Vol 2 Chapter 2: Magical cornerstone

The rune crystal in front of him, called the cornerstone, has quite magical abilities.
Based on it, a building can be built out of thin air, and it can also be continuously strengthened and upgraded.
Paying the corresponding price, you can also trade with the cornerstone platform in exchange for various materials.
The more wealth you provide, the more advanced the materials you can exchange, and some items can even destroy the world.
After sorting out the information in his mind, Tang Zhen felt extremely shocked and wondered if he had hallucinations.
Does such a heaven-defying ability really exist in the world?
But everything in front of him is so real that no doubt is allowed at all.
"Whether it's true or not, just try it!"
Tang Zhen made up his mind, quickly climbed out of the secret room, and went to the place where his own money was hidden.
Open a box, and there are more than twenty silver ingots hidden in it, each silver ingot weighs a dozen or so.
Returning in a hurry with the silver in hand, Tang Zhen activated the cornerstone platform, and the surrounding scene changed instantly.
As if in a flash, he came to a mysterious shopping mall.
Various items are placed around, which can be picked up and checked at any time, and corresponding information will also be displayed.
Not only is it 100% restored, but it also has texture and touch, which is no different from holding the real thing.
Looking at the scene in front of him, Tang Zhen showed a look of joy. He didn't expect this cornerstone platform to be so powerful.
Suppressing the excitement in his heart, Tang Zhen checked the items that could be exchanged.
In the mall on the cornerstone platform, he can buy various materials, not only living items, but also various weapons and equipment.
There are swords forged from stainless steel, strong bows and crossbows, and firearms that can fire projectiles.
There are even artillery pieces, which are dark and thick in appearance and look very powerful.
A variety of armor, the shape is mighty and thick.
Seeing these armored weapons, Tang Zhen frowned slightly, knowing that these were officially prohibited items.
If someone finds out, it will definitely cause trouble.
Although these equipments are excellent, they should not be exposed easily, otherwise it is very likely that they will lead to death.
However, Tang Zhen also heard that there is a war breaking out outside, and I am afraid that the war will soon spread.
Once war breaks out, bandits will inevitably run rampant, and laws and regulations will lose their binding effect.
In order to save the life of the whole family, it is indeed necessary to make some preparations early.
Tang Zhen is not in a hurry to buy, but is prepared to take a look at it first. Before fully understanding, he will not be in a hurry to make a decision.
Soon in front of his eyes, another piece of jade appeared, with various words displayed on it.
These are skill jade cards, as long as they are purchased and activated, the corresponding abilities can be obtained.
Tang Zhen was more interested in skill jade cards than those equipment and supplies.
It takes a long time and energy to master an ability, and it also affects proficiency due to talent and other reasons.
There is no end to learning, and it is a well-known truth that karma is diligent.
But this kind of skill jade card completely breaks the rules, and you only need to pay a certain amount of wealth to obtain perfect skills.
With excitement and curiosity, Tang Zhen searched carefully and found that the number of skill jade cards was overwhelming.
There are too many skills in it, he has never heard of it, and he doesn't even have permission to view it.
You must be promoted to a certain level or meet certain conditions before you are eligible to view and purchase.
It was obviously telling Tang Zhen that everything should be done step by step, and it must not be rushed.
Tang Zhen is really not in a hurry, and even has a calmness far beyond his age, like an old man who has experienced vicissitudes of life.
Just before today, he was not like this, but after waking up, there was a change like reborn.
Tang Zhen was actually very curious about his abnormality, but he couldn't understand the real reason.
After looking for a skill jade card, Tang Zhen chose the product he wanted.
A set of body protection exercises, called Gang Qi Iron Cloth Shirt, can enhance one's own protection.
Knives do not hurt, arrows cannot penetrate, and the ability to save lives is first-class.
A set of close combat boxing, the name is Bone Shattering Fist, the punch is extremely powerful, and it will break the bones and tendons when hitting the body.
These two sets of martial arts skills cost 200 taels of silver, which is absolutely sky-high for ordinary villagers, and it is very likely that they will be cursed.
Their annual expenses are only ten taels of silver.
If you have this idea, you just don't understand the value of the exercises, otherwise you will have to buy a set if you want to sell iron.
However, apart from Tang Zhen, no outsider could have this opportunity.
Tang Zhen made this choice in order to protect himself, because some bandits were eyeing his own property.
Not long ago, the bandit had sent someone to extort, but it didn't get his wish.
When I left, I put down my words, and in the near future, I will form a team to go down the mountain and wash the whole village with blood.
Because of this incident, everyone in the entire village is in danger and looks bleak.
Reported to the government, there was no response, as if the stone was sinking into the sea.
Now that the opportunity has come, the bandit that was originally scary doesn't seem to be so scary anymore.
Tang Zhen pondered secretly, and soon found a way to deal with it.
But before that, he still had to test to see if the skill jade card really worked?
Resolutely choose to pay, two jade cards appear in front of people, with a dazzling treasure inside.
"activation!"
The two skill jade cards shattered and turned into a streamer and flew into the body, and Tang Zhen's body immediately changed.
Muscles, bones and flesh swelled, and the body was pulled up a section, becoming more vigorous and calm.
The change is not only in appearance, Tang Zhen's breath is longer, and his whole body seems to contain infinite power.
He threw a punch violently, with a sound of breaking the air.
"Okay!"
Feeling the change in his body, Tang Zhen couldn't help laughing.
The skill jade card is really extraordinary, but in the blink of an eye, Tang Zhen has mastered two sets of perfect martial skills.
Dealing with those bandits, obviously became more confident.
The excitement gradually disappeared, and Tang Zhen began to study the main functions of the cornerstone platform, thinking about how to build a building.
Only by successfully building a building can one have the ability to protect themselves and not be afraid of threats from the outside world.
If you want to successfully build a building, you need a piece of land, a group of subordinates that belong to you, and a sacrifice of a thousand taels of silver.
Tang Zhen has land and money in his hands, but he still lacks a group of men.
Those villagers who were intimidated by bandits and filled with worry were obviously the best choice.
As long as Tang Zhen stood up and explained his interests to the villagers, he would definitely obey the command obediently.
Once the villagers join, all the required conditions will be met, and the building will be successfully constructed.
In order to avoid many long dreams at night, Tang Zhen decided to act immediately.
Tang Zhen left the secret room, chose to close the door automatically, and jumped out of the gap in the secret passage without much effort.
After arriving at the front yard, Uncle Fu happened to bring people back. When they saw Tang Zhen standing in front of him, Uncle Fu and the others were stunned.
However, in a short period of time, Tang Zhen's stature increased a bit, and his aura also changed.
It was originally just a calf, but now it feels like a fierce tiger, exuding a trembling power.
"Master, are you alright?"
The old master had just passed away, and the young master had undergone such a change, which really frightened the aged Fu Bo.
"I'm fine, I don't need to worry."
Tang Zhen showed a smile and said in a comforting tone. There seemed to be magic in his words, which really calmed everyone down.
"The bandits are coming soon, we must not sit idly by, we must find ways to fight and protect ourselves.
If you believe me, go and gather all the villagers together to discuss ways to deal with the bandits.
If you are unwilling, you can only ask for more blessings for yourself. When the time comes, you can only blame yourself for your bad luck when you are kidnapped and killed by bandits. "
Several villagers froze in place, looked at each other, and quickly turned around and ran towards the village.
"Master, do you want to..."
Seeing this scene, Uncle Fu asked in a low voice, not knowing what Tang Zhen was going to do.
"Don't worry, you'll find out later."
Tang Zhen chuckled and looked up at the sky, but his eyes were like an abyss.