Game Universe: Awakening and Enhancing Everything at the Start

Chapter 52 The Real Energy Module

The wrench enthusiastically introduced each energy module, each with an impressive-sounding name. However, a closer look at their attributes revealed that they were all rare-quality items.

But as he looked at them, Huang Hong's expression turned serious. He asked, "These energy modules are only of rare quality, so why are their energy storage and recovery efficiency so high?"

In terms of energy storage and recovery alone, even the worst of these energy modules is comparable to a rare-quality [Elemental Core (Earth)], not to mention that some of them also have additional attributes.

The wrench paused, seemingly stumped by Huang Hong's question. He scratched his head and said, "Sir, your question really stumps me. Rare quality energy modules should be this level, so what's wrong with them? Why?"

Huang Hong thought for a moment, then removed the [Elemental Core (Earth)] from his steel armor and asked, "Take a look at this energy module of mine, is there anything wrong with it?"

The wrench's electronic pupils darted around, seemingly bewildered. It stretched its head forward, circled Huang Hong's arm once, and then hesitantly asked, "You call this energy core an energy module?"

Huang Hong blinked and asked, "Isn't...it true?"

"Hahahaha!" Wrench seemed to have heard an extremely funny joke, and his whole body fell down, slapping the ground with his arms in a very amused manner.

Wrench laughed for a while before stopping, panting... well, it's a bit strange to say a robot is panting, but that's exactly what he was doing... as he said, "Sorry, sir, I wasn't making fun of you, I just happened to think of something funny, um, that's it."

Seeing Huang Hong's speechless expression, Wrench calmed himself down and explained, "Sir, what you're holding is just an energy core. Although its quality looks decent, it's far from being an energy module. After all, it lacks an energy constraint ring, so it can't store large amounts of energy; it lacks an energy circulation system, so it can't quickly absorb energy; and it lacks an energy output activation and regulation device. Even if you install it on a mechanical creation, it will only operate at maximum power in all directions each time it's turned on, and most of the energy will be wasted..."

"In short, if it is used as an energy module, it can be barely used, but the efficiency it can exert is less than one-tenth of its value."

Although the wrench spoke very professionally, Huang Hong understood what he meant to some extent, so he asked, "Then, can you help me turn it into an energy module?"

The wrench smiled confidently and said, "Of course, this is my job. You just need to pay me 10000 credits... Oh, I almost forgot, esteemed guest, you enjoy a 5% discount. You only need to pay me 9500 credits for materials and processing fees to get a high-quality energy module."

Huang Hong said, "I just arrived at Labob Fortress and don't have any credits yet. How can I earn credits?"

Wrench laughed and said, "It's simple. The mission center has a lot of missions about the Metal Plains right now. Go there, and you can get what you want."

Huang Hong nodded slightly, turned and walked out, the warm voice of "Wan Shou, welcome back next time" echoing behind him.

More than ten minutes later, Huang Hong arrived at the mission hall, a metal building that was one of the largest in the fortress.

Upon entering, one sees virtual screens covering the surrounding walls, displaying a large amount of mission information, most of which, as Wrench had said, are related to the Beast Plains.

From helping to dig for or find special metals to hunting giant beasts and even participating in wars near metal mountains, it can be said that there is everything.

What made Huang Hong frown was that the value of the credit points was much higher than he had expected. Hunting giant beasts was one of the higher-rewarding tasks, but even hunting monsters of the lizard giant beast level would only yield 300 to 500 credit points. Keep in mind that giant beasts of this level are not commonly seen in the Giant Beast Plains.

There is also a top-tier reward mission: joining the battle for the Metal Mountain.

However, considering the danger of that battlefield, Huang Hong immediately ruled it out.

After thinking for a long time, Huang Hong suddenly had a flash of inspiration and vaguely grasped a possibility.

After pondering for a moment, Huang Hong waved his hand and summoned the service robot in the mission hall, saying, "If I can provide information about the metal behemoth, can I exchange it for credits?"

The service robot's electronic eyes flickered slightly as it said, "We will assess the value of the intelligence and assign appropriate credit points."

Huang Hong nodded and said, "I know a path leading to the interior of the giant metal mountain. I wonder how valuable this information is?"

After a brief silence, the service robot said, "The information is too vague to assess its value. Please submit more relevant information."

Huang Hong thought for a moment and, without much hesitation, told the service robot the size and length of the tunnel he had dug. He also explained that the giant beast knew about the tunnel.

This time, the service robot remained silent for a longer period, then its electronic eyes flashed sharply, and then it seemed to change its posture.

From Huang Hong's perspective, the service robots have become more agile and dynamic, instead of being rigid.

The service robot said, "Mr. Wanderer, the information you provided is of limited value. But before that, would you like to make another deal?"

Huang Hong said noncommittally, "Tell me about it."

The service robot said, "Based on what you've said, can I assume you have a way to quietly excavate that massive metal mountain?"

Huang Hong remained silent, lost in thought.

The service robot continued, "Mr. Wanderer, I would like to obtain your method for excavating the metal mountain."

Huang Hong shook his head decisively and said, "This is my secret and cannot be sold."

The service robot pleaded, "Mr. Wanderer, I can grant you Level B access to the fortress network, plus 500000 credits, and I hope you will..."

Huang Hong shook his head again and said, "No need to consider it. I've already said it can't be sold."

The service robot paused for a moment, then said, "Alright, Mr. Wanderer, may I hire you to help me dig a wider passage?"

Huang Hong continued to shake his head: "I'm sorry, I'm in a hurry and have no intention of getting involved in your war."

To be honest, if Huang Hong had enough strength, he would have wanted to take that metal mountain for himself. However, his strength was limited, so he naturally wouldn't waste that time or take that risk.

The service robot seemed to sigh and said, "I understand, Mr. Wanderer. According to the assessment, your intelligence is worth 13000 credits. In addition, I can also grant you D-level fortress network access."

Huang Hong didn't know what a D-level fortress network access was, but 13000 credits were enough to solve his immediate problem.

Huang Hong agreed without hesitation. In any case, that passage was just a waste of resources for him, and he wouldn't lose out no matter what.