59: Chapter 59 The Gate of Talent, A Promising Future

Inside the team space, on the energy light screen temporarily constructed in the central area, the live broadcast of the [Tianyin Squad] fighting in the Desolate Sand Sea was slowly dimming, eventually turning into a flurry of static and dissipating. However, the powerful strength displayed by those ten figures, operating in coordination like precision instruments, and their majestic Aura that invoked the Law of Sound Waves and purified the Power of Desolation with every gesture, were deeply etched into the heart of every [Dream Society] member.

Silence lasted for several seconds within the space.

“So... so strong!” Zhao Hu was the first to break the silence. He punched the air fiercely, his face filled with uncontrollable excitement and longing. “This is true national power! B-Rank Talent! That kind of coordination, that use of abilities... our previous teamwork was simply child's play!”

The Saber-toothed Tiger cub [Roar] on his shoulder seemed to feel its master's Battle Intent as well, letting out a low growl, its fangs flashing with a cold light.

“It is indeed shocking.” Chen Rui pushed up his glasses, the gaze behind the lenses flickering with analytical light. “Their Talent systems are highly complementary, and the synchronization rate between the spirits and Hosts has reached an astonishing level. Especially Captain Lin Yifeng's [Song of Life]; its range, intensity, and precision are far beyond imagination. Moreover, he seems to possess something similar to Lin Wan's [Blessing of the God of Life], but at a higher level.”

Wang Jingjing stared at where the light screen had disappeared, murmuring to herself, “That energy conversion efficiency, the stability of the sound wave materialization... their spirit structures and energy cores definitely utilize technologies or rules that are difficult for us to understand.”

Even the always steady Li Mubai showed deep emotion in his eyes. “Did you see that? This is power on a higher level. It's not just individual strength, but a total crushing victory in teamwork, Talent development, and understanding of Laws. We still have a long way to go.”

Zhang Hao nodded silently. He could clearly feel the [Taiji Yin-Yang Fish] core rotating slowly at his heart, which had produced a faint resonance while watching the broadcast. What the Tianyin Squad displayed was a 'pure' path of developing a single or similar Law to the extreme, while he himself had embarked on a more treacherous 'inclusive' path that required maintaining balance at all times. Which was superior remained unknown, but the power represented by a B-Rank Talent undoubtedly pointed the way forward for him.

“However, we have our own advantages!” Lin Wan's voice carried a hint of excitement as she pointed around the team space.

Following her guidance, everyone finally pulled their attention back from the shock of the broadcast and carefully felt this world that belonged to them.

Compared to the simplicity of the initial pure white template, the team space had now undergone a massive change. The central area was stable and open, and the individual space portals demarcated at the edges were more solid, exuding their own unique Auras. But the most eye-catching part was the 'ecological zone' in the public area, which Lin Wan had personally opened and continuously expanded.

The energy soil, which was originally only ten square meters, had now expanded to nearly a hundred square meters! The lush [Dream Seaweed] swayed like an emerald forest, scattering life-filled spots of light; [Fluorescent Moss] covered the specially shaped rockery, twinkling like a starry night; there were even several newly transplanted exotic plants from different mission worlds—some with trumpet flowers that automatically changed color, others bearing small fruits like energy gems.

All of this grew vigorously under the careful care of Lin Wan's evolved [Hymn of Life] Talent and her spirit [Qingyu]. They were not just decorations, but an efficient energy converter!

Li Mubai pulled up the team's public panel, and the numbers on it made everyone's breath hitch:

[Team Public Dream Power Reserve: 58,427 points] (continuing to grow rapidly...)

“Over fifty-eight thousand points?!” Sun Yu's eyes widened in disbelief. “Before we left for the mission, wasn't it only around fifteen thousand? This growth speed...”

Lin Wan explained with a smile, a hint of pride in her tone. “The nourishment and catalysis effects of the [Hymn of Life] Talent on plants far exceeded expectations. The efficiency of these dream plants in absorbing free energy from the space and our dissipated mental fluctuations has increased several-fold. Moreover, they seem to have formed a simple symbiotic cycle among themselves, producing a '1+1 > 2' effect. Now, relying solely on this ecological zone, it can provide the team with over 300 points of public Dream Power every hour!”

This was an astonishing number! It meant that even if the team members did nothing, they could steadily obtain over 7,000 points of public Dream Power every day! This provided a solid resource guarantee for their future development.

Li Mubai took a deep breath, suppressing the excitement in his heart as he operated the team panel. “Having abundant public resources is a good thing. Just as the stability and energy level of the team space increase, along with our overall strength, the space management interface has unlocked a new high-authority, high-consumption option.”

As he spoke, he projected a new option in front of everyone:

[Space Expansion/Functional Module: Link Dream Talent Space]

Effect: Consumes a massive amount of public Dream Power and space Origin energy to establish a permanent stable link with the mysterious [Dream Talent Space] deep within the Dream World. This link will provide all bound team members with an exclusive training and promotion channel based on their own Talents.

Activation Cost: 50,000 public Dream Power points (initial link); subsequent maintenance requires a small amount of public Dream Power periodically.

Core Functions:

Exclusive Dream Talent Mission: For every Talent Rank (e.g., starting from F-Rank, progressing to E-Rank, D-Rank, C-Rank, B-Rank... and so on), the Host possesses one Opportunity to enter the [Dream Talent Space] and challenge an [Exclusive Dream Talent Mission] generated by their own Talent's core Law. This Opportunity is automatically obtained when the Rank increases; if unused, opportunities can accumulate and will not disappear.

Mission Cost: Opening a mission requires a large amount of personal Dream Power (the specific amount varies based on Talent Rank and quality).

Mission Rewards:

Talent Evolution (20% probability): Successfully completing a high-difficulty challenge and deeply exploring and innovatively utilizing one's own Talent provides a chance for the Talent to undergo an essential leap, advancing to a higher-level, more powerful Talent, or one with entirely new effects.

Talent Strengthening (80% probability): Successfully completing the mission without reaching the 'Evolution' standard will grant a significant strengthening of the existing Talent (such as increased effects, reduced consumption, new auxiliary effects, etc.).

Basis for Judgment: Whether an evolution occurs depends on the Host's understanding, application, and Breakthrough of their Talent during the mission, as well as the final completion rate.

Additional Function - Talent Pre-derivation: Before entering a mission, a certain amount of personal Dream Power can be consumed to glimpse the *possible* evolutionary branches of one's next Talent Rank (only the name and core ability summary will be displayed). This pre-derivation only shows some common possibilities or those based on the Host's current traits; it is not exhaustive and does not include rare evolutions that may be triggered through special Opportunities, items, or other means. Please note that even with an outstanding performance in the mission, the final evolution obtained may exceed the scope of the pre-derivation.

Looking at these detailed and startling instructions, especially the bolded rule stating that opportunities could accumulate, everyone fell into an excited silence.

50,000 public Dream Power points! This was almost their entire current savings! But in exchange, they gained a permanent channel that pointed directly to the Origin of power and allowed them to actively seek Talent Evolution and strengthening! More importantly, opportunities could accumulate, meaning they didn't need to rush to use them at every Rank; they could wait for a better time or accumulate more thorough preparations!

“Opportunities can accumulate! This is crucial!” Qian Xiaomin said excitedly. “For example, if I don't feel confident at D-Rank, I can wait until C-Rank or even B-Rank to use multiple opportunities at once? Or use them separately?”

“That is how the rules are understood.” Li Mubai nodded. “This gives us great strategic flexibility.”

“A 20% evolution probability, 80% strengthening...” Zhou Mei mused. “The odds aren't high, but even if it's just strengthening, it's a solid improvement. Plus, we can strive for that 20% through our performance in the mission!”

Zhang Hao's gaze was fixed on the 'Talent Pre-derivation' function. Being able to glimpse the possible direction of the next Rank was undoubtedly of great strategic value. Although incomplete, it at least allowed one to clarify the direction of their efforts and avoid blindness. He had already begun to calculate his possible path from C-Rank to B-Rank but decided to perform the specific pre-derivation later.

“Consumes a large amount of personal Dream Power...” Zheng Gang scratched his head. “Looks like I'll have to work hard to save up some private money from now on.”

Li Mubai looked around at everyone and said solemnly, “Without a doubt, this is an Opportunity that can greatly accelerate our team's overall strength improvement. Although the consumption is massive, in the long run, the value is immeasurable. Now, let's vote: do you agree to use fifty thousand public Dream Power points to open the permanent link with the [Dream Talent Space]?”

“Agreed!”

“We must agree!”

“What is there to hesitate about!”

It was passed almost unanimously. No one could refuse such a huge temptation to directly enhance their fundamental power, with the added benefit of flexible planning for opportunities.

“Good!” Li Mubai no longer hesitated and immediately confirmed the operation on the panel.

In an instant, the emblem in the center of the team space erupted with an unprecedentedly brilliant light! The massive public Dream Power was rapidly extracted like a floodgate opening and injected into the core Laws of the space. The entire team space vibrated slightly, as if some deep-seated shackles were being unlocked, and an invisible but clearly perceivable 'channel' was slowly constructed and stabilized above the space. The other end of that channel connected to a bizarre dimension filled with countless fluctuations of possibility—the [Dream Talent Space]!

The link was successful!

“The link has stabilized.” Li Mubai's voice carried a hint of exhaustion, but more of it was excitement. “Now, members who meet the criteria can check their Talent mission opportunities through their personal panels at any time, and can choose to perform [Talent Pre-derivation] or directly apply to enter an [Exclusive Dream Talent Mission].”

Everyone's eyes immediately became burning hot as they looked at their personal panels. Indeed, an option to connect with the [Dream Talent Space] had appeared.

Zhang Hao took a deep breath, suppressing the urge to perform a pre-derivation immediately. He knew this would consume a huge amount of personal Dream Power and required careful planning. He looked at his companions around him, who were equally excited, knowing that a brand new stage full of challenges and opportunities had officially arrived with the opening of this 'Gate of Talent.'”

Li Mubai looked at the high-spirited team members and said solemnly, “Everyone, the path ahead has been laid out. Next, we need to formulate a detailed plan, reasonably allocate public resources and personal accumulations, and make the most thorough preparations for the upcoming [Exclusive Dream Talent Mission]. Remember, this is not just a leap in individual strength, but the cornerstone for our [Dream Society] as a whole to move toward a higher level! Let us make good use of this gate and walk our own path of the strong!”

Inside the team space, the atmosphere was unprecedentedly warm and full of fighting spirit. The door to the path of Talent Evolution had opened, and power leading to a higher level was right before them, with the Opportunity held in their own hands. Everyone knew that every step, choice, and effort from now on would be crucial. Their chapter of Talent was about to turn a new page.