And this time, the strong-armed choice he was coerced into making also left him somewhat displeased.
In a world where strength spoke loudest, especially in the newly established Development Zone where even familial leverage was scarce, if you were no match for others, you just had to hold back.
Luck itself is also a manifestation of strength!
"Are we heading back just like that?"
"Let's go back and deal with the goods on us first, then check out the place that young brother Zhang Wei mentioned, and finally go take a look at the results in the Alien nest. Who knows, we might stumble upon a pleasant surprise..."
Huang Jian made plans with reason.
From the tone of it, Zhang Wei's continuous efforts were finally starting to pay off, catching their attention.
For someone with an Endurance rating of D+, achieving this effect was actually quite remarkable.
This finally brought a faint smile to the somewhat desolate face of Zhang Wei, showing that there were indeed rewards!
"That's true, although you are a bit less gifted, brother Zhang, your talent for Endurance might actually withstand the Alien's rejection. It's just that it will certainly be more costly for you."
Nuosen also nodded in agreement, appreciating the point.
"By that time, we siblings may not be able to join."
However, at this moment, Lin Chao indicated his intention to leave, which made Zhang Wei anxious—after all, he had just established a connection with some Inner City figures!
"Brother Lin, you've misunderstood. We're not planning an ambush; we're just going to see if there's an opportunity to gain something, nothing more."
Knowing Lin Chao's personality, Huang Jian sincerely tried to persuade him to stay.
His words reflected his true intentions.
After all, Pioneers wouldn't explode with Yuan Force; ambushing them would be a loss, but they wouldn't mind picking up the remains of a mutual defeat.
"Yes, brother Chao, if brother Tao encounters trouble, we might be able to lend a hand and ask for some benefits in return."
Zhang Wei also offered a word of persuasion.
"And I've promised the two brothers to take them to find some entertainment."
"If you want, you can stay behind, or you can just give them the location."
Lin Chao showed no sign of wavering and didn't pressure Zhang Wei to do anything.
This made Zhang Wei, who had just established a relationship, show a bitter expression, but in the end, he decided to clarify the information about the valley and pass the message on to them.
After suffering a loss once, Zhang Wei didn't want to miss out again.
Inner City Pioneers were mostly cold-hearted and bad sorts, far less reliable than brother Chao!
There was no conflict; he also didn't like to kill without reason.
Although, in theory, those two Inner City Pioneers and the dead Wino could be remotely linked, he didn't need to find such an excuse just to convince himself.
If they're all gone, unless it's absolutely necessary, there's no point in doing things he dislikes...
"Maybe with some luck, next time I could encounter them again, help transport some goods. And now that Little Miss Rich could use some extra hands, good deeds should bring good rewards, right?"
Tao Yu felt refreshed after finishing his punches and then started to show off the capybara meat.
"The cost of a second Deification of the Swallowing Fluid Technique isn't actually high. Everyone can undergo Deification now, but I'll still wait until I've saved enough talent points."
Tao Yu felt the heat being digested, turning into energy to replenish what he had spent on his training.
As his Qi-Blood moved and merged into his dantian.
The priority for the Swallowing Fluid Technique should have been higher, but now the digestion speed was sufficient. The real problem was the lack of high-energy food, which was why it was postponed.
"First, I'll catch a few of those common laborers, then go and see what kind of creature Wino could cultivate..."
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Thump~
With what seemed like a light palm strike from Tao Yu, an Alien was sent flying and smashed against a tree, causing the sturdy trunk to tremble.
The force of the strike didn't leave any visible wounds on the Alien's surface, but from its cherry-sized mouth, it spat out greenish acidic blood, completely discoloring its clear, viscous saliva.
Soon after, the Alien lay trembling on the ground, succumbing to Tao Yu's authority, who then approached and performed a routine of punishment and reward.
By then, including Little Black, Tao Yu already had five Aliens by his side!
Along with Cao Shaolin and Wino, he had essentially formed a small team!
"Common Aliens just take up space, they can serve as cannon fodder."
Tao Yu considered for a moment, then hesitated as he looked at Little Black.
The creature had been with him the longest; setting aside affection, its loyalty was unquestionably the highest, and it might even be able to accompany him between two worlds after a while.
Furthermore, it could drive, make fire, catch fish, and even cook meat; it could pass as support staff, at a stretch.
"You, follow its commands, go now, to your lair..."
Tao Yu had a recollection from last time that these temporarily subdued Aliens wouldn't necessarily revolt upon seeing the Queen.
But due to the influence of the Queen's pheromones, they would be hesitant.
Fortunately, as long as they weren't ordered to attack the Queen, using them as cannon fodder was of no matter...