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Eric looked at Yang Tao, who was sitting across from his desk, and asked in confusion, "You said you want to find some disabled people for human experiments?"
Yang Tao picked up the teacup on the table, took a sip, and said, "That's right. I've recently gained some insights into mechanical modification, but you know my situation—mechanical modification is simply a burden for me. Of course, it might also be because my skills are too poor."
"So, I'm trying to benefit the various organizations in the Backrooms. For the first three who volunteer for the modifications, I'll give a 70%, 60%, and 50% discount."
Free? There's no such thing as a free lunch in this world.
Eric automatically ignored the words like 'recently gained' in Yang Tao's statement. In his opinion, since Yang Tao dared to say that, he must be 90% confident.
"I will convey the message to various organizations. Each organization has some members who have retired due to injuries, and some of those who are severely injured can only lie in bed for the rest of their lives. I think they will definitely accept your conditions."
Yang Tao nodded slightly. In an environment like the Backrooms, people who can be injured and confined to bed without entering the Wretch cycle must have incredibly strong willpower.
As long as these people undergo mechanical modification, they will surely become the backbone of various organizations.
"Alright, I'll leave this matter to you. Oh, right, I brought you a gift."
Yang Tao took out the Royal Rations from his backpack, placed them on the desk, and pushed them towards Eric.
Instantly, a peculiar scent wafted into Eric's nose. His expression changed slightly, and he blurted out, "Royal Rations?"
"You've seen them?"
Eric shook his head, pointed at the computer screen, and said, "I search for information every day. This food that makes me uncontrollably want to eat it is clearly the legendary Royal Rations."
"You've learned well. Don't hold back; try the taste..."
Eric nodded slightly, took the Royal Rations with one hand, slowly savored the feeling it gave him, and with the other hand, picked up a pen and continuously described it in his notebook.
However, as time passed, Eric's writing speed became faster and faster, and his handwriting grew increasingly sloppy.
Finally, he could no longer resist the temptation and directly put the small piece of Royal Rations into his mouth.
After eating the Royal Rations, Eric's face showed a satisfied and happy smile.
Yang Tao picked up his teacup, took a sip, and quietly watched Eric. After about two minutes, Eric finally opened his eyes and recorded various sensations in his notebook.
"I tasted the flavor of home from these Royal Rations... I think this thing isn't meant for the taste buds, but rather for the spirit, right?"
"That's right. At least, I can't taste anything from this thing."
Yang Tao saw the admiration in Eric's eyes. Compared to M.E.G. explorer Catherine, Eric was clearly much more professional.
After all, Catherine might have been an ordinary person before entering the Backrooms, while Eric was, at the very least, a research member selected by the company.
"I still have some Royal Rations here. Please spread the word and see if anyone wants to buy them. The conditions are the same: special items from the Backrooms can be used to calculate the value."
Eric nodded slightly and said, "Okay, but even though this thing is magical, it's still just food and doesn't have any special abilities. It's not even as practical as moth jelly. It only has two advantages: its taste and its scarcity."
At this point, Eric smiled and continued, "Many people think that these Royal Rations are just a legend, after all, 99% of people haven't seen them."
Yang Tao nodded, took out the M.E.G. explorer terminal, popped out a memory card from it, and handed it to Eric, saying, "This contains some information about Level 14, Level 28, Level 27, and Level 6."
"However, regarding the information about Level 28, just read it yourself; don't upload it to the internet."
Eric took the memory card with some surprise and inserted it into the reader next to the computer.
"Yang, your life is truly exciting!"
Eric uploaded various videos and recordings to the computer and directly deleted the video labeled Level 28 Aranstone Fortress.
Seeing this, Yang Tao smiled and said, "Actually, you could watch it."
"Computers aren't safe. When you have time, I hope you can personally take me to see it..."
"No problem."
The video played, and sometimes Yang Tao's voice could be heard from it.
Sometimes Eric would also ask some questions.
Finally, watching the Level 14 video, Eric saw Yang Tao talking to himself in the footage and asked, "Who are you talking to?"
"The moon..."
"The moon? What do you mean?"
Yang Tao pointed at the Blood-Red Moon in the footage and said, "It's alive!"
"It possesses unparalleled mental power, but under normal circumstances, it won't target ordinary people. However, even so, those ordinary blood-stained maple trees are not something ordinary people can resist."
"What's more, there are also those children."
Eric's eyes widened when he heard that the moon was alive; this completely challenged his understanding.
But what shocked him even more was that even such an existence actually made concessions under Yang Tao's negotiation.
Especially when Yang Tao pointed at the ground and said, 'I want this place,' the Haki in his tone made Eric feel like he was experiencing a protagonist from an inspiring novel.
"Phew, no wonder there's no real information about Level 14. Being able to enter this level and come out alive is simply an impossible feat."
Yang Tao pulled out the data card inserted in the device, reinserted it into the terminal, and said with a smile:
"Now, at least the chance of survival has increased a bit."
"Eric, you're busy. I'll go back and wait for your news."
"Wait..."
"What's wrong?"
Eric clicked a few times on the computer with his mouse, brought up some information, and said, "Look at the information here."
"A new cult has appeared among the Wanderers..."
Yang Tao asked very puzzled, "A cult? Blue Redemption?"
"No, no, it's 9527... a cult founded by a Wanderer named Jerry. He claims you are his savior and is currently recruiting other Wanderers in some levels."
"However, I recently received news that because of the name, the people of Blue Redemption have been looking for him."
Yang Tao was stunned for a moment. He had forgotten Jerry, whom he had rescued from Level 6.1. After Eric's reminder, he recalled that thin figure.
"Eric, are you saying my worshiper is now being hunted by that bird's followers??"
Eric nodded.
Yang Tao stood up and summoned a wooden door.
"Where are you going?"
"To find that bird and make it change its name. What class is it to use the same name as my worshiper!"
Eric: "..."
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