Chapter 262: Strangers

The Navigator broke through the waves. At the same time, Zhao Pingfan started his experiment. The Rare-ranked creatures of each race had to cooperate with him, as he wanted to customize armor for the creatures of each race. This was not ordinary armor, but armor prepared for these big guys.

For example, a Mystic Turtle could carry two heavy cannons on its back. In a real battle, it would definitely be stronger than a tank.

For example, the Golden Eagle was given a Gatling Gun. That was the most agile fighter in the sky.

At the same time, the cheetahs and cows could also be equipped with armor and weapons. Once they were equipped with weapons, their combat power would increase greatly.

However, although ideas were nice, reality was cruel. Zhao Pingfan had recently encountered a bottleneck. Although this idea was not bad, there were a few problems that were difficult to solve. First of all, these Rare-ranked creatures did not have hands. One could equip them with weapons, but they did not know how to use them. Although they could control weapons remotely, these animals were too fast. One could accidentally hit one’s own people.

These weapons had to be controlled by the Rare-ranked creatures, and they had to aim by themselves. In the end, they had to be able to load and dismantle the weapons themselves.

However, to do that, they had to be able to control their weapons with their mind. They had to reach the Epic stage to do that. Still, an Epic-ranked creature’s body was huge, so they did not need weapons of this level.

Zhao Pingfan had been in a dilemma over this matter recently. The higher-ups had given him this mission, but he could not complete it himself. He was indeed feeling very uncomfortable.

That was why he often smoked on the deck, but he could still not think of anything.

One day, Zhao Pingfan was smoking on the deck again. Suddenly, he felt something behind him. He turned around and realized that a swaying stranger was walking toward him.

This person was carrying a huge bag. His hair had not been washed in a long time, and he was tall. At that moment, he took out a cigarette and started smoking. However, his cigarette was not as high-class as the cigarettes Zhao Pingfan smoked. It seemed like a joint.

Zhao Pingfan did not ask any questions. Instead, he observed this person carefully. He realized that this person was wearing a leather jacket and had a lot of things on him. There was a water bottle hanging from his waist, a pair of binoculars around his neck, and a pair of leather shoes on his feet. His attire did not match the other passengers on the ship.

This person did not look as worried as Zhao Pingfan. Just like Zhao Pingfan, he had come to the deck to lean against the railing of the ship while puffing smoke.

Zhao Pingfan smiled and started smoking with the stranger. The two of them did not speak, but they each smoked their own cigarettes until Zhao Pingfan finished his.

In the end, the stranger handed him a handmade joint. Zhao Pingfan was a little surprised, but the stranger said, “Try it. It’s pretty good. I got this from a bunch of monkeys.”

Zhao Pingfan was a little confused. Who was this person? He had been with a bunch of monkeys? Could their level of civilization have reached the point of human agriculture?

Zhao Pingfan lit the tobacco and started coughing after taking a puff. It was too spicy and it stimulated his lungs.

“Well…” Zhao Pingfan was tearing up. “Who are you? Why haven’t I seen you before?”

The stranger smiled and said, “Actually… I sneaked my way onto this ship.”

Zhao Pingfan, who was shocked, blurted out, “That’s impossible!”

Anyone who boarded this ship would undergo strict inspection. It was also impossible for anyone to sneak inside unless their strength was at the Epic stage or above.

When he thought of this, Zhao Pingfan’s expression changed. Was he really at the Epic stage? Was he human?

The stranger smiled and said, “When are we having dinner? I haven’t eaten in five days.”

Zhao Pingfan thought about it and said, “Come with me. I’ll take you to the canteen.”

Although Zhao Pingfan was confused, he did not ask any more questions. After entering the cabin, he secretly asked someone to investigate this person’s background.

He led the stranger to the canteen and saw Wei Huo, Ma Tengyun, and the three Legendary creatures of the demon race. Zhao Pingfan’s heart skipped a beat. The leader was here to inspect things.

After all, although it had been a few days, he had yet to achieve anything. The inability of Rare-ranked creatures to control their own weapons was a problem that could not be solved. Even if they were given a cannon, it would be useless if they could not control it.

Wei Huo’s golden eyes scanned the stranger. He then retracted his gaze and did not say anything.

The stranger smiled faintly and did not say anything either.

The others did not notice the short exchange between Wei Huo and the stranger. Ma Tengyun only asked Zhao Pingfan, “Pingfan, how’s the research on the biological armor going?”

Zhao Pingfan was a little helpless. He had indeed come to inspect his work. He had mentioned his problem and wanted to hear if there was any solution for Legendary creatures.

However, he had overestimated the Legendary stage. As the saying goes, there are specializations in every field. Although the Legendary stage was strong, one might not understand scientific knowledge at that stage.

Wei Huo had another identity. He was a Battle Scientist. That was his player occupation. He also had a Skill Tree. Besides, Wei Huo knew a lot about technology.

He did not say much. He only wrote a formula for Zhao Pingfan.

Zhao Pingfan’s eyes widened when he saw the formula. He then mumbled, “This formula is so beautiful!”

The formula that Wei Huo had written for him had been obtained from the Machine Empire on the sixth level of Kunlun Mountain. However, he had not obtained much. The golden armor had obtained the most. Unfortunately, he did not know where the golden armor had gone. He did not know where Xiao Qian had gone either. Perhaps something had happened while he had been in seclusion.

Zhao Pingfan was intoxicated by the formula. He looked as stunned as if he had seen a naked beauty.

The stranger behind him took his plate and went to get food. He was supposed to swipe his card to get food, but a few important people had suddenly appeared in the canteen. The staff member could not pay attention to him and could only call him over.

The stranger held the plate and said, “I missed this. I haven’t eaten such food in hundreds of years.”

As soon as this person spoke, Ma Tengyun and the other Legendary creatures looked over. Ma Tengyun frowned as if he had thought of something. However, he shook his head moments later.

The three Legendary demons looked at the stranger in shock. They had long felt that this person was extraordinary. When they had first entered this place, this person had looked calm. Other people might not be afraid when they saw a Legendary creature, but they always felt nervous. It was just like when a leader came to inspect. Normal people would be at a loss.

However, this person was different. He was too calm.

“Is this person from the human race?” the Legendary Golden Eagle asked Ma Tengyun.

Ma Tengyun frowned again. “He doesn’t have any characteristics of the demon race. He should be a human. However, I’ve never seen him before.”