338: Fireworks

“This thing is mine then?”

Gu Qinghan tossed the two items in his hand, then threw the heart of the earth vein to Chu Tian.

Chu Tian took the heart of the earth vein and could only nod with a bitter smile.

An Intermediate Cleric, he was practically drooling at the sight of it, not to mention a matching exclusive equipment.

However, Gu Qinghan had already shown enough sincerity, even throwing the heart of the earth vein to him.

He couldn't bring himself to ask!

“Put it away, put it away, or someone will snatch it from you in a bit.”

Chu Tian directly turned around and waved his hand irritably at Gu Qinghan.

Gu Qinghan laughed heartily and then put the items away.

This thing was indeed very useful to him; choosing a trustworthy person could play a significant role at a critical moment.

As for who to choose, he already had a plan, he just didn't know if the other party was still alive.

After all this, Gu Qinghan followed Chu Tian back to Shangjing Base.

By then, it was getting late, and many Professionals began to gather at the designated cafeteria.

They had worked hard all day, and this was their most relaxing time, discussing what dishes the cafeteria would serve today.

“Oh, by the way, do you still need the rabbit carcass? If not, can I have it?”

As they walked, Gu Qinghan suddenly asked Chu Tian beside him.

Chu Tian nodded, thought for a moment, and said:

“I only have one here; if you only need one, then it's yours.

If you need more, you can go to the laboratory later.

All the Mutated Creature carcasses found recently are stored there, and I can also take you to meet the Divine Craftsman.”

“Then let's go to the laboratory to discuss it; one might really not be enough.”

Gu Qinghan nodded gratefully; he wasn't interested in these carcasses himself, but wanted to let the Source Worm try them.

Although this little fellow had no combat ability, its ability to refine energy was truly miraculous.

If some energy could be extracted from these carcasses, then perhaps it could provide a better understanding of their current situation.

The two continued forward and soon saw the cafeteria in this area.

A rich aroma of food filled the air, and Chu Tian took a deep breath, saying:

“This is the newest cafeteria built; it's my first time eating here too.

However, your current clearance might not be very high, so you can only get normal meals.

My clearance is very high, so you can have mine later.”

Gu Qinghan nodded; although he didn't lack food, he rarely got to eat food with such a homely scent.

Sometimes, a steaming bowl of noodles was far more invigorating than a cold instant beef meal.

The two entered the cafeteria, went to the serving window, and didn't need to pay for anything.

“General Chu Tian, this is your dinner.”

The chef at the window served Chu Tian a meal that looked exquisite and delicious, then looked at Gu Qinghan and asked with some confusion:

“Newcomer, right? What's your name?

Tell me your name, and I will provide food according to your clearance level.”

Chu Tian didn't need to state his name because almost everyone knew him.

And Gu Qinghan had just arrived at Shangjing Base today, so these logistics personnel who didn't participate in combat naturally didn't know him.

Gu Qinghan said “Oh” and reported his name.

He didn't show any impatience; instead, he was somewhat curious.

At this moment, he felt as if he had returned to before the game began, to the peaceful campus of that time.

The bustling cafeteria and the rich aroma of food were gradually easing the pressure and tension in his heart.

“Don't blame me for not giving you special privileges, brother; we must take the lead in obeying the rules here.

But the regular meals are also very good; I'll go find Uncle Hai later to boost your clearance.”

Gu Qinghan's arrival today was too hasty, so Chu Tian had forgotten about this matter.

However, when the chef serving the food presented Gu Qinghan's meal, Chu Tian was stunned.

He looked down at what he held in his hand, then looked at what was in front of Gu Qinghan.

Exactly the same!

But he quickly reacted and asked the chef, whose expression was also somewhat incredulous:

“His clearance is also the highest, right?”

The chef nodded; there was an instrument next to his hand that could query clearance by name.

Many old technological items had been restored in Shangjing Base, but hot weapons still couldn't be used.

Gu Qinghan looked at Chu Tian in confusion, but then heard Chu Tian say:

“Let's go; Uncle Hai must have raised your clearance.

Now, in Shangjing Base, as long as you prove your identity, you can move freely.

From a direct perspective, you have the same clearance level as me, second only to Uncle Hai here.”

Gu Qinghan opened his mouth; this was something he hadn't expected at all.

However, he also kept this trust and kindness in his heart, and followed Chu Tian to find a random table to eat and chat.

The meals in Shangjing Base were very rich, especially the highest-level meals they were enjoying.

Gu Qinghan ate very quickly, which made Chu Tian laugh.

“How is it? Isn't our food here delicious?

If it's not enough, you can get more; it's all you can eat!”

Gu Qinghan didn't speak, just continued to bury his head in devouring the food, and incidentally snatched a piece of braised pork from Chu Tian's plate.

Just as Chu Tian was about to snatch back his braised pork, he suddenly saw a group of people in white lab coats sitting at the nearby tables.

Gu Qinghan directly stuffed the braised pork into his mouth, wiped the grease from the corner of his mouth, and looked over.

Those people felt Chu Tian's gaze, turned and nodded at him, then began to bury their heads in eating.

It was clear that they didn't like to talk much.

“Are these doctors?”

Gu Qinghan looked at the white lab coats they wore; there were no special markings, so he could only ask Chu Tian.

Chu Tian shook his head, then explained to Chu Tian:

“These are a special task force researching Demonic Power, all young people who originally had considerable achievements in academia.

Their professions aren't very critical, but their tenacity in research is second to none.

The most exaggerated time, they went without sleep for four or five days straight, and finally, Uncle Hai had to force them to rest.

However, a few days ago, their research on Demonic Power had some new progress, but I didn't ask for details.”

Upon hearing this, Gu Qinghan also developed some respect for these people in his heart.

Most of these people had no expression, just buried their heads in eating.

It was obvious that they wanted to rush back to continue their research.

Such people were called bookworms, or even lunatics, by some.

But genius and madman are often just a difference in a single thought.

Many of the hot weapons and even nuclear weapons that the gods feared came from the hands of these almost obsessive humans.

And now, under extremely difficult conditions, they were still researching the power from the gods.

Even if Gu Qinghan felt they might not succeed, it didn't affect his reverence for them.

Perhaps what the gods truly feared was not so-called hot weapons.

What they feared was humanity's resilience, constantly breaking through and never giving up in desperation.

Suddenly, a voice with a distinctly feigned smile rang out, causing both Chu Tian and Gu Qinghan to frown involuntarily.

“General Chu Tian, you're eating here too?”