224: Chapter 224 Points System

Early the next morning, as the first rays of sunlight filtered through the curtains into the room, Lin Yuan had already been researching inside the system space for an entire night.

After defeating the otherworldly legion yesterday, the two new functions unlocked by the system had made him so excited that he couldn't sleep at all.

Advanced Material Synthesis and Superpower Enhancement Potion Crafting—the potential of these two functions was simply immeasurable!

"Am I finally going to start my career as an alchemist?"

Lin Yuan stretched, his eyes flashing with the light of anticipation.

"I feel like I'm about to become the Apocalypse version of Einstein!"

[Ding! System Notification: New functions need to be tested in a specialized Synthesis Laboratory.]

[It is recommended that the Host build a professional laboratory to obtain the best results.]

"I still need a laboratory?"

Lin Yuan rubbed his chin and immediately opened the system mall to check the construction options.

[Advanced Synthesis Laboratory: Consumes 10,000 Points]

[Function: Provides a complete synthesis environment, increasing synthesis success rate by 50%.]

[Included Equipment: Fully automatic analyzer, precision balance, constant temperature incubator, energy detector, etc.]

Seeing this price, Lin Yuan couldn't help but click his tongue: "Ten thousand Points... but thinking about the Points earned from wiping out the otherworldly legion yesterday, it's not too expensive."

[Current Points: 156,847]

"Holy crap! I'm rich!"

When Lin Yuan saw the Points balance, he almost jumped off the bed.

[System Notification: The Points System has been activated. The Host can obtain point rewards by killing Evolved Beasts.]

[Kill Reward Rules: F-rank Evolved Beast 1-5 Points, E-rank 10-20 Points, D-rank 50-100 Points... and so on.]

[Yesterday's Battle Results: A total of 156,847 Points were obtained from killing the otherworldly legion.]

"I see, so this is the legendary experience point system!"

Lin Yuan realized the truth and then excitedly pumped his fist.

"As expected, grinding mobs is the way to get rich!"

Without hesitation, he exchanged for the laboratory and immediately went to the castle's basement to check it out.

Pushing open the doors of the newly built laboratory, what met his eyes was an ultra-modern space full of sci-fi vibes.

Snow-white walls, silver-grey precision instruments, and various display screens flashing with blue light...

"This is freaking cooler than Iron Man's lab!"

Lin Yuan couldn't help but marvel as he walked toward the central synthesis station.

[Advanced Material Synthesis Station]

[Currently synthesizable items: Basic building materials → Advanced building materials, Common herbs → Rare herbs, Basic metals → Super alloys...]

[Success Rate: Varies based on material rarity and formula complexity.]

"Let's start with something simple."

Lin Yuan took out some ordinary reinforced concrete and placed it into the material slot of the synthesis station.

[Basic building materials detected. Synthesizable: Reinforced concrete, Super steel, Composite armor plating...]

[Recommended Formula: Reinforced Concrete (Success Rate: 95%)]

"This success rate isn't bad."

Lin Yuan clicked confirm, and the synthesis station immediately began to operate.

Buzz—!!!

Blue energy light completely enveloped the materials, and complex runes continuously flashed within the light.

Ten seconds later, the light dissipated, and the originally ordinary building materials had turned into advanced materials emitting a metallic luster.

[Reinforced Concrete synthesis successful!]

[Effect: Defense increased by 300%, Durability increased by 500%]

"Not bad, not bad!"

Lin Yuan nodded with satisfaction and immediately began the next round of testing.

Common Metal → Super Alloy

Basic Fabric → Bulletproof Fiber

Common Ingredients → Nutritionally Fortified Food

...

For the entire morning, Lin Yuan was like a man possessed, frantically testing various synthesis formulas.

The success rate ranged from 95% to 30%; the rarer the materials and the more complex the formula, the lower the success rate.

But even failures yielded valuable data.

"I see... the purity and ratio of the raw materials are the key factors."

While recording data, Lin Yuan thought about optimization plans.

"And there are compatibility bonuses between different materials... this is much more complex than I thought."

Just as he was focusing intently on his research, the laboratory door was gently pushed open.

"Lin Yuan, you've been missing since last night. So you were here."

Xia Muqing's voice came from behind him, carrying a hint of concern and curiosity.

Lin Yuan looked back and found that not only was it Xia Muqing, but Chu Yanran, Su Yuyan, and several other core girls had also followed her in.

"Wow... this place looks like a sci-fi movie!"

Chu Yanran's eyes widened, and she stared unblinkingly at the high-tech equipment.

"Lin Yuan, when did you build such a cool laboratory?"

"It's a new function unlocked after the system upgrade yesterday."

Lin Yuan explained simply.

"Making materials and Superpower strengthening potions requires a professional experimental environment."

"Superpower strengthening potions?!"

Su Yuyan instantly perked up.

"You mean potions that can increase Superpower levels?"

"Theoretically, yes, but it still needs testing."

Lin Yuan walked toward another piece of equipment—the Superpower Potion Crafting Station.

"You guys came at the right time. You can help me record the experimental data."

The girls immediately gathered around excitedly, their eyes full of expectant light.

Being able to watch Lin Yuan research new technology up close was even more thrilling than watching a Hollywood blockbuster!

[Superpower Enhancement Potion Crafting Station]

[Currently craftable: Basic Strengthening Potion, Intermediate Strengthening Potion, Advanced Strengthening Potion]

[Required Materials: Superpower Core, Strengthening Herb, Catalyst, Stabilizer...]

"Let's start with the simplest Basic Strengthening Potion."

Lin Yuan took out an F-rank Superpower Core, which was material obtained from killing an Evolved Beast previously.

[Basic Strengthening Potion Formula]

[Materials: F-rank Superpower Core ×1, Common Herb ×3, Pure Water ×100ml]

[Effect: Slightly increases Superpower intensity, Success Rate 98%]

[Crafting Time: 5 minutes]

"The success rate is this high?"

Lin Yuan was somewhat surprised. According to game experience, crafting skills should be very prone to failure.

[System Notification: The Host possesses SSS-rank Superpower Control, granting an additional bonus to crafting success rates.]

"I see, Superpower levels have this kind of hidden effect too."

Lin Yuan realized and began to put in the materials according to the formula.

Operating the potion crafting station was more complex than the synthesis station, requiring precise control over temperature, time, energy input, and several other parameters.

But for Lin Yuan, who possessed super-strong Superpowers, these were not an issue.

"Adjusting temperature to 65 degrees, energy input stabilized at 200 units..."

While operating, Lin Yuan explained the principles of each step to the girls beside him.

Xia Muqing held a tablet to seriously record data, Chu Yanran stared unblinkingly at the crafting process, and Su Yuyan was responsible for timing and reminders.

"It really is like watching a sci-fi movie..." Chu Yanran whispered, her eyes somewhat infatuated.

Xia Muqing occasionally stole glances at Lin Yuan's focused profile, her heart rate involuntarily quickening.

Even the usually talkative Su Yuyan was quietly observing from the side, though her cheeks were slightly flushed.

Noticing the girls' unusual behavior, Lin Yuan looked up.

"Can you guys focus a bit? This is an important experiment related to the future development of the Shelter."

"We... we are very focused!" Chu Yanran hurriedly denied, her face turning as red as an apple.

"We just think these experiments are so magical..."

[Ding! Basic Strengthening Potion crafted successfully!]

Accompanied by the system notification sound, a bottle of potion emitting a faint blue light appeared in the crafting station.

[Basic Superpower Strengthening Potion]

[Effect: Superpower intensity increased by 5-10% for 24 hours after consumption.]

[Side Effects: None]

[Shelf Life: 30 days]

"It worked!"

Lin Yuan picked up the potion and examined it closely, nodding with satisfaction.

"The effect is better than expected, there are no side effects, and the shelf life is long enough."

"Can I try it?"

Xia Muqing asked, eager to try.

"Just to test the actual effect."

"Wait, let me make a few more bottles first to test the stability of mass production."

Lin Yuan waved his hand and continued to put in materials for crafting.

Over the next few hours, the laboratory echoed with the hum of the machines and the exclamations of the girls.

Lin Yuan was like a man possessed, constantly trying various formulas and material combinations.

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The success rate of Basic Enhancement Potions was indeed very high, with only one out of ten bottles failing.

But when he tried to craft Intermediate Enhancement Potions, the success rate dropped to around 70%.

【Intermediate Superpower Enhancement Potion Recipe】

【Materials: D-rank Superpower Core ×1, Rare Herbs ×5, High-Purity Catalyst ×2, Stabilizer ×1】

【Effect: Superpower intensity increased by 15-25%, duration 48 hours】

【Crafting Difficulty: Medium】

The crafting process for Intermediate Potions was more complex, requiring the addition of different materials at specific time Points and precise control over energy fluctuations.

A few times, because the timing wasn't handled well, the entire bottle of potion turned into useless waste liquid.

"It seems not everything can have a 100% success rate."

Lin Yuan wiped the sweat from his forehead, looking at the third failed bottle of Intermediate Potion:

"As expected, mastering advanced techniques still requires a lot of practice."

"It's okay, failure is the mother of success."

Chu Yanran comforted him:

"Besides, you've already successfully made several bottles; that's already very impressive!"

"Indeed, going from zero foundation to your current level, your learning ability is simply terrifying."

Xia Muqing looked at the recorded data and sighed sincerely:

"An ordinary person might need years to reach your current crafting level."

Just then, Lin Yuan's eyes suddenly brightened:

"I know where the problem lies!"

He walked quickly to the synthesis table, took out some rare metals, and began synthesizing.

"If I also synthesize and enhance the catalyst, could it increase the potion's success rate?"

【Synthesizing Super Catalyst...】

【Success Rate: 45%】

He was lucky this time; he succeeded on the first try.

Using the newly synthesized Super Catalyst to craft the Intermediate Potion, the success rate did indeed rise to 85%!

"Great! The quality of materials is indeed the key factor!"

Lin Yuan waved his fist in excitement:

"With this, the stability of mass production can be guaranteed!"

Next, he began attempting a more advanced recipe.

S-rank Superpower Core + Ultra-Rare Herbs + Perfect Catalyst...

【Crafting Advanced Superpower Enhancement Potion...】

【Success Rate: 25%】

This time, Lin Yuan was exceptionally careful, confirming every step repeatedly.

Temperature control, timing, energy input...

All parameters were adjusted to the optimal state.

Thirty minutes later—

【Ding! Advanced Superpower Enhancement Potion crafted successfully!】

A gorgeous bottle of potion emitting a golden light appeared on the crafting table.

【Advanced Superpower Enhancement Potion】

【Effect: Superpower intensity increased by 30-50%, duration 72 hours, small chance to trigger Superpower evolution】

【Side Effect: Mild fatigue】

"Holy cow! It can even trigger Superpower evolution?!"

Lin Yuan's eyes widened; this effect completely exceeded his expectations:

"Isn't this the legendary Marrow Cleansing Pill?"

The heroines were also shocked speechless by this effect.

What does Superpower evolution mean?

That is a qualitative leap!

From A-rank to S-rank, from S-rank to SS-rank...

Every evolution represents a huge increase in strength!

"Lin Yuan... can I..."

Xia Muqing's eyes were full of longing, but she didn't dare to ask directly.

"Of course you can try."

Lin Yuan smiled gently:

"However, the effect of the Advanced Potion is very strong, so I suggest you start by adapting with the Basic Potion first."

"Mm!" Xia Muqing nodded excitedly.

In the following tests, Lin Yuan successfully crafted several more types of special materials.

【Super Alloy】: Defense is ten times that of ordinary steel, yet the weight is only half.

【Energy Crystal】: Can store and release a large amount of Superpower, can be used to power large equipment.

【Life Potion】: Can quickly heal injuries, even regenerate severed limbs.

【Mental Recovery Potion】: Eliminates mental fatigue, restores Superpower consumption.

Every single item made the heroines marvel.

"These things... if we took them outside to sell..."

Su Yuyan swallowed:

"They could definitely be exchanged for enough supplies for an entire city!"

"Indeed, but we don't even have enough for our own use, so how could we bear to sell them."

Lin Yuan shook his head:

"Wait until mass production is stable, then we can consider trading externally."

Time unknowingly reached the afternoon, and Lin Yuan's experiments were nearing an end.

A full day of testing had given him a deep understanding of the two new functions.

Advanced Material Synthesis: Success rate is directly related to material quality, recipe complexity, and operational skill.

Superpower Enhancement Potion: The effect is powerful but the crafting difficulty is high, requiring precise control of various parameters.

Most importantly, he discovered a surprising pattern—

Different functions can coordinate with each other!

High-quality materials crafted using the synthesis table can significantly increase the success rate and effectiveness of potion crafting.

And certain special potions can provide additional bonuses to the synthesis process.

"This is simply a complete industrial chain!"

Lin Yuan paced excitedly in the laboratory:

"If we can fully utilize this synergistic effect, the Shelter's development speed will grow exponentially!"

He immediately took out pen and paper and began to formulate a detailed development plan.

【Shelter Supply Upgrade Plan】

【Phase 1: Infrastructure Enhancement】

Upgrade city walls and fortifications with Super Alloy!

Build a large Energy Crystal power supply system!

Upgrade the equipment and weapons of the Female Survivors!

【Phase 2: Personnel Strength Improvement】

Provide Advanced Superpower Enhancement Potions for key heroines!

Provide Intermediate Enhancement Potions for ordinary Female Warriors!

Establish a comprehensive training and advancement system!

【Phase 3: Scale Expansion】

Build multiple sub-bases!

Recruit more excellent women to join the Shelter!

Establish an external trade network!

【Phase 4: Regional Unification】

Unify the entire Xingyao City with absolute strength!

Establish a new order centered on the Shelter!

Prepare for marching into other cities!

"According to this plan, in at most half a year, the Shelter can become the most powerful force in this region!"

Lin Yuan looked at the plan satisfactorily:

"By then, regardless of any otherworldly invasion or other threats, they will be nothing to worry about!"

Chu Yanran leaned in to look at the plan and couldn't help but sigh:

"Such a detailed plan... you've even thought up to the fourth phase."

Xia Muqing looked at the dense list of items, deep in thought:

"From infrastructure to personnel training, and then to regional expansion... it is indeed very comprehensive."

Su Yuyan said softly: "With such a plan, everyone won't have to worry about the future."

Watching the heroines earnestly discussing the plan, Lin Yuan put away the plan with satisfaction:

"Alright, today's testing ends here. Tomorrow, we will start formal production according to the plan."

"Everyone remember, everything seen today is top-secret information of the Shelter and must absolutely not be leaked."

The heroines nodded solemnly; they certainly understood the importance of these technologies.

If other forces knew that Lin Yuan possessed such heaven-defying abilities, it would inevitably bring endless trouble.

"Rest assured, our mouths are tighter than a Swiss bank vault!"

Chu Yanran patted her chest in assurance:

"Even if we die, we won't let it out!"

Lin Yuan nodded with satisfaction, then thought of something:

"Right, remember to notify all the women to come over tomorrow. I want to formulate exclusive enhancement plans based on each person's Superpower characteristics."

"Really?!" The heroines' eyes lit up.

What does an exclusive enhancement plan mean?

It means Lin Yuan will tailor the most suitable improvement route based on their characteristics!

This kind of treatment is simply more honorable than a queen's!

"Of course it's true." Lin Yuan smiled gently:

"You are all my most important women, how could I not think of you?"

Hearing this, a warm current surged in the heroines' hearts.

Being treated with such care, they felt an unprecedented sense of security.

In this dangerous Apocalypse, what could be more precious than this?