Ice Age Apocalypse: I Hoard Billions of Supplies Chapter 1243: Upgrade of Spatial Abilities

Upon hearing Zhang Yi's instructions, Gao Tianwu responded without delay:

"I get everything you've said. Thanks so much, Boss Zhang, for this chance. I'll put in maximum effort and make sure I don't disappoint you!"

Zhang Yi replied in a steady tone, "You're excellent in nearly every aspect, but your power level is somewhat insufficient. Have you been training consistently with guns recently?"

Gao Tianwu quickly answered, "I haven't slacked off even a little! Leading a team now, I train rigorously each day."

Firearms remained a major danger to regular folks and low-tier superhumans alike.

From his Dimensional Space, Zhang Yi retrieved a share of Ground Centipede origin. Though not from a squad leader specimen, its power still hovered between 7000 and 8000.

"This is some mutant beast origin for you. Consume it to boost your abilities swiftly."

"For the mission, select ten superhumans from Dawn Rain Base."

"Moreover, grab as many Elemental Stones as required each month for your group. Use them for daily needs and trading goods."

"The Deng Family will supply medicines to accelerate your power growth."

Zhang Yi's plans for Gao Tianwu and his crew covered all bases thoroughly.

He wasn't trying to control every detail; the issue was that Tianhai City's fighting forces were dreadfully weak at present.

In the trio of key bases, not even the top figures had hit squad leader status.

With Gao Tianwu and his team's current might, heading to Wuyou Valley would likely turn them into a joke.

They required at least some enhancement to honor Zhang Yi's name. Nothing extreme, just respectable enough.

Suddenly, Gao Tianwu stood frozen, like a massive opportunity had dropped straight onto him from above.

Zhang Yi was always incredibly open-handed with his inner circle, never shortchanging anyone.

Yet, the scraps from his generosity were, to Gao Tianwu now, an overwhelming bounty.

Thrilled, he pounded his chest firmly and declared:

"Boss Zhang, your trust in me means everything. I'll remember this favor forever! In Shengjing, I swear I won't bring shame to you!"

Zhang Yi offered a subtle grin. "Words mean little to me; actions are what count. The road ahead is lengthy, so you'll handle matters independently as they arise."

"I judge by outcomes. Fail to deliver, and I'll swap you out for another."

Gao Tianwu nodded firmly. "Got it!"

He gripped his fists hard, sensing vast riches and position within reach.

He realized, too, that venturing beyond his safe haven would invite plenty of hassles.

His group lacked the muscle, and serving in the mightiest area would surely draw disdain or outright sabotage.

Still, he had to push through the hardships.

Endure it all, and he'd have ascended to success.

His future would outshine the lazy leaders of Tianhai's three bases by miles!

Zhang Yi's stance toward those bases was rather detached, basically leaving them to their own devices with minimal oversight.

Elemental ore, however, was an asset Zhang Yi prized deeply.

Succeed there, and he'd rise as a key territorial overseer. Could Zhang Yi's backing ever fall short after that?

Brimming with elation and vigor, Gao Tianwu departed, carrying the gifts from Zhang Yi.

He had just one day to assemble his squad. Tomorrow, he'd head to Blizzard City, then proceed with locals to Wuyou Valley.

Gao Tianwu departed. Toward the northern frontier, into that frigid valley he'd inhabit for an exceedingly long period.

From the Shelter, Zhang Yi observed his exit.

Through the biting cold and frost, he trudged a great distance, etching a extended line of tracks in the snow.

But after some way, he halted, spun around, and offered a profound bow to Zhang Yi, visible from the window.

Zhang Yi smiled lightly. Resting by the frame, he extended his hand toward the coffee table more than ten meters off.

The coffee cup atop it soared over unsteadily. When it reached Zhang Yi's grasp, it wobbled, nearly sloshing the contents.

Zhang Yi sipped the brew and remarked evenly, "Now I can pull items in on purpose, yet the precision feels off. Plus, I can't draw in human forms actively. Odd indeed."

The rise in his superhuman ability index signaled deeper unlocking of his power.

His Dimensional Space's fetching capacity had intensified, expanding its scope, and granting proactive capture and intake of objects.

Through trials, he discovered he could even yank the whole Shelter from its earthen base and store it in his Dimensional Space.

Nonetheless, restrictions lingered—it failed against individuals.

Zhang Yi had tested diverse items. Everyday alive or inert matter, even tiny organisms, yielded to active retrieval.

Two outliers stood out.

One: beings with superhuman powers.

The other: humankind.

They appeared to harbor a unique force that repelled Zhang Yi's spatial domain, blocking arbitrary absorption.

As he savored his coffee, his free hand summoned a volume from his Dimensional Space—a guide to the Snowy Plateau Region.

Lately, Pagyi Gesang had reached out to Zhang Yi on two occasions.

Each instance urged him to visit the Snowy Plateau for the upcoming year's Prayer Festival.

To sway him, Gesang shared images and footage.

Zhang Yi beheld the grand Great Snow Mountain. On a dim afternoon, it burst forth with radiant cyan-gold Buddha's light, akin to a luminous golden disk crowning the summit.

Zhang Yi had yet to confirm with Pagyi Gesang about attending, stringing him along.

He pondered the potential rewards of the journey.

Evidently, Star Island's upheavals warned that lingering in Tianhai City offered no true security anymore.

He needed to push for greater strength and unravel the secrets of those formidable, enigmatic underground beings.

...

In the Eastern Sea, subtle stirrings began to emerge.

Despite the distance, Zhang Yi's network picked up on them.

He recognized it as activity from East Sea Region folks or other major factions mobilizing.

They'd likely plunged into the fog and battled mysterious entities.

Yet, none of that concerned Zhang Yi. He refused to endanger himself.

Presently, more pressing matters demanded his focus.

In a flash, two months elapsed.

Planet Calendar Year 2053, February.

Over two years since the Apocalypse's onset.

At the Shelter, Lu Keran focused on two projects.

Refining his exoskeleton armor and constructing the Ground Centipede breeding facility.

The Ground Centipede breeding farm stood adjacent to the Shelter.

Aided by Old You and Fatty Xu, he'd carved out a vast underground chamber at two hundred meters depth.

These beings dwelled below ground and needed specific warmth levels in their habitat.

Though not overly delicate, for the breeding farm's success, they supplied premium conditions for these rare, possibly final, Ground Centipede eggs.

Additionally, reinforced concrete mixed with Yi Metal formed the enclosures to contain them post-hatching and growth.

Lu Keran's superhuman ability index now soared to 9500 points, enhancing his material processing skills markedly.

Thus, mass-producing Yi Metal posed no issue, resolving any supply concerns.

Author's Note