Speed: 1 set per second]

[Effect 1: Ingredients contain trace amounts of Genetic Optimization Factors; long-term consumption can slowly increase constitution (approx. +5 points per month)]

[Effect 2: The soup base emits a special aroma that can improve the consumer's mood and Spiritual Power recovery speed (+50%)]

[Effect 3: High-tech cookware comes with built-in constant temperature and energy conversion functions; no external power source needed, can automatically adjust to optimal cooking temperature]

Lin Yuan's eyes lit up.

It upgraded!

And this upgrade's effects are very practical!

Although it doesn't directly boost strength like the mineral water and soul strengthening pills...

Long-term consumption can still slowly strengthen the body.

More importantly...

This thing can be used as a daily reward supply to increase the loyalty of his subordinates.

After all, who doesn't like gourmet food?

Especially in an environment like the Apocalypse where supplies are scarce.

To be able to eat a delicious meal of hotpot...

Is simply a blissful enjoyment!

Thinking this, Lin Yuan opened the system panel again!

[infinite supplies favor system]

[Host: Lin Yuan]

[Constitution: 2850 (Normal male is 10)]

[Spirit: 2200]

[Superpowers: SS-rank Lightning Control, A-rank Mind Control, A-rank Nether Emperor Corpse Control Technique, C-rank Space Ability, B-rank Crisis Insight, D-rank Forest Realm Control]

[Collected Goddesses: Ye Qingxue (Lev.2), Ye Qingyue (Lev.2), Bai Xingli (Lev.2), Chu Yanran (Lev.2), Su Yuyan (Lev.2), Lin Wanrou (Lev.1), Lin Ruoxue (Lev.2), Tang Shiyun (Lev.1), Chen Hanyue (Lev.1), Xia Muqing (Lev.2), Luo Qinghan (Lev.1), Luo Li (Lev.1), Wang Yaqin (Lev.1), Xia Bingli (Lev.1)]

[Unlocked Supplies: frost curse antidote, d-rank energy mineral water, d-grade qilin meat, Superpower Proficiency Booster (Locked), Handgun, Top-Tier Genetic Hotpot Set, plasma penetration gun, Rocket Launcher, soul strengthening pill, Quantum Gene Reconstructor, Full Condiment Set, Advanced Healing Potion, green bamboo bee cloud sword, space ability fruit]

His current strength could be said to have reached a very high level!

He didn't even need to fear S-rank Evolved Beasts!

And the snow egg's current power fluctuations were entirely at the S-rank level!

And it was still continuously evolving!

This fellow, if the country didn't use nuclear strikes and only powerful individuals acted...

But among powerful individuals, Lin Yuan considered himself to be in the top tier at this stage.

Then how to deal with this thing became a difficult problem.

A nuclear strike might not even kill it!

People taking action?

Too hard. After finally reaching such great strength with great difficulty...

Who would act out of selflessness?!

People are selfish.

But as for his own strength increase, Lin Yuan was very satisfied.

"Not bad."

Lin Yuan nodded with satisfaction.

He looked at Lin Ruoxue in his arms, a trace of tenderness flashing in his eyes.

This girl...

She really did bring him a surprise.

"Ruoxue."

"Hmm?"

"You did very well."

Lin Yuan lightly stroked her hair. "I'm very satisfied."

Hearing this, tears instantly welled up in Lin Ruoxue's eyes.

Not from grievance.

But from being moved.

She hugged Lin Yuan tightly and said in a small voice:

"Brother Lin Yuan... I will always stay by your side..."

"Forever and ever..."

Lin Yuan smiled and didn't speak.

He just held her closer.

...

The next morning.

Lin Yuan gathered all the female leads in the hall.

"I have some good news to tell everyone today."

Lin Yuan said with a smile, "The previous Deluxe Full Hotpot Set has been upgraded."

"Today, everyone can taste the effects of the upgraded version."

As soon as these words were spoken, all the female leads' eyes lit up.

Hotpot?!

Not the previous hotpot?

Although it was delicious, they had grown a bit tired of it after eating it frequently.

Lin Yuan had instructed that his women could eat the hotpot freely.

But it couldn't be given to others in the Shelter to eat.

They had to make contributions to obtain the corresponding food.

If they obtained seven-colored snowflakes and turned them in, they would be given five hotpot sets to eat.

It could be said that Lin Yuan was still quite conscientious.

"Really?!"

Ye Qingyue jumped up in excitement. "Brother Lin Yuan, the previous hotpot was already so delicious!"

"What will the upgraded version be like?"

"I'm also very curious!"

Bai Xingli rarely sat up straight, her eyes flashing with expectation.

Chu Yanran smiled gently. "Lin Yuan, you always manage to surprise us."

Su Yuyan's eyes were full of tenderness. "The upgraded version... should be even more amazing, right?"

Lin Yuan felt great seeing the excited looks of the female leads.

"Let's go to the hall."

"I've already had someone prepare it."

Everyone came to the hall.

They saw a huge round table placed in the center of the hall.

In the middle of the table was a hotpot cooker with a high-tech feel.

It was completely different from the previous cooker!

The previous cooker, although also exquisite, was still a relatively traditional style.

But this one now...

The entire body was silver-white, with a faint energy glow flowing on the surface.

It looked like a high-tech product from the future!

And around the cooker, various ingredients were laid out.

Snowflake beef, tender mutton, fresh vegetables, various mushrooms...

Everything was there!

And every single ingredient emitted an even more enticing aroma than before.

Just looking at it made one's mouth water!

"Wow—!!"

Ye Qingyue gave a startled cry. "This cooker... is completely different from the previous one!"

"These ingredients... look even more high-end!"

Xia Muqing pushed up her glasses and analyzed seriously: "This cooker... its energy fluctuations are several times stronger than before."

"The upgrade magnitude is very large."

Lin Yuan nodded with a smile. "That's right."

"The effects of the upgraded hotpot set have also been upgraded."

"The ingredients contain Genetic Optimization Factors; long-term consumption can increase constitution."

"The soup base can recover Spiritual Power."

"And the cooker is fully automatic, not requiring any fuel."

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone was shocked.

The previous hotpot, while delicious, was just ordinary gourmet food.

But now...

It can actually increase constitution?

And recover Spiritual Power?

This upgrade is too exaggerated!

"Then what are we waiting for!"

Ye Qingyue couldn't wait and sat down. "Let's eat!"

The other female leads also took their seats one after another.

Lin Yuan sat in the main seat, enjoying the service of the female leads.

Ye Qingxue gently poured wine for him.

Su Yuyan thoughtfully picked up food for him.

Bai Xingli leaned lazily beside him, feeding him a bite every now and then.

Chu Yanran carefully prepared the dipping sauce for him.

Lin Ruoxue sat at his feet with slightly red cheeks, her eyes full of love.

And Ye Qingyue clung tightly to his other side, occasionally glaring at the other women.

Her yandere attribute was in full effect!

This scene...

Was simply imperial-level enjoyment!

Lin Yuan sighed inwardly:

This is what life in the Apocalypse should be like.

Strength increasing.

Surrounded by beauties.

Eating when I want, sleeping when I want.

Refreshing!

"Brother Lin Yuan."

Ye Qingyue acted spoiled. "Will you stay with me tonight?"

"I want you too!"

Ye Qingxue was rarely proactive. "We sisters... want to be with you together..."

Hearing this, the other female leads all cast resentful looks.

Why is it The Ye Sisters again?

They wanted to as well!

Lin Yuan laughed heartily seeing the jealous looks of the female leads:

"Don't worry, the rain and dew will be shared equally."

"No one will escape."

At these words, the female leads' cheeks turned slightly red.

But their eyes were full of expectation.

The atmosphere in the hall was warm and harmonious.

The aroma of the hotpot diffused throughout the room.

Everyone chatted and laughed while they ate, with constant joy and laughter.

Lin Yuan leaned back on the sofa, watching this scene with a heart full of satisfaction.

This was the life he wanted.

Powerful strength.

Loyal subordinates.

Beautiful women.

And...

Endless possibilities.

Although the Apocalypse was cruel.

Under his protection...

This place was paradise.

Just then.

Luo Qinghan pushed the door and entered.

She looked at the warm scene in the hall, her gaze slightly surprised.

Is this kind of scene still the Apocalypse??

Where on earth had she been brought to?!

Seeing Luo Qinghan, Lin Yuan smiled and beckoned:

"Come, eat together."

Luo Qinghan hesitated for a moment but finally walked over.

She sat down beside Lin Yuan.

Ye Qingyue immediately cast a hostile look.

This woman...

Is here to snatch Brother Lin Yuan again!

Luo Qinghan noticed Ye Qingyue's hostility, and a faint smile curled at the corners of her mouth.

Interesting.

This little girl...

Seems to care about Lin Yuan a lot.

Lin Yuan felt the undercurrent between the two women and chuckled inwardly.

The wars between women...

Are always so exciting.

But it's just as well.

Moderate competition can make them work harder to perform.

For him...

It has a hundred benefits and not a single harm.