From Abyssal Invasion to Bursting Stars with a Single Sword-Chapter 96 - 90 Weapon Special Effect: Melt Armor

After discussing the new Quenching Master competitors, Lu Heng took out his phone and showed a video to the two of them.

Su Muyu watched the video and smiled, "I saw this news, and I also looked up related reports. Many large marine creature corpses have appeared in the offshore areas of the East Sea, carried by the ocean currents."

Lin Zeyu, looking at the blue whale's corpse in the video, blurted out, "This couldn't be the work of Abyss Creatures, could it?"

In fact, most people's first reaction would be to associate it with an Abyss invasion.

This didn't even require analysis, as people would naturally think in that direction.

Lu Heng continued, "To hunt such large creatures, I think it must be a very large Abyss Creature."

Lin Zeyu nodded in agreement, "That makes sense, definitely makes sense."

Su Muyu pulled up a post on her phone and said, "I also saw a professional's assessment of the matter, and I think this person's view makes a lot of sense.

"They said that some of these large marine creatures were dead but not eaten, while others had their innards eaten.

"Some were eaten after being dead for a while.

"This person speculated that the thing that killed these marine creatures is a corpse-eating creature, killing them to create rotten flesh."

Lin Zeyu raised his eyebrows and said, "Wait, corpse-eating creatures don't just eat rotten flesh, right? They can also eat fresh meat. If they can kill it, why not eat it right away?"

Lu Heng laughed and replied, "Maybe this thing only likes to eat rotten flesh, or perhaps only rotten corpses."

The person's analysis online had a problem, but the conclusion was correct.

Indeed, the Corpse Bone Bird really only eats rotten corpses, which is why so many large marine creatures died offshore.

"Well, if it is an Abyss Creature, the emergence of some freaky thing wouldn't be surprising," commented Lin Zeyu, who, having seen the monster grown from the transplanted Evil God's Finger, thought that the appearance of any terrifying Abyss Creatures would not be odd.

Lu Heng continued, "Considering the rate at which this news is spreading, I think it won't be long before the authorities issue a bounty."

Lin Zeyu's eyebrows shot up, "You mean, are we going to take on this bounty?"

Lu Heng did not spell it out but nodded in response, "Possibly, so there are a few things we need you to prepare. First, we need a boat, as large as possible."

"That's simple, I have a yacht that can stay out at sea for seven days without docking. If that's not big enough, I can arrange for an even larger transport ship," Lin Zeyu felt that this request was very simple.

"Drifting on the sea for seven days should be good enough," Lu Heng nodded, indicating the yacht would suffice.

Actually, seven days would not be enough to resolve the matter.

However, you could dock for supplies during this time; it's not like you can't dock after setting sail, so the yacht would be suitable.

"Secondly, we need to raise our Combat Power as much as possible and, if we can, hire a few powerful helpers," Lu Heng went on to the second item.

"There's no problem hiring help; I can manage that."

The Lin Family already had a tradition of cultivating teams of Superpower Users, so getting a few of them to help out was just a matter of saying the word.

Lu Heng then took out a list and said, "Third, purchase the items on this list, especially the Bone Corrosion Spirit Material. This material is very important, but I need to discuss it with you."

"There's no need for discussion. If it's on the market, I can definitely get it," Lin Zeyu replied without hesitation.

"We still need to talk about it, because it's being considered for you," Lu Heng added.

"For me?" Lin Zeyu was taken aback.

"Do you remember what I discussed with you last time? I suggested that you get a B-Level sniper rifle. If you want to develop in this direction, adding the Bone Erosion special effect to the sniper rifle is a T1-Level weapon enhancement route. Of course, this is up to you; if you have other ideas, you can follow your plans," Lu Heng explained.

After hearing this, Lin Zeyu said, "I see, I'll follow your advice, if you say it's good, then it must be something worthwhile."

After spending some time together, Lin Zeyu had grown accustomed to following Lu Heng's commands.

Sometimes, he reflected on how he ended up feeling like a subordinate to Lu Heng.

He was always the boss before, and any Superpower User he met would smile and greet him respectfully as Young Master Lin.

Now, things had changed, and he obeyed Lu Heng's every word.

Additionally, the choices that Lu Heng made were always right.

He quite enjoyed this state, where he didn't need to think and just had to do as Lu Heng said to reap the greatest benefits.

It was like getting stronger without any effort.

"Then the money for buying this Bone Corrosion Spirit Material..." Lin Zeyu asked about the financial aspect.

"You're paying for your own enhancement; do you even have to ask?" Lu Heng replied as if it were obvious.

"Of course, and for the cost of the infusion?" Lin Zeyu chuckled.

"Fine, I'll do the infusion for you at no extra charge. But you know that infusions have a failure rate," Lu Heng felt it was important to clarify this; if the infusion failed, it would be awkward the next time they met.

"Understood," Lin Zeyu chuckled knowingly.

Actually.

Lu Heng suggested the Bone Corrosion effect for Lin Zeyu because it was particularly effective against Corpse Bone Birds.

No mistake.

With the Bone Corrosion effect, combating Corpse Bone Birds would save a lot of effort.

Of course, even without the Corpse Bone Bird issue, adding Bone Corrosion to a firearm was a T1-Level special effect.

Simply put.

This was about using Lin Zeyu's money to enhance his weapon, then using it for their own purposes, a win-win situation.

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Lu Heng then pointed to the third type of material they needed, "And these Melt Armor Spiritual Injection Materials, these are for Mu Yu, and I'll pay for this material myself."

Su Muyu was taken aback and asked, "Is there something for me?"

"Yes, your crossbow needs enhancement," Lu Heng answered with a nod.

"The Melt Armor special effect is also very effective against the Corpse Bone Birds."

"Moreover, this effect, when used in conjunction with Flame Elemental Arrows, is a perfect match."

After their conversation, Lin Zeyu went back to prepare things.

Two days later, Lin Zeyu had finally gathered all the materials, and the three of them met again at Quenching Castle.

Lin Zeyu said with a smile, "I swept up all the Spiritual Injection Materials on the Crystal Core Dark Network, not even sparing the rubbish ones.

"Now that guy named He Shangyong, a Quenching Master, has no clue about Spirit Injection, so Chunshang Group only knows how to promote Quenching.

"It's led to Quenching materials skyrocketing in price, while the price of Spiritual Injection Materials hasn't increased much—I've snatched them all up.

"I have a feeling I'm going to make a fortune off this, so I'll cover Mu Yu's Melt Armor Spirit Material."

He brought everything, two lots of Spiritual Injection Materials and Quenching materials.

Seeing his proud demeanor, Lu Heng said, "Why don't you cover the Quenching materials too?"

"Eh?"

Lin Zeyu's eyes widened as he protested, "Hey, it can't all be on me."

"Just joking."

The Lin family indeed had substantial financial resources, but things must be kept separate.

Even brothers should clear their accounts; if Lin Zeyu had to pay for everything, their friendship wouldn't last long.

Lu Heng took out 15 Demon Crystal Cores and pushed them towards him, "This is for the cost of the Quenching Essence. Take it."

Lin Zeyu quickly counted and said, "I've collected 5 portions of Quenching Essence for you, so 10 Crystal Cores are enough."

Lu Heng reminded him, "The price ratio between Demon Crystal Cores and Quenching Essence isn't 2 to 1 now, right?"

"Now it's 3 to 1. The Chunshang Group's hyping of that rubbish Quenching Master has caused the price of Quenching Essence to soar, and it's hard to get now."

Lin Zeyu complained and then added, "When you asked me to collect Quenching Essence, the price hadn't gone up yet, so it was still 2 to 1. But next time, it'll be 3 to 1."

"That works. Grab your weapons and materials, and let's do some Quenching."

Lu Heng led them to the forge, activated the Quenching Furnace, and began the Quenching process.

"Where's your rifle? Hand it over," Lu Heng asked, reaching out behind him.

"Wait… Wait a second, let Mu Yu go first. Mine can wait."

Lin Zeyu, always plagued by the God of Misfortune's presence, wanted Su Muyu to go through Quenching first.

With an arched eyebrow, Su Muyu teased, "What's that supposed to mean? Using me as a test first?"

"Uh..."

Lin Zeyu was suddenly at a loss for words.

"You actually believe in such things? Haven't you ever studied probability?"

Su Muyu didn't really mind undergoing Quenching first and handed over her crossbow to Lu Heng.

"My sufferings, you just wouldn't understand."

Lin Zeyu felt truly sorrowful and had no one to share his discomfort with.

Lu Heng didn't care who he Quenched for first; he took the crossbow and, once the Quenching Furnace was heated up, began melting the Quenching Essence in the flames.

Heating, pouring, quenching, cooling—a series of steps followed.

Quenching successful, Quenching Master professional experience +10.

[Mia's Crossbow] Quenching level rose to Level 1, and Attack Power increased by 10.

Lin Zeyu peeked over to see the successful Quenching and envy was clear on his face.

Lu Heng continued to fire up the furnace for the second Quenching.

Successful again, [Mia's Crossbow] Quenching level rose to Level 2.

The third Quenching followed swiftly.

Another success, Quenching Level 3.

Lu Heng's hands were feeling great, so he proceeded directly to the Spirit Injection process.

He introduced the Melt Armor Spirit Material and applied the Sublimation Spirit Infiltration Method.

Spirit Injection successful, Quenching Master professional experience +50.

Three Quenchings and one Spirit Injection, all successful.

Afterwards, Lu Heng took out the crossbow to examine its attributes.

[Mia's Crossbow+3]

[Item Level: C]

[Specifications: Length 72 cm, bow arms width 58 cm, weight 2.2 kg]

[Attribute: Attack Power 90]

[Special Effect: Melt Armor]

[Melt Armor: 50% chance on attack to cause armor penetration against hard armor. Chance increased to 100% when using Flame Attribute attacks.]

[Evaluation: A crossbow forged from refined iron, etched with the name Mia.]

Just as he remembered, the Melt Armor effect, when combined with Flame Attribute attacks, could double the chances, making it incredibly potent.

Su Muyu possessed the 'Elemental Arrow·Fire' skill, perfectly complementing this special effect.

She took the crossbow, glanced at the attributes, and her eyes widened, "This effect is so strong."

"Let me see."

Lin Zeyu took it for a look and then his face was filled with pure envy.

"Your turn now." Lu Heng patted his shoulder.

Lin Zeyu's expression turned serious, "You've had four consecutive successes. Maybe I should Quench another day; I have a bad feeling about this."