Starry Sky Railway: No one understands the Amber King better than me.

Spiel nodded.

"I also need supporting equipment and resources, as well as some records and data from the company about how Destiny Walker can increase its strength."

"Where would the company get such a thing? At least our branch certainly doesn't have it."

The minister was speechless. If he had such a thing, he would have already gone to headquarters.

"Then why don't you give me credits instead!"

Lin Yuan's eyes lit up.

Credits may seem simple and unassuming, but they can be used to top up the system!

How desperate for money are you?

Spier's face darkened, and he stroked his chin thoughtfully before saying:

"That works too. The company has a special talent subsidy for those who 'fate the way' (i.e., those who excel in their chosen path). I can apply for it for you; it should be approved quickly. Are there any other options?"

"Have."

Lin Yuan did not hesitate.

"I want to have some command authority within the special operations group."

"You really dare to dream!"

After hearing this, Spier stared blankly at Lin Yuan, but seeing the smile on his face, he realized that the other party was just joking.

"Once you join the Special Operations Group, given your advanced rank, you'll be allowed to select team members and build your own team. We'll also give you a few recruitment slots for exceptional individuals. Is that alright?"

"Alright, thank you, Minister."

Lin Yuan smiled; he was quite satisfied with the result.

He stood up and shook hands with the minister, after which the conversation was almost over.

"I will submit a report on the handling of your previous issues and the application for the faction and action group in the next couple of days."

Before leaving, the minister gave special instructions.

"The previous issues have all been dealt with. Now all you need to do is focus on looking ahead. Remember, opportunity always favors the prepared mind."

......

After leaving the office, Lin Yuan saw Qi Xingzhi waiting in the reception room.

"Brother Lin, it's been a long time since the minister has spoken with anyone for this long."

When he saw Qi Xingzhi again, his attitude became noticeably warmer.

"Thank you very much, Brother Qi. We should keep in touch more often in the future."

Lin Yuan accepted the tea offered by the other party, took a sip, and then praised it.

"It is indeed excellent tea."

"Haha, I'm glad you like it, Brother Lin. I love drinking tea with people like you who have such discerning taste. If it were someone like Zhou Wei, he would just say that my tea is like plain water."

Qi Xingzhi said with a smile.

"Has Brother Zhou already gone back?"

Lin Yuan asked, taking the opportunity to bring up the topic.

"Those two didn't like the drink and went back a long time ago. By the way, the minister just informed me that if you want to use the training ground in the future, just let me know when you come here. If I'm not here, you can also contact me via the terminal."

Lin Yuan nodded his thanks, and after exchanging pleasantries, Lin Yuan left the floor as Qi Xingzhi watched him go.

......

He came to see the minister around noon, but unexpectedly they got into a fight.

After that conversation, it had already gotten dark.

Although Lin Yuan's physical needs have decreased significantly after his physical transformation, he still eats whenever he has the chance.

After all, everyone needs a few hobbies to maintain their mind while living in this world, and tasting delicious food is one of his pleasures in life.

Lin Yuan used his terminal to contact Zhou Wei to see if they could arrange a meal together, to thank him and inquire about some things.

Unfortunately, the poor team leader was once again bogged down in tedious paperwork and couldn't find the time.

"Never mind, there's no rush."

Lin Yuan took a step and headed to the place he was most familiar with at headquarters—the staff canteen for lunch.

The company's staff canteen is also tiered, with different dining environments for ordinary employees and senior specialists.

It wasn't lunchtime when Lin Yuan arrived, and there were only a few people scattered around the cafeteria.

After swiping his ID card, Lin Yuan went to the corresponding food window and selected several delicious-looking dishes, then found a corner to sit down.

He quietly savored the food while observing everyone present.

As if some people noticed his gaze, some glanced at him and then turned away indifferently.

Some people seemed to recognize Lin Yuan, and after turning their heads, they whispered to their companions.

Lin Yuan didn't waste too much time on the meal. Today, he not only learned a lot from the conversation, but also noticed the flaws in the battle.

Now that he has a cheat code, the most promising way to quickly increase his strength is to spend money on in-game purchases.

Unfortunately, the subsidies haven't arrived yet, and the meager system coins in my system account aren't enough to buy anything.

"In that case, tomorrow I'll focus on honing my combat skills in the training grounds."

Lin Yuan walked on with a determined look in his eyes.

......

Chapter 28 Enlightenment and Self-Cultivation

The next morning, Lin Yuan took the elevator early to the floor where Minister Spiel was located.

After dinner last night, he went back to his room early.

Feeling that the situation he was facing was becoming increasingly complex and diverse, Lin Yuan made up his mind to set aside some time each day to review and summarize.

After reflecting on his entire conversation with Minister Spiel, he gave a brief summary.

The struggles among the upper echelons stem from ideological differences, but the most direct issue is the division of power and resources.

Lin Yuan did not think it was hasty for him to agree on the spot to join the progressive faction led by Minister Schneider.

Although getting involved with factions and action groups might bring challenges from both internal and external forces, these are irrelevant to him.

Lin Yuan's greatest asset comes from his "promotion and salary increase system".

Factions, duties, struggles.

All of this serves only to provide sustenance for oneself.

What Lin Yuan needs most right now is a path that allows him to rise quickly within the company.

As his position rose, so did the resources he gained.

Lin Yuan was able to use this to continuously strengthen himself with the help of the system.

In this universe where the power of an individual is beyond imagination, only by being strong oneself can one truly rely on others.

......

"Hey, Brother Lin, what brings you here so early? The minister hasn't even started work yet. Shall I let you know?"

When Qi Xingzhi saw Lin Yuan appear after the elevator doors opened, a look of surprise appeared on his face.

"No need to trouble you, Brother Qi. I'm just here to borrow the minister's training ground."

Lin Yuan answered calmly.

"No way, with Brother Lin's strength, why is he here to train so early in the morning? How are we supposed to compete with him?"

Qi Xingzhi looked helpless; this kind of internal competition within the company was absolutely unacceptable.

"Alas, after yesterday's battle and conversation with the minister, I have become acutely aware of my own shortcomings."

Faced with the important task the minister is about to entrust to me, I deeply feel my inadequacy. There's a saying in my hometown, "Diligence can make up for lack of talent, and a slow bird can fly early," so I've simply come a little earlier.

As Qi Xingzhi listened to Lin Yuan's seemingly earnest Versailles-like speech, his eyes twitched involuntarily.

He looked at Lin Yuan with a questioning gaze, as if he wanted to say something, but in the end he just silently took a deep breath.

"You... I give up. This is an operation permission. You'd better fly now."

As he spoke, Assistant Qi picked up a silver card from the table next to him and took out a high-tech bracelet from a drawer.

"The minister has already given instructions. This bracelet can control the functions of the entire training ground. It's very easy to operate; you can start using it right away."

"Thank you, let's have tea together next time."

Lin Yuan nodded his thanks and accepted the items offered by the other party.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, he didn't linger and took the private elevator on this floor to the venue.

A while after Lin Yuan left, the elevator doors opened again.

Minister Spears, stepping out of the elevator, saw Qi Xingzhi sitting on the sofa in a daze and coughed lightly.

"What are you doing? Didn't you sleep last night?"

"Oh, Minister, you've arrived."

Hearing the voice beside him, Qi Xingzhi was startled, and upon seeing the minister, he quickly sat up straight.

"It's like this, just now..."

He then described his conversation with Lin Yuan.

"Hehe, interesting."

Minister Spears smiled faintly after hearing this.

“Minister, yesterday I was a little puzzled as to why you valued him so much, but now it seems that this extraordinary person is indeed extraordinary.”

Qi Xingzhi was somewhat moved.