454: Chapter 451 Upgrade!!!

[Consciousness Space]

Han Chengyu sat cross-legged in that void of white space, with three light screens floating before him, densely packed with data—Lu Jianchuan's combat records, Ye Ouyang's cell activity curves, and an analysis of the energy depletion of Shen Mingyuan's dual guns...

His fingers swiped back and forth in the air, zooming in and out as he muttered to himself.

"No time like the present." He stared at the first screen. "Lu Jianchuan's Third Form, a Vibration-type. I'll use Bone Chime's logic as a reference, but it needs to be modified—it can't rely on brute force like his. It needs to follow a high-frequency penetration route. Specifically for breaking through defenses."

With a swipe of his finger, another screen lit up.

"Ye Ouyang's Second Form, combat-oriented. This kid's basic form really can only provide support; his claws are sharp enough, but he lacks an environment to deal damage. I need to give him some burst potential, ideally the kind that can land high-frequency armor-piercing attacks in a short time..."

The third screen popped up automatically.

"Shen Mingyuan's dual guns need an upgrade too. The current output is too weak; hitting the enemy is like giving them a scratch, let alone when he misses. If enemy stats inflate in the future, his damage will be nothing more than scratch damage. I need to buff him in advance—damage frequency, penetration, energy efficiency, all of it needs to be optimized."

He leaned back against the chair, resting his hands behind his head.

"As long as I become a numerical monster, they can become wheelchair characters. When that time comes, they can just steamroll through everything."

[System has detected that the host's speech involves non-professional terminology. 'Wheelchair character' usually refers to units that are easy to operate but highly powerful. Are you planning to create 'wheelchair characters' like in a game?]

Han Chengyu waved his hand.

"Same difference. Basically, I want them to be so strong they can win without even using their brains."

He continued to stare at the screens, his fingers swiping again. As he swiped, he suddenly stopped.

"Right, System, I just thought of something."

[What is it?]

The corners of Han Chengyu's mouth curled up.

"When a person is born, they are at C0. Every twelve years, they hit their Zodiac Year and gain a constellation. By the time they're seventy-two, they're at C6, and that's when they become wheelchair characters."

The System fell silent for two seconds.

[...If you wish to tell a 'cold joke,' you should tell it to someone else. I do not understand this, nor can I laugh.]

"Alright, alright, you really are no fun."

He shook his head and turned his attention back to business.

"Let me think... Bone Chime's vibration ability is essentially high-frequency vibration, capable of tearing apart any matter it touches." He stared at Lu Jianchuan's combat data on the first screen. "But vibration alone isn't enough; it needs something else."

With a swipe, another screen popped up, showing data on the first villain of this book—that Predatory Monster from the warehouse.

"Yes, yes, yes, this guy." Han Chengyu leaned in for a closer look. "Its claws have an inherent high-temperature attribute, capable of melting through metal during combat."

He grew excited, his fingers tapping rapidly in the air.

"Combine vibration and high temperature—high-frequency vibration generates heat, and that heat, in turn, enhances the vibration effect. Good, that's the design. Lu Jianchuan's Third Form will be called 'Blazing Vibration'."

He looked at Ye Ouyang's screen again.

"Ye Ouyang's Second Form... I'll give him vibration and high temperature too. The kid's claws are sharp enough, but he lacks a way to break through defenses. With high-frequency vibration, even the toughest armor will crack."

He became more and more enthusiastic as he spoke.

"It's the Era of Great Vibration now. I'll give Ye Ouyang vibration and high temperature, and I'll give Lu Jianchuan high-frequency vibration too. Both of them will be able to break defenses. As for Shen Mingyuan..."

He clicked on the third screen.

"I'll add a charge mode to his pistol form. Or maybe change it to a continuous laser? The longer it charges, the more powerful it gets, firing a sustained high-temperature beam. That way, even if he doesn't hit a vital spot, just grazing them will deal continuous damage."

He sketched and wrote on the screens as he spoke, while the System silently recorded the design parameters.

While he was busy, a private message notification suddenly popped up in the corner of the screen.

It was from Lu Jianchuan.

Han Chengyu clicked it open.

Lu Jianchuan: I have something to ask you. That Daoist just said my ancestors were the Thunder God, which is why I have the power of lightning. What's going on? Did the armor give me the ability, or was it already within me?

Han Chengyu stared at the message, momentarily stunned.

"Huh?"

Han Chengyu stared at the private message and scratched his head.

I really didn't know about this.

He thought for a moment and began typing a reply.

.**: I really don't know about that. I don't know anything about your ancestors.

.**: The process of me making this armor was like this—you put on that watch, I obtained your Physique report, and then I designed it based on your Physique data.

.**: In other words, I didn't know anything about any Thunder God legends regarding your ancestors beforehand. It was purely because your Physique was suitable for using electric-type abilities that I designed it this way. Otherwise, I wouldn't have given you lightning powers.

Lu Jianchuan replied quickly.

Lu Jianchuan: I see. Then what about the others? Were they also designed based on their Physique?

.**: Yes, all of them. The design logic for everyone's Transformation Device is the same—first obtain Physique data, then design the ability direction specifically for them.

Lu Jianchuan: Understood. So, if that's the case, is it really possible that my ancestor was a Thunder God? Some ancient Thunder God?

Han Chengyu thought about it.

.**: It's possible. Why don't you ask your family? For example, give them a call or look through your family tree.

Lu Jianchuan sent a nodding emoji.

Lu Jianchuan: Understood.

The private message ended.

Han Chengyu put down his phone and looked at the three screens, which were now covered in design drafts.

"Alright, the upgrade prototypes for the three sets of armor are out." He stretched, his tone carrying a hint of self-satisfaction. "I'm getting faster and faster. I'm becoming more proficient in designing these armors; I don't have to spend days pondering over a single set like I did at the beginning."

As Han Chengyu was swiping through the design blueprints on the screen, he suddenly stopped.

"System."

[What is it, host?]

Han Chengyu leaned back, staring at the dense data before him, and spoke slowly.

"I've been thinking about something. Our scientific research here seems to be hindered by a lot of messy things." He paused. "I want to set up a dedicated organization—or rather, a factory. Specifically to prepare for my research."

The System was silent for a second.

[That is an excellent idea, host. With your current technological accumulation, you are fully capable of manufacturing more tools and support equipment. Furthermore, after defeating so many enemies, my permissions have been fully unlocked. We are entirely capable of doing this.]

Han Chengyu scratched his head.

"But how exactly do we go about it?"

[There are many ways. Perhaps we could create an Automated Factory. However, this will certainly require someone to perform the initial steps.]

"True." Han Chengyu frowned. "Let me think about it... System, do you have any good suggestions?"

[host, this is what I am thinking.] The System's voice was steady. [We can start by setting up a basic factory and find some people for the initial construction. Once the first unmanned robot is produced, we can use it to expand the factory into a fully automated one. Subsequent production can be led by me; my computing power is more than sufficient.]

Han Chengyu's eyes lit up.

"That could work. Let's set up a factory like that." He suddenly thought of something. "But won't we be investigated?"

[It is possible. Especially if there is no one to manage it. This will require greasing the right palms.]

Han Chengyu sighed.

"So many... there are so many things to consider." He rubbed his temples. "By the way, if we build this factory, what can we produce?"

[We can produce many things.] The System's tone actually carried a hint of anticipation. [For example, additional support robots, special equipment for the Aptitude Holders, research on various scientific projects, the creation of antidotes or medicines... these can greatly stabilize civilization's panic levels when facing abnormal events.]

Han Chengyu nodded, his fingers tapping gently on the armrest.

"Then where should we set it up? Regulations are too strict domestically; that definitely won't work."

He thought for a moment.

"Let's do it abroad. Let me see if I can find a spot..."

He looked up.

"System, please help me search. Look for a large factory for sale, preferably one in a remote, sparsely populated location that people rarely visit. That will make the renovations more convenient."

[Very well. It is settled then.]

A few seconds later.

[Done. I have found a factory that meets the requirements.]