I Can Gain One Skill Point Per Second Chapter 663: Getting into Petty Theft?

As the morning mist unfurled across the Imperial Capital, wind chimes on a balcony chimed with notable loudness, mirroring the dawn prayer bells emanating from the Blessing Temple.

Leaning against the wall, Xu Qingfang observed the distant, sparkling lights of the Imperial Capital, her heart swimming with a profound and unnameable bitterness.

Even after anticipating her son's rise to prominence, she found herself unable to savor the simple joy of grandchildren playing around her.

Previously, with Xiyue by his side, Xu Qingfang hadn't given much thought to her son venturing out for training.

But now, with Xiyue also taken away, how could a mother not be consumed by worry?

She even harbored a wish that her child were merely an ordinary professional, spared the heavy burden of contemplating the future of Blue Star.

"I knew you were thinking about our son early this morning because you couldn't sleep. Looking at you, are you worried about him? He's the strongest in Xia and Blue Star's pride. Truly, our son's decision not to return for a farewell was the right one."

Lin Guodong's gaze was alight with pride, though it remained uncertain if unspoken sorrow lay concealed beneath that very pride.

"Ah, how wonderfully comfortable~"

"It feels like traversing dimensions."

Gentle sunlight sliced through the dissipating clouds, casting its rays upon the buildings and weaving through the gaps in the blue stone roads lining the streets.

Banners along the thoroughfare fluttered in the late spring breeze, while the sound of spatulas clattering mingled with the narrative tones drifting from a nearby tea house.

On both sides of the bustling street, a variety of vendors passionately advertised their wares.

"Freshly brewed Tusu Wine—"

"Shu brocade shawls, a 20% discount!"

"Esteemed sir, cast your eyes upon this muntjac I hunted this very morning. You might discover a spirit pearl within."

Taking in the antique ambiance and inhaling the pervasive scent of daily life, Lin Yi couldn't help but release a sigh of contentment.

He had anticipated landing on a monster-infested planet after leaping through dimensions, yet unexpectedly, he found himself in an era relegated to Blue Star's history books.

As luck would have it, the inhabitants here spoke the Xia language.

Upon arrival, Lin Yi promptly employed the Seventy-Two Transformations skill to equip his companions with attire befitting this era. Otherwise, unforeseen complications could arise if they were identified before achieving their objectives.

"You'd better acknowledge that the strength in this upper dimension is indeed something else."

Xiyue couldn't refrain from sighing.

Possessing the might of a high-level War God, she could readily sense the power levels of the surrounding humans.

To say nothing of the guards managing the carts or those keeping watch on the streets, even the common vendors exhibited a level of strength equivalent to human fifth-tier professionals.

Should these two dimensions ever collide, the populace of this realm would likely clamor feverishly for Blue Star's miraculous Spirit Crystals.

In her human guise, the young Ao Shu presented an endearing and captivating figure, draped in a flowing celestial skirt with gracefully wide sleeves.

As for Xiyue, her bearing was one of dignified elegance, clad in a silken gown, with every subtle expression exuding an aura of nobility and poise.

The three of them standing together projected the image of a harmonious family.

Lin Yi and Xiyue proceeded with utmost caution.

On unfamiliar ground, their aim was to enhance their strength discreetly while gathering intelligence about this planet before any initial clashes commenced.

It was only the young Ao Shu, brimming with playful curiosity, whose attention remained fixated on the various street delicacies and intriguing trinkets.

In response, Lin Yi offered a gentle, indulgent smile. As long as she didn’t instigate trouble, her playful demeanor was hardly a concern.

The continuous application of the Seventy-Two Transformations skill posed no burden to Lin Yi.

Nevertheless, observing himself clad in modern attire amidst a populace dressed in traditional garb felt distinctly peculiar.

With this realization, Lin Yi resolved to guide Xiyue and the others to a tailor shop to procure some suitable clothing.

A solitary obstacle presented itself: this location was not Xia. Regardless of the amount of Xia currency Lin Yi possessed, its utility here was questionable.

"What if we just took some?"

"With our abilities, we should be able to acquire some without anyone noticing."

Upon hearing this suggestion, Lin Yi's countenance was etched with faint, dark lines.

Had this young lady adopted a more cunning disposition after spending time with the group, even proposing outright theft?

Lin Yi, naturally, rejected the notion of pilfering.

He remained uncertain about the perceptual capabilities of individuals in this elevated dimension.

Acting without implicit consent might draw the attention of the authorities responsible for maintaining order, a prospect fraught with unpredictability.

"Hey, see that vendor selling beef pies? His money is in that box over there."

Lin Yi gestured towards the cash box situated behind the burly man vending beef pies.

As his words concluded, Lin Yi activated the Space Attribute skill, 'Light and Shadow Intertwine.'

In a mere instant, a collection of multicolored coins, bearing designs reminiscent of ancient currency, materialized in Lin Yi’s grasp.

"Isn't this merely a form of theft? What's the actual distinction?"

Upon observing the coins crafted from gold, silver, and copper in various denominations, Xiyue found herself at a loss for words.

Little Ao Shu and Xiyue had harbored expectations that Lin Yi possessed a clever strategy, but to their surprise, it amounted to this...

Before this contemplation could fully materialize, in the subsequent moment, an immense quantity of large-denomination gold coins materialized from empty space before Lin Yi.

The two women, astonished, witnessed all the coins that had been taken from the beef pie vendor being returned to their original state.

"I suppose there remains a distinction; at most, it's akin to borrowing them temporarily."

Within the Three Realms and Six Paths, particularly in the middle and lower dimensions, the Power of the Primordial holds dominion over all things.

The significance of simple coins dwindles.

By employing the Eye of All-Seeing to meticulously capture every detail present on the coins, Lin Yi gained the ability to replicate them.

"Let's proceed; it's time for some shopping!"

Due to the fact that the large-denomination coins Lin Yi conjured using the Power of the Primordial were exclusively gold-based, the trio received exceptionally attentive service at every establishment they visited.

After acquiring elegant attire and indulging in a lavish banquet, Lin Yi elaborated on their designated mission for this particular planet.

To collect Star Core Fragments.

Indeed, ever since the successful fabrication of the dimensional credential, the essential components required for its sustained operation were merely fragments.

Once the Dimensional Credential was forged, it transitioned into an item capable of being stored within one's backpack.

By accessing the item panel, Lin Yi could ascertain with absolute clarity all the functionalities inherent to the Dimensional Credential.

Dimensional Credential

Type: Specialized equipment item

Modification and enhancement are not permissible.

Effect: Possession of this item grants the ability to bypass dimensional barriers, traverse to higher-tier dimensional planets, and freely initiate dimensional travel.

Usage Prerequisite: The convergence of three distinct Star Core Fragments is necessary to unlock the subsequent tier of dimensional passage. Presently, all dimensional planets within the Color Realm Hell Dao have been successfully unlocked.

As one ascends through dimensions, the planet's inherent will experiences continuous augmentation, consequently accelerating the pace of cultivation and strength enhancement within that specific planetary domain.

The reason Lin Yi and the others did not exhibit astonishment regarding the cultivation environment of this planet upon their initial arrival stems from the fact that, in terms of planetary will, Blue Star's potency is already sufficient to be classified at the level of the Color Realm Hungry Ghost Dao.

For Blue Star, possessing a planetary will of this caliber is indeed commendable, yet for Lin Yi, it falls considerably short of adequacy.