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Apocalypse System: How To Destroy My Resources? Chapter 700:
But Lionel's logistics department wasn’t done. They escalated by selling only pre-chopped vegetables or cooked vegetable soup, despite the loss from processing costs.Chopped vegetables spoiled faster, requiring same-day consumption, while soup lasted only half a day. Still, this effectively ended "scalping."No fool would resell pre-chopped vegetables to the department. If they claimed to have "harvested" pre-chopped vegetables, they were fined 6 merit points for falsifying reports.These stringent rules escalated competition for foraging areas, leading to frequent conflicts. This was why groups like Black Bear and Heavenly Wolf thrived. They covertly controlled access to scavenging zones.Anyone gathering near the fertile areas of the pier had to pay a protection fee to the Black Bear gang—200 grams of vegetables per kilogram harvested.And if they didn’t pay?Well, several people had recently died at the pier. Official reports concluded they were attacked by mutant fish.If another
Apocalypse System: How To Destroy My Resources? Chapter 701:
Below the Grieving River, bubbles erupted as a dozen mutant fish burst from the water, lunging onto the bank to rescue their fallen companion and attack the enemy. But all they found was a gory, fishy-smelling bloodstain and a few white scales slick with acidic mucus.Unable to find their target, the fish retreated back into the river.Torin, heart pounding, observed the scene. It was far too dangerous—this spot was no longer safe for fishing.The nearby bushes rustled, and a group of nine—six men and three women—emerged, stepping toward him. Judging by their attire and auras, they were clearly members of the Hope Regiment.Torin’s gaze first landed on the man to the far left, drawn to the massive 60-kilogram fish he carried. That alone was an incredible fortune.Then his eyes moved to the woman second from the right. Wasn’t that… wasn’t that Xena? The idol of every resident in Hope Town? As a teenager, seeing such a beautiful w
Apocalypse System: How To Destroy My Resources? Chapter 702:
Torin, flustered by the leader’s direct engagement, quickly understood that his share was legitimate. After glancing around briefly, he honestly replied,"I’d like it divided at the supply office..."Hearing this, Memphis sighed deeply and lamented:"Memphis, oh Memphis, you’re hailed as the leader of a faction, yet here you are, finding it difficult to divide a fish you caught yourself.""What’s worse, the portion of fish meant for this boy might not even make it to the kitchen before some unrelated party snatches a bite, leaving the one who contributed to cry silently, unnoticed, unheard, unresolved.""If this is the state of Hope Town, what hope is there to Hope at all?"After his musings, Memphis’s gaze shifted to the right.Amanda’s face turned ashen.As the head of civil law enforcement, how could she explain the prolonged bullying and extortion that had occurred on her watch? Now there was a victim too afraid to take their rightful share of resources from the leader himself.La
Apocalypse System: How To Destroy My Resources? Chapter 703:
"They love rolling around and often clear out grass and shrubs nearby to make themselves comfortable. So, the muddier and messier the spot, with long drag marks and signs of chewed-up vegetation, the more likely you’ll find large fish."However, not all fish behave this way. Some prefer floating on their backs near the surface, others stick their heads into the mud with their tails sticking up. Some swim in circles, biting each other's tails in groups of five or six, others continuously leap above the water. The bubble crabs, in particular, trap themselves inside bubbles and float in the air. In short, you need to choose the right spot and target to catch the most productive type of aquatic creature."Once you’ve picked a location, you need to consider timing. Early mornings are great for catching silver-eyed goldfish, flickering fish, or bubble crabs. Late afternoons are better for nozzle-head fish, spined fish, striped boxer fish, pistol shrimp, or skull frogs. Midday is ideal for c
Apocalypse System: How To Destroy My Resources? Chapter 704:
"Spotting a monster isn’t too difficult. Just pay attention to the ripples, bubbles, mist, wind, and whirlpools.""If the waves ripple unevenly in arcs, with small, varied bubbles, it’s likely small fish—safe to catch.""If the waves form thin, even streaks with thumb-sized bubbles appearing in clusters, you’re approaching danger. Be cautious.""If the waves form concentric circles with clusters of three bubbles, sticky chains of tiny bubbles, or fist-sized bubbles, you’re looking at a water monster. The two-mouthed carp we just killed gave off concentric ripples and sticky bubbles.""And if you see a whirlpool, that’s a full-fledged aquatic monster. Move at least 15 meters from the bank immediately. Such monsters can create waves up to three meters high, sweeping everything into the river. Delay, and you’re done for.""Just a few days ago, Betsy, Uncle Lovez’s son, was dragged under by a whirlpool. He didn’t make it.""There’s more. If you see countless white threads spreading across
Apocalypse System: How To Destroy My Resources? Chapter 705:
If the procurement department had set quotas for fish from the beginning, the boy could have argued: “I intended to sell this to the procurement office at the assigned price, there’s no way I’d sell it off in the black market." In that case, the Heavenly Wolf gang would have no excuse.Torin, fearing his fish would be stolen, resorted to fishing only sparingly. When he did catch something, he often released it or kept just one or two pounds, discreetly hiding it in his clothes to take home and cook for his brother and himself. If he didn’t land a big catch—a fish large enough to attract the attention of the upper management—there was no way he’d reveal his success.This was a systemic flaw in the organization, even a nation—a lack of proper oversight and loopholes in management.If the system cannot ensure a clean and healthy environment, cannot guarantee the rights and rewards of laborers, and cannot ensure that their efforts yield what they deserve, people will never be motivated to
Apocalypse System: How To Destroy My Resources? Chapter 706:
Without his earnest explanations, no one would have understood his methods. No one could have stolen his skillful "force control." It was his alone.System skills, when examined closely, had a balance. Each skill came with a brief description, the clever could utilize it well, the diligent could master it, and the creative could innovate and reach grandmastery. But the lazy, foolish, or incompetent... well, they’d struggle.Just as Wylie finished speaking, the surface of the Grieving River showed signs of movement. Over 50 meters away, ripples began to radiate from where the bait was placed. The water bubbled furiously, whitening a large area—clear evidence that a big fish was approaching.Torin stared at the scene for a few seconds before shouting in a trembling
Apocalypse System: How To Destroy My Resources? Chapter 707:
Memphis flicked his hand lightly, summoning an Ice Minion beside him. Almost immediately, the minion disappeared, replaced by Wylie standing nearby.Next to them was the frozen corpse of the fish, its body locked in a rigid state and marked with the "Ice Poison" seal.A new servant in the shape of a fish had replaced the regular Ice Minion. Along with this servant were a skill scroll, an item card, and an experience crystal encased in frost.In just one second, a Level 18 mutant fish had been taken down by the coordinated efforts of three people.Torin’s eyes nearly popped out of their sockets as he watched. A chill of fear coursed through him. This... this...The three lessons he had proudly shared earlier suddenly felt utterly worthless when faced with absolute power. The leader and his two deputies had slain a water monster in the blink of an eye, seemingly without breaking a sweat. The sheer power was terrifying.In the Grieving River, fish blood spread out in murky streaks, filli
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Chapter 762:
With his extensive knowledge of the extraordinary, Memphis quickly came to a conclusion about Big Black Dog:"Evolution?"The dog was currently at Level 29. It had consumed vast quantities of magical crystals, potions, zombie flesh, and countless extraordinary treasures. If it didn’t evolve after all that, it would truly be a disgrace to its lineage.Big Black Dog’s evolution delighted Memphis. If this dumb dog broke through to Level 30, Hope Town would finally have a true powerhouse. Be it mutated snakes or frogs, one strike would flatten them.Moreover, the fact that the dog chose to evolve here, without any concern for external dangers, indicated its absolute trust in the safety of this area.Both Shaina and Big Black Dog had, in their own ways, demonstrated their trust in Hope Town’s security on the same day. It was a good omen.Jarred, standing anxiously nearby, couldn’t help but ask nervously after seeing his boss bark and receive no response from the pet:"Boss, what’s wrong wi
Chapter 761:
In Hope Town, those who were soft and delicate often chose lighter roles. Few made it to the ranks of official soldiers by Day 25 of the apocalypse, as the path was grueling, taxing both physically and mentally, often at the expense of one’s appearance.Pressed under the immense aura radiating from Memphis, Paula bit her lip and decisively raised her hand. In her palm spun five rapidly rotating fire blades, a sign of her determination to try rather than retreat.Seeing her resolve, the onlookers grew attentive, their anticipation palpable.The five second-tier Fire Blades in Paula’s hand began spinning faster, showing signs of merging into a single, cohesive fiery wheel.However, courage couldn’t quell her nerves. The Fire Wheel was uneven, fluctuating between cohesion and separation, on the verge of exploding prematurely.Osiris grew agitated, nearly shouting in frustration. Memphis, on the other hand, merely furrowed his brows slightly and instructed calmly:"Release it."Whoosh.Pa
Chapter 760:
At this moment, he swung his hand forward, sending the half-meter Fire Wheel hurtling toward the wooden dummy stationed at the enemy's position. Upon impact, it exploded with a deafening roar, unleashing eight massive arcs of fire that engulfed a 40-meter radius in a fiery inferno.The continuous burning effect became evident. Even in the barren clearing, where nothing substantial remained, flames roared with increasing intensity. Each second saw the fire spreading wider, melting sand and gravel into molten sludge. The fiery devastation painted the sky crimson with its overwhelming heat.The surrounding team members watched the scene in stunned silence, their bodies trembling. If such an attack were directed at them, there would be no escape—they’d be reduced to charred remains in seconds.Osiris pointed at the massive blaze in the distance and said:"This is nearly the maximum power of the third-tier Fire Blade that I can unleash. Both the inward compression and outward release forms
Chapter 759:
Once connected, he followed Osiris's steps, using his willpower to continuously enhance his control over the skill.After ten seconds, the Fire Blade indeed shrank in size, turned blue, increased in pressure, and spun twice as fast as before.Seeing this, the team member grinned widely and laughed: “It works! Haha, it works! I did it!"However, as he laughed, the fiery blade began to wobble uncontrollably. Within moments, it lost its compressed state with a faint puff and reverted to normal—even showing signs of extinguishing.Osiris, witnessing this, roared angrily: “Focus! Stay focused! Damn it, do you want to kill someone? If you release a half-baked compressed strike, it's more dangerous than a basic attack. It might even explode on the spot! You're training, not fooling around—what the hell are you laughing about?"His frustration was justified. Osiris had endured countless explosions while perfecting Fire Wheel, and the mere thought of it triggered his lingering trauma.Luckily,
Chapter 758:
Osiris wanted those wielding Fire Blade to master the skill to the point where the first dummy could burn entirely without the second dummy being affected by the "continuous burning" effect.Why? So that melee fighters working alongside ranged attackers wouldn’t be hindered by friendly fire, wouldn’t fear being accidentally struck, and wouldn’t be obstructed by or trapped behind flaming zombies.The official member who had just been scolded by Osiris failed this test. His Fire Blade strike produced six flaming blades. Five ignited the first dummy, while one mistakenly hit the second dummy, reducing both to ashes.If the second dummy had been a melee teammate fighting on the front lines, it would have been a case of accidental manslaughter.At this point, Osiris stepped into the training area. The logistics crew, understanding his intentions, quickly replaced the burnt dummies with two fresh ones, setting them up within the target circle.The new dummies were placed just 15 cm apart. N
Chapter 757:
Setting aside the reconnaissance report, Memphis turned to two documents on his desk. One was a criminal wanted notice from Harbor Line District, with Gemma’s name prominently listed, and the other was a communique regarding facilitating contact for the relatives of surviving residents.After a careful 10-minute review, Memphis assigned two tasks to Amanda for execution.The final item on his evening agenda was reviewing the combat footage of Jarred versus the mutated snake.Picking up the video recorder, Memphis yawned as he played back the scene of a two-legged human and a legless reptile locked in an intense chase."This snake looks pretty strong…”"Is this a water snake?”“Spitting venom like that... nasty.”“Damn, it’s fast as hell…”“If it were chasing me, I’d be screwed immediately…”“What? That Void Strike, a fourth-tier skill, is insane…”“I wonder how snake meat tastes…”“Grilled, it tastes grilled. Boiled, it tastes boiled…”“I’ve heard snake-infused liquor is excellent…”“
Chapter 756:
The consequences were too severe for anyone to risk. Even the most greedy wouldn’t dare.And for those thinking they could abscond with the skill? Escape where? Lakeside? That was laughable. How far could they run? For how long?Memphis activated the gray-white skill, carefully focusing on it. In an instant, a mechanical system voice echoed in his ears:"Ding! Fourth-tier active skill: 'Tiger Lost in the Plains.' Skill attribute: Creates a suppression zone with a 10-meter radius around the user. Enemies entering this zone cannot deal critical damage to the user and take an additional 10-30% random damage from the user's attacks. Skill consumption: 10 stamina, 5 intellect. Skill duration: 10 seconds. Skill cooldown: 60 seconds. Can be enhanced and advanced."As the mechanical voice faded, Memphis couldn't help but feel an odd expression crossing his face."Seriously, how can a skill name sound this 'dramatic'?""'Tiger Lost in the Plains'—clearly derived from the idiom 'A tiger humbled
Chapter 755:
In the world of the underworld, one’s fate isn’t entirely their own.In the world of skills, abilities aren’t entirely one’s own.In the world of zombies, existence isn’t entirely their own.These days, even being a zombie isn’t easy.Zombies must endure various constraints, unable to "live" as they please.Even if they remain still, they instinctively feel hunger and are driven to seek humans to devour. Once they find humans, they risk being destroyed. Even if they don’t actively hunt, humans will seek them out to kill, drawn by the experience and resources they carry. Their very existence is intrinsically tied to the underworld.If there’s no food, they can starve, hiding lazily in backyards without provoking anyone. They could choose to avoid the world, gaze at the sky and ground, and resolve to be kind and virtuous zombies. But even then, they aren’t free. Zombies that sit quietly like tame dogs will still be dragged off by Manipulation Types to act as errand runners, unaware of w
Chapter 754:
The zombie-attracting waves emitted by the Manipulation Type, Manipulate M3 Dragon Light, were expanding. Its ability to replenish its forces suggested its war machine’s sustainability, with no risk of depleting resources.The report ended there, leaving Memphis deep in thought, his brows tightly knitted.With its current arsenal, Hope Town was unlikely to withstand the 110,000-strong zombie horde.The Soul Suppression attacks from M3 had an exceptionally long range. Meanwhile, Hope Town’s long-range firepower consisted of only three 2a28 Grom cannons, which were far too sparse. The remaining weaponry lacked sufficient range, forcing them into mid- or close-range combat—a perilous endeavor.“
