Mo Jing put forward a systematic concept of integrating team combat with equipment for the first time, her tone steady and firm, every word hitting the nail on the head.
"Although the cultivation system of the Six-Party Crystal Realm is complete and solidly grounded, it relies too much on a cultivator’s individual strength and cultivation in actual combat, completely lacking coordination between team members. Especially when facing hordes of enemies, everyone usually fights alone, unable to look after both ends, and their combat power cannot form a cohesive force at all." She pointed out the core flaw of current cultivation and actual combat sharply, then added, "Professor Jiu and I have studied painstakingly for many days, integrating the spiritual power advantages of this realm with the technological concepts of Earth, and created several unique inventions that may solve this dilemma."
As soon as she finished speaking, Mo Jing first displayed the first set of equipment—a sophisticated reconnaissance system.
Two hundred sleek, small and agile reconnaissance beetles lined up neatly, paired with a pair of streamlined tactical glasses, forming the entire system. "These beetles can detect a range of five kilometers around, covering an area of 200 square kilometers with no blind spots," Mo Jing said, putting on the tactical glasses and tapping the lens lightly with her finger. "The glasses can simultaneously display 3D topographic maps, infrared biological distribution, and real-scene mode. They can also automatically stitch panoramic maps, track target movement trajectories in real time, accurately measure various data, and even collect all sounds within a specific range. The beetles are powered by energy-gathering arrays engraved on their bodies, and can work continuously for four hours with a single charge." And the one responsible for engraving these exquisite energy-gathering arrays was Yun Shu, who had an extraordinary talent for mathematics and a meticulous mind in the team.
In addition, Mo Jing also tailored a heavy sniper rifle for Yun Shu, which can be called his exclusive "artifact." With the precise assistance of the tactical glasses, coupled with Yun Shu’s own calm, introverted and careful nature, he naturally became the most reliable long-range sniper in the team. With a sniper rifle in hand, he could take the enemy’s life from thousands of miles away.
Next, Mo Jing turned to Yun Juan and handed over a uniquely shaped weapon: "This is the ‘Rainstorm Pear Blossom Gun,’ which is suitable for your path of specializing in long-range attack spells." She paused, explaining its power in detail, "It can kill with one hit within fifty steps, and the mortality rate exceeds 90% within thirty steps." This weapon, shaped like a miniature Gatling gun, was driven by spiritual energy, with an extremely fast rate of fire and fierce firepower. Even in the face of close-range surprise attacks, it could switch modes instantly to serve as a defense.
Then, Mo Jing’s gaze fell on Ji Wuli, who was staring eagerly with a look of anticipation, a faint smile appearing in her eyes.
"Combining your characteristics, I suggest you focus on defense, supplemented by illusions and illusion arrays, which complement each other. This is the ‘Peacock Feather’ designed specifically for you." As she spoke, she handed over an artifact as exquisite as a work of art—upon closer inspection, it was actually a luxurious shotgun inlaid with gold and silver, with intricate patterns. "It can fire five times in a row, with an effective range of thirty steps, and works best in close combat. When fired, the spreads like a peacock spreading its tail, which can not only hurt the enemy but also buy you time to retreat or counterattack."
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In addition to the exclusive weapons, Mo Jing also refined storage artifacts for everyone—depending on the person, they were either bracelets, necklaces, or rings, each with a storage space of twenty square meters, enough to hold various supplies, magic artifacts, and spirit beast cores. At the same time, she also gave each of them a high-tech "Golden Silk Armor" she had developed. This armor was as light as a veil, breathable and skin-friendly, with no sense of restraint when worn, but it could effectively resist most physical damage, making it a practical piece of equipment that combined attack and defense.
Ji Ruxu, who was standing aside, watched all this, her heart filled with shock. These strange inventions and unheard-of tactical concepts completely subverted her long-standing understanding of cultivation and actual combat. Looking at the complete set of equipment and clear team division of labor in front of her, she couldn’t help but feel more admiration for Mo Jing and the others.
Happy times always pass quickly. Half of the summer vacation had passed, and the training time for new students stipulated by the "Literary Thought Pavilion" arrived as scheduled—each new student needed to hunt a low-level spirit beast and use its spirit core as proof of completing the training.
Ji Ruxu volunteered to take on the role of "protector" for the four of them. The group set off lightly towards the mountain forest. Along the way, the several of them talked and laughed, enjoying the scenery and playing, and the atmosphere was relaxed and pleasant. But suddenly, Mo Jing’s expression tightened, and she subconsciously touched her neck—the jade pendant engraved with the words "Mo Jing" was gone. She concentrated and thought, speculating that it was most likely left in the manor where they had stayed before. This pendant was a token of her blood relatives, of great significance, and could not be lost. The group immediately decided to turn back to the manor to look for it.
But halfway there, a familiar figure came towards them—it was actually the steward of the Ji Mansion. He was alone, holding the jade pendant in his hand. When he saw the group, he hurried forward and said with a smile: "I found the young lady’s pendant in the manor just now. Knowing you must be in a hurry, I specially brought it over." After speaking, he took his leave in a hurry, and his figure soon disappeared into the forest path.
Ji Ruxu’s expression instantly turned serious, and doubts quietly arose in her heart: The steward had always been dedicated to his duties and never left the Ji Mansion easily. Why did he go to the manor in person? And why did he come alone just to deliver a small pendant? This matter was too strange, full of inconsistencies. The group gathered to discuss in a low voice, and finally decided to secretly follow the steward to find out the truth.
Mo Jing immediately released the reconnaissance beetles, and the power of the new equipment was instantly revealed. The beetles transmitted the steward’s movements clearly to everyone’s tactical glasses. The group followed the trail and tracked all the way to the Ji Family Manor. But when they pushed open the manor gate, they found that the manor was empty, eerily quiet, not even a trace of human presence.
