66: Chapter 66 Our goal is the stars and the sea!

Pay-to-Win Project Underground Base, Conference Room.

Around the massive circular conference table sat the top minds from every field in Huaxia.

The atmosphere was as oppressive as the sea surface before a storm.

This time, even Qian Zhonghua, the materials expert who was usually buried in the laboratory, was present. His eyes were dark-rimmed, but his expression was extremely excited.

"Report to Director Li," Qian Zhonghua spoke first, his voice somewhat hoarse.

"Based on the reverse analysis of the vengeful spirit battle blade and the research on the application of spirit essence sand, the first batch of 'Phantom' stealth coating material has completed trial fitting!"

"Preliminary tests show its absorption rate for all current radar bands has reached an astonishing 99.9%! This means..."

He paused, every word sounding like a thunderclap.

"We now possess an asymmetric advantage that leads the world by at least one era."

A wave of suppressed gasps echoed in the conference room.

But Director Li Guoan merely nodded calmly, signaling him to sit down.

This breakthrough, capable of changing the world's structure, was currently just an appetizer.

His gaze shifted to Chen You.

Chen You immediately synchronized all his recent experiences in the game, including the Burning Blood Heaven Incineration Art, the Extreme Realm Chapter, the guild prerequisite quest 'Lost Territory,' and finally, that earth-shattering arrow, detailing everything to everyone present.

When they heard that the Arrow of the Moon had spanned thousands of kilometers to nail precisely between the two of them, even these experts, accustomed to great storms, couldn't help but have their pupils contract.

"This is the strength of the second-ranked player on the leaderboard..." tactical team leader Zhang Yunhai muttered, his expression more serious than ever before.

"No, the focus isn't here."

Data Team Leader Sun Feng adjusted his glasses. On the light screen before him, two sets of data models were flashing rapidly.

"Everyone, look here," Sun Feng pointed to the violently fluctuating curve.

"Through the data Chen You submitted previously, we discovered a problem."

"His attributes are fixed, but the actual damage dealt has an unquantifiable 'amplification.'"

"At that time, we hypothesized this might be related to his 'Realm.'"

"Now, the appearance of the Extreme Realm Chapter has once again verified this conjecture."

Sun Feng's tone became resolute.

"In this game, some things cannot be quantified! Or rather, the system cannot simulate them!"

He looked at Chen You: "Martial arts moves can be learned as skills, but the true 'intent,' or the 'Dao,' within them requires the player to comprehend it themselves."

"This means the system can generate a cultivation system, but the true core of cultivation—"

"That subjective, rule-defying 'intent'—is not something the system can control, nor can it fully understand!"

At these words, the entire room was stunned!

Chen You nodded thoughtfully.

He recalled the feeling when he broke through to the Qi Refining Second Layer; it wasn't just an increase in Health Points and Spirit Power. It was a leap in life level, a dimension elevation in his perception of the world.

That was something data could not describe.

tactical team leader Zhang Yunhai immediately pressed: "Does that mean if Chen You continues down this path, his strength will surpass the upper limit of the abilities granted by the system?"

"Currently, it appears so," Sun Feng gave an affirmative reply.

The air in the entire conference room seemed to solidify.

If Sun Feng's inference was true, then Chen You's value was countless times greater than they had imagined!

He wasn't playing a fixed program; he was sprinting down a path of transcendence that could truly evolve infinitely!

Director Li Guoan did not reply, his deep gaze turning to Pan Yu, the social relations expert.

Pan Yu understood, cleared her throat, and began: "Arrow of the Moon... Elf God Clan... Zhao City."

She linked the three keywords together.

"It can currently be speculated that the numerous main cities in the Source Realm, like Zhao City, likely fall under the sphere of influence of different top-tier factions."

"So far, among the Three Great Divine Races guilds, only the Elf God Clan has been continuously and proactively contacting Chen You."

"This suggests that Zhao City is very likely the Elf God Clan's sphere of influence."

"As for the Arrow of the Moon's demonstration this time, or rather... a chat invitation," Pan Yu paused slightly, a sharp glint flashing in her eyes.

"The reason is simple: the Destruction Mode."

"Before this, in their eyes, Chen You was just a somewhat mysterious, somewhat wealthy solo player."

"Such a player might have value, but not enough to warrant the second-ranked player on the leaderboard taking such serious notice."

"However, the appearance of the Destruction Mode changed everything."

"This is the only hidden mechanism on the entire server that has been confirmed effective for obtaining excess rewards!"

"And the key to activating this mechanism is known by only one person in the whole world: Chen You!"

"He has only unlocked the Wailing Valley so far. This means there are hundreds, perhaps thousands, of dungeons in the Source Realm waiting for him to 'destroy'!"

"Whoever controls this secret qualifies to be the first to 'destroy'!"

Pan Yu's words made everyone present suddenly enlightened.

So that's how it is!

The Arrow of the Moon's astonishing arrow wasn't anger or provocation; it was flexing muscle, raising her bargaining chip!

She wanted to buy that intelligence!

"I understand," Director Li Guoan, who had been silent, finally spoke. He slowly stood up.

His demeanor of masterful planning instantly settled the restlessness of the entire conference room.

"First, Chen You's core mission remains unchanged. Improving his realm and strengthening his power is the foundation of all actions."

"Second, the guild prerequisite quest can start to be handled, but there's no need to rush. Stop if you encounter difficulties."

"Third, regarding the Arrow of the Moon."

Director Li Guoan turned around, his gaze sweeping over everyone.

"Agree to her friend request."

This decision made everyone slightly stunned.

"If she wants to talk, we'll talk with her," Director Li Guoan's mouth curved up slightly.

"Not a single word about Huaxia's core information can be mentioned. For example, the source of gold coins, or whether he has clansmen. Answer those questions with the four words: 'It has nothing to do with you.'"

"If she wants to know the conditions for activating the 'Destruction Mode'..."

Director Li Guoan pondered briefly, a cunning, old-fox-like glint flashing in his eyes.

"We can tell her."

"What?" Zhang Yunhai exclaimed, "Director Li, this is currently our greatest informational advantage!"

"An advantage is worthless if it cannot be monetized," Director Li Guoan waved his hand, interrupting him.

"How long can this secret last? A few days? A few months?"

"As time goes on, those top players will eventually figure out the key. By then, this intelligence will be expired."

He held up one finger.

"Make her agree to one condition—to unconditionally help us with one favor within her capabilities."

"Trading intelligence that might expire at any moment for a promise from a god-tier expert ranked second on the leaderboard."

"This deal is worth it!"

"Moreover, we will only tell her the conclusion," Director Li Guoan looked at Chen You and added, "As for how to achieve it, that is her business!"

Knowing the condition is one thing; being able to achieve it is another!

Was the [Wailing Valley] successful because they had the Exorcism Talisman available? What about other dungeons?

Even Chen You might not be able to achieve it again.

This was equivalent to giving the other party a target they could see but not touch.

To realize this goal, the Arrow of the Moon would inevitably have to pay a huge price to try, and might even end up owing someone a favor.

This deal was a massive profit!

"As for her suggestions to carry you for leveling or give you equipment, refuse them all," Director Li Guoan finalized the instructions.

"You must make her understand that we don't lack those things. We and she are in an equal partnership."

"Yes!" Chen You nodded heavily.

He felt his blood heating up.

This was the national team!

A crisis that could make any solo player anxious and sleepless was, under the analysis of these top minds, dissected like a butcher cutting up an ox, finally turning into a strategically sound investment with guaranteed returns!

All he had to do was log into the game and relay the leader's 'instructions.'

Chen You took a deep breath and looked at Director Li Guoan again.

"I'll go now, Director Li.'

...Chen You logged in again. The brief chaos had passed, and Yue Ying was still waiting there.

Seeing Chen You, Yue Ying subconsciously took two steps forward, then stopped.

"You..."

Chen You looked at her appearance and suddenly felt a little pitiful.

"I will talk to her."

Chen You opened the system interface, looked at the friend request, and clicked [Accept].