Chapter 237: Let Them Generate Electricity
Seeing the sketch handed over, Wu Heng finally understood what he meant.
The Langxian is a type of long-handled weapon.
Qiangzi explained, "Boss, this weapon is definitely better than pitchforks in the first row. When zombies rush up, they'll be pierced like a beehive and can be pushed back."
Wu Heng continued to look at the sketch.
The front end is a normal spearhead, and along the spear shaft extending downward are multiple blade-like forks.
It's like a tree trunk growing sharp, dense branches.
Although the drawing was rough, combined with the sketch, he could understand what he was trying to express.
Currently, in the skeleton formation, the first row of the spear phalanx uses pitchforks; the forks at the front can resist zombie attacks.
But overall, the effectiveness of such weapons is still limited.
This Langxian in front of him, although it hasn't appeared in the other world, might actually be useful against mindless zombies.
"The idea is not bad; can it be made?" Wu Heng said.
"Yes," Qiangzi replied immediately, then said, "If you think it's doable, I'll work on making it and test it out when it's ready."
Wu Heng looked at the sketch and felt it was worth a try.
In this world, with cutting machines and welding, assembling an iron branch shouldn't be difficult.
"Then make one first to see the effect. Pay attention to the weight; with so many things at the front end, don't make it too heavy to use," Wu Heng continued.
"Okay." Qiangzi flipped the draft to the back, where there were several more sketches. He introduced them one by one, "This one attaches an electric baton to a spear, so you can electrify people from a distance. And this one, a zombie capture net; you can loop it around a zombie's neck to control it directly..."
"Wait." Wu Heng pointed at the zombie capture net and asked, "Why are you capturing zombies?"
Qiangzi pointed to another sketch, similar to a little person stepping on a treadmill, and explained, "Let the zombies work to generate electricity for buildings."
Wu Heng's eyes widened, looking at him with some surprise.
Damn, exploiting zombies.
What a genius idea.
Speaking of which, did he get his inspiration from the skeletons?
Skeletons don't get tired; zombies are the same.
But skeletons can be controlled; can zombies be controlled?
"So, what do you think?" Qiangzi looked full of expectation.
"The idea is not bad, but... what did Sister Hong say?"
Qiangzi smiled awkwardly, "She tore up my first draft; I didn't dare show her this one."
See?
You even want to capture zombies; of course she'd tear it up.
"First, make the Langxian; we'll talk about the others after you perfect them."
"Oh, okay!"
At this time, Li Yanhong walked over from the entrance. Qiangzi immediately stuffed the sketches into his pocket.
Then he said, "I'm going to fix the car," and turned back to the van.
.........
Li Yanhong watched Qiangzi leave cautiously and asked, "What's he up to?"
"Qiangzi was showing me the weapons he's been working on," Wu Heng said.
Li Yanhong raised an eyebrow, "Those messy things again?"
"One of them seems pretty good; I let him make it to see how it works," Wu Heng said.
"You believe that? Also, that zombie power generation is absolutely out of the question," Li Yanhong said directly.
"I feel that one's no good either."
Zombies are still too dangerous for ordinary people.
Finally having the current living environment, who would allow zombies to be brought in to generate electricity?
Besides, the base doesn't lack that bit of electricity.
As an entertainment idea, it's not bad, but if you really plan to implement it, not to mention Li Yanhong, no one in the entire base would agree.
"Is the trading going smoothly?" Wu Heng continued to ask.
"Quite smoothly. At this rate, the flour will soon be exchanged," Li Yanhong said.
Gold and silver are being collected faster than expected.
Winter is coming again; everyone is trying to stockpile food.
The flour is being exchanged quickly.
Regarding Li Yanhong's concern, Wu Heng felt it was a good thing.
He could increase his income again.
"I still have more flour here; I'll deliver it to the warehouse later. Just feel free to trade," Wu Heng said.
Li Yanhong nodded, looked at him, and continued, "Some shelters are planning to join us; I'm considering whether to accept them."
"See what kind of people they are. If they're just ordinary survivors, it's fine to accept them; just don't bring in guys with bad character," Wu Heng shared his thoughts.
"Alright!"
Wu Heng thought for a moment and continued, "If there's a chance, contact the Flame God Shelter again. Ask if they have any grenades or machine gun bullets left; we can trade food for them."
"Okay, I'll contact them later."
The two stood at the entrance and chatted for a while.
Li Yanhong went to retrieve the exchanged gold and silver, while Wu Heng went to the warehouse to store the newly purchased flour.
Then, Li Yanhong continued with her work.
Wu Heng also returned to his room and went back through the realm gate.
.........
Returning home.
The few maids at home had not yet returned.
Wu Heng reorganized the spoils he had obtained.
Now, he had four spatial rings: one with 20 cubic meters, two with 5 cubic meters, and one with 3 cubic meters.
Spatial rings are very rare magical items.
Even Deacon Slater doesn't have such a ring.
But these rings don't seem to be rare among certain groups.
Otherwise, he wouldn't have collected four.
It can only be said that such magical items require special channels to obtain.
There are no requirements for wearing the rings; if you want, you can wear them on all ten fingers and use them.
But that's a bit exaggerated, and there's no need to use them that way.
He kept two for himself and gave the remaining two to Wen Mansa and Andviel.
After deciding, he consolidated the items from the spatial rings into one ring, and stored the others in spatial rings as well.
Then, he took out the [Resurrection Spell] obtained from killing 'Giovanni' and began to read it.
The overall magical effect is more like reversing necromancy magic.
To achieve the phenomenon of resurrecting dead creatures.
At the same time, in terms of content, it's more profound than previously unlocked books. The magical terminology and graphical components inside have reached a very complex level.
Definitely belongs to higher-level magic.
Wu Heng carefully read it from beginning to end.
A prompt immediately appeared.
[Skill Unlocked: Resurrection Spell.]
This means he had learned this spell.
His method was more efficient; unlike 'Giovanni', who hadn't learned it even after his book's pages were worn out.
He unlocked it after reading it once.
Actually, thinking about it, being able to survive in this world until now.
The panel played a crucial role.
Otherwise, he could only choose melee professions or transfer to archers and such.
At this time, voices came from downstairs.
Minnie, Andviel, and Wen Mansa returned together.
Chattering about something.
.........
After dinner.
Minnie continued practicing boxing with Bagdong.
After this period of training, Minnie's movements became more standard, no longer like the 'excited man's punch' at the beginning.
But her physique and appearance still gave people the feeling that she was easy to bully.
Whether a person has combat experience or has killed before can be easily recognized when confronting each other.
Like Minnie, she lacked that fierce aura.
But it didn't matter; training was ultimately a good thing. Even if she couldn't fight, she could run faster.
"Wen Mansa, this is for you." Wu Heng took out a 5-cubic-meter spatial ring and handed it to her.
Wen Mansa naturally knew about spatial rings and asked uncertainly, "For me?"
"Yes, you're handling more things now; having a storage item will be more convenient," Wu Heng said.
Wen Mansa accepted it, holding it in her hands, full of surprise.
In Rentam City, even the lords in the inner city, few have spatial rings.
She actually got one.
Wu Heng then took out the 3-cubic-meter ring and handed it to Andviel, "Vi'er, this is for you; it'll be useful when managing the general store."
"Thank you, Master." Andviel also showed joy.
Wu Heng felt a gaze upon him.
Looking up, he saw Minnie punching while staring over here, as if waiting for her gift.
Uh...
Thinking for a moment, he took out a gold necklace and said, "Minnie just became a professional; a spatial ring isn't useful for now. I'll give you a necklace, and when your level is higher, I'll prepare a spatial ring for you."
Minnie's face lit up but still said shyly, "It's fine to give it to the two sisters; I don't need it."
"Come, I'll put it on for you," Wu Heng beckoned.
Minnie walked over quickly, sat on the floor with her back to the sofa.
Wu Heng hung the gold necklace around her slender white neck and gently reminded, "Don't show it outside; be careful of thieves eyeing you."
"Aren't they all Sister Wen Mansa's subordinates?"
Wen Mansa was stunned and pinched her waist.
.........
The few of them chatted downstairs for a while.
Then they all returned to their rooms.
Wu Heng took a bath in the bathroom and was about to return to his room.
The door to Andviel's room was opened a crack. The little girl with white beast ears peeked out mischievously and said, "Master, the accounts for this period are ready; shall I go over them with you?"
"Oh, okay!" Wu Heng nodded and followed her into the room.
Meanwhile, Wen Mansa came out of Wu Heng's room, wearing black cat ears. She glanced at Andviel's room, "Little girl!"
After speaking, she went to her own room.
Inside the room, the electric light illuminated the space.
The two sat at the desk. Andviel extended her hand with the ring and explained the account details item by item.
Wu Heng listened and nodded with satisfaction.
Actually, he didn't know the quantity of goods, but Andviel had a contract with him and wouldn't do anything to harm him under subjective consciousness.
With such clear accounts, there couldn't be any mistakes.
"Well, very good." Wu Heng nodded, then thought of something and said, "Aren't your clansmen helping in the store? Pay them wages according to other store employees' rates."
"Master, you bought them back and already saved them once; there's no need."
"You and Minnie live here; they need to eat and dress daily. How can they live without wages? Just pay them normal wages."
"Thank you, Master." Andviel's eyes were full of gratitude, and her cheeks flushed, "Also, thank you for the ring."
Wu Heng saw her expression and put an arm around her shoulder, "As long as you like it."
Andviel looked up at him, her heart pounding, clenched her hand with the ring, and stammered, "I... I will definitely work hard to manage the store for you, Master."
Seeing her cute appearance, Wu Heng patted his lap, "Come here!"