The end of the world is approaching, I'm handing myself over to the country.

silence.

A deathly silence.

Lin Mo's words completely overturned Chi Zhengyang's understanding.

He lived most of his life.

I've seen countless storms and waves.

But I've never seen anything like this before...

Such a unique brain circuit!

Is the brutal post-apocalyptic survival being packaged as a "money-making tool"?

Do they mistake terrifying zombie monsters for "gold everywhere"?

this......

That guy is a fucking genius!

If what Lin Mo said is true.

In that Dragon Kingdom, the entire population is a soldier!

There is no need for mandatory conscription or mobilization orders.

Just one "beta test qualification" is enough to attract countless passionate young people to rush into that world to fight and gain experience!

"good!"

A loud shout came from the other end of the phone.

The sound made Lin Mo's ears ring.

Chi Zhengyang's voice no longer contained the hesitation and worry he had shown before.

Instead.

It was an overwhelming sense of excitement and agitation.

"Great idea!"

"That's a great idea!"

"We'll do as you say!"

"Disguised as a game!"

Chi Zhengyang paused for a moment, as if recalling what Lin Mo had just said.

"Wasteland Era, what a great name!"

"It's better to let everyone get used to it beforehand than for the monster to suddenly appear!"

Lin Mo nodded: "Next, there's only one last problem: the equipment."

"Although the system can bring people over, there still needs to be a physical object to cover it up."

"For example, gaming helmets or gaming pods."

"You'll need to cooperate with this."

Chi Zhengyang waved his hand.

Even over the phone, Lin Mo could feel that heroic spirit.

"You don't need to worry about that!"

"The country has plenty of research institutes and factories!"

"Three days!"

"I'll build you ten thousand gaming pods!"

"Moreover, it's military-grade quality, explosion-proof and drop-proof, and even has an automatic massage function!"

Lin Mo: ......

As expected of a state apparatus.

This efficiency is unmatched.

"OK."

As he spoke, Lin Mo turned his head.

"Now only my problem remains."

Their gaze fell on the ball of light suspended in mid-air.

The orb of light was flashing faintly, as if it were processing some data.

She noticed the attention Lin Mo was giving her.

The ball of light suddenly froze.

The originally regular flashing frequency suddenly went completely off track.

It shrank back and floated to the corner of the wall.

What do you want to do?

Lin Mo sat up straight, a kind smile spreading across his face.

"The system."

"Shall we talk?"

The system's light sphere trembled violently.

【...】

Speak your mind, don't laugh, it's creepy.

Lin Mo chuckled: "I'd like to ask you for a favor."

system:【......】

He had been listening to Lin Mo and Chi Zhengyang's conversation from beginning to end, so he naturally knew why Lin Mo had contacted him.

[Impossible! I can tell you definitively that doing this is against the rules!]

"Stop, stop, stop!"

Lin Mo waved his hand dismissively, "A commander can't be this rigid."

"On matters of principle, we adhere to our bottom line; on trivial matters, we turn a blind eye and let it go. This is the way to conduct ourselves."

"Think about it carefully. You used to threaten to kill me all the time, and I didn't say anything, did I?"

The system thought to itself: ...You insulted my whole family, and you still say you didn't say anything? Where's your face?

System: [What do you take me for? I'm a proper system!]

Lin Mo scoffed, "What kind of wonderful thing could be bound to me?"

system:【??!!】

Lin Mo quickly changed his tune: "I meant, of course I consider you a brother."

Think about it carefully.

"If I die, will you be finished too?"

The system was still confused by Lin Mo's words, "I treat you like a brother," and subconsciously replied: "Theoretically, that's how it works. Upon the host's death, I will automatically unbind and destroy myself."

"That settles it then."

Lin Mo spread his hands out.

"You've seen the current situation."

"Zombies, mutated beasts, and those unknown monsters."

"Even with your help, I can hardly guarantee that I will survive to the end on my own."

"Two fists can't beat four hands, and even a hero can't withstand a crowd."

"What if I get surrounded by a horde of zombies one day and just die instantly?"

"You'll also vanish into thin air."

Are you willing to accept this?

The frequency of the system's light sphere flickering slowed down.

He seems to be thinking.

Lin Mo struck while the iron was hot.

"but!"

"If we can bring in a group of 'players' who are fearless and can respawn infinitely."

"Let them take bullets for us, help us gather supplies, and help us kill monsters."

"Am I much safer now?"

"If I'm safe, then you're safe too, right?"

System: [Although the logic is closed-loop, but...]

"No buts."

"Now, we're all in the same boat."

"You don't want it to end before it even begins, do you?"

"I'm doing all this for your sake."

Lin Mo clutched his chest, looking heartbroken.

"Why can't you understand my good intentions?"

"I did all this for you!"

The system's light sphere spun several times in the air.

Clearly, they were stumped by Lin Mo's actions.

Even though I knew perfectly well that this guy was lying to me.

But I have to admit.

He makes a very good point.

If the host dies, the host will indeed perish as well.

and.......

If a large number of people come in to kill monsters and obtain Source Crystal Energy, they can also get a share of it.

This seems like a sure-fire way to make money.

System: [...I feel like you're trying to fool me, but I have no proof.]

I'm still a little annoyed.

However, the system's tone softened considerably.

No longer as cold and aloof as before.

Lin Mo was secretly delighted.

There's a chance!

Although Tongzi seems aloof, he is actually a naive child who has never seen the world.

Give them a little something sweet, then scare them a couple of times, and they'll lose their bearings.

After a moment's thought, the system said seriously: "I can help you."

However, using quantum entanglement technology to project the human spirit of 55 years ago into this world 55 years later, and then designing various unnecessary elements under the guise of a game, is quite troublesome.

It's not as simple as just talking, and it's not as easy as you think.

Lin Mo raised an eyebrow.

Speak like a human.

The system light sphere flashed twice.

[It costs extra.]

Lin Mo: "..."

Good guy.

This kid has gone astray so quickly.

They're all raising prices on the spot.

However, problems that can be solved with money are not really problems.

Although I don't have any money right now.

But there will be more in the future.

Without a second thought, Lin Mo waved his hand.

"Can!"

"I'll owe you for now."

system:【???】

No credit allowed!

Lin Mo directly interrupted its protest.

"Isn't that a narrow perspective?"

"Think about it, once the players come in, they kill monsters and collect the monster corpses, isn't that all Source Crystals?"

"When I sell their goods and earn Source Crystals, I'll pay you back double!"

"It's obvious I'm letting you off easy!"

The system light sphere suddenly lit up.

The logic processor is running at high speed.

It seems... that makes sense?

As long as there are enough players and the monsters are killed quickly enough, the Source Crystals will be produced continuously.

Will I not only break even, but also make a fortune?

The system muttered to itself: "Something feels off, but then again, he treats me like a human being..."

He pondered for a moment.

Okay.

[Deal made, it's a deal!]