Ch 183: Is There Really Such a Good Thing? [QT]

After teaching everyone qinggong, Shen Yunxuan cast her computer screen onto the display, bringing up the system’s calculation of dimensional credits and listing everything so everyone could see.

However, this information was not for everyone—only Elder Xu, Elder Chen, and a few leaders responsible for relevant matters were allowed to view it.

Internal energy cultivation methods did not exist in this dimension, and they could significantly enhance a person’s combat ability, bringing about an earth-shattering transformation. Each book was worth 1,000 dimensional credits.

Shen Yunxuan was relieved. “We obtained so many internal energy manuals, which saved us a lot of credits. If we had to buy them from the system store, even an ordinary manual would cost 10,000 dimensional credits—ten times the price. We saved a fortune this time.”

“Unfortunately, we didn’t get many high-level martial arts. The Fragrant Swan Steps I learned in the hidden chamber was evaluated at 20,000 dimensional credits—it must be a very advanced movement technique. The Xuantie Heavy Sword Technique from the other chamber also counted for 20,000 credits. The secret manual I exchanged with Qingyun Sect was valued at 10,000 credits.”

High-level martial arts were hard to come by. Even though they had made Ten Thousand Treasures Pavilion famous in a single day, it was still difficult to obtain the best techniques. The fact that none of their tranquilizer guns had been traded away showed that those who truly possessed valuable treasures were unwilling to trade or were still observing, planning to trade later.

Of course, they never intended to exchange guns in the first place. Giving them away would lead to uncontrollable consequences, making it an unsuitable decision.

Luckily, Shen Yunxuan cleverly gifted Tai Chi. In TV dramas, Grandmaster Zhang used Tai Chi to great effect—training in it could make one a grandmaster, and there must be martial insights within it that only practitioners could understand. Giving it to Qingyun Sect was a stroke of luck, as Xie Feng happened to have an affinity for Tai Chi, which led him to trade his sect’s secret manual in return.

The greatest stroke of luck was that the Demon Sect provoked them, allowing them to raid its hideout and obtain even better treasures.

The Xuantie Heavy Sword from the Demon Sect’s secret chamber alone was worth 20,000 dimensional credits. Archaeologists and historians studied it for a long time but couldn’t figure out how it was forged. Since the Demon Sect had hidden it so carefully, it was evident that it was a divine weapon, deserving of its high value. The sword likely had attribute bonuses, requiring the user to master Pure Yang Internal Energy to wield its paired technique.

The Xuantie Heavy Sword was truly mysterious—almost like an in-game attribute weapon. In any case, it was an invaluable treasure.

The weapons Shen Yunxuan purchased from the one-eyed blacksmith were also impressive: the Storm of Pear Blossom Needles was worth 2,000 dimensional credits, the Fire Scale Sword 5,000 credits, the Blood-Drinking Blade 5,000 credits, and the Incomplete Luban Manuscript a staggering 50,000 credits.

If it weren’t for the blacksmith’s good relationship with Xie Feng and Xie Yun’er, Shen Yunxuan wouldn’t have been able to obtain these items. They might not have been the most precious things to the blacksmith—perhaps not even as miraculous as an electric saw—but for modern people, they were priceless.

The Incomplete Luban Manuscript was particularly invaluable. In that dimension, there might still be a chance to find the complete version, but in the modern world, it was truly lost. Even an incomplete version made it the highest-valued item of this traversal.

Similarly, the Demon Sect’s Medical and Poison Codex contained numerous bold yet useful medical techniques, along with many poison and antidote recipes that no longer existed today. It was valued at 10,000 dimensional credits.

The vast collection of books from the Demon Sect’s library, covering everything from the arts to science, lost historical records, and perspectives from that era, also fetched a considerable sum. While they may not directly contribute to modern scientific advancement, they helped piece together lost historical knowledge, much like completing a puzzle.

Those books earned them another 30,000 dimensional credits.

Additionally, various other rare finds—special healing medicines, poisons, venomous snakes, unique weapons, antiques—each contributed significantly to their total earnings. They also confirmed that items brought back by others could be counted toward the final tally, with no quantity restrictions as long as they were acquired through traversal.

Beyond material gains, Shen Yunxuan’s comprehension of that dimension, her newly acquired martial arts knowledge, Plum Blossom Stance, Fragrant Swan Steps, and her foundational grasp of internal energy circulation—all of these counted as learning achievements. Most significantly, she had officially begun practicing martial arts, marking a breakthrough in her personal growth.

For learning alone, she was awarded 50,000 dimensional credits!

However, only the host’s learning counted—other team members’ martial arts training did not contribute to the tally.

In the end, Shen Yunxuan’s total earnings amounted to over 280,000 dimensional credits. Including all previous traversals, she had now accumulated 300,000 credits! Once she reached 500,000 credits, she could advance to Level 4.

Xu Wenyu was astonished. “Does that mean we only need one more traversal to level up?”

Shen Yunxuan remained cautious. “It depends on what kind of dimension we traverse next. If we end up in a Titan world, no matter how much we bring back, it won’t exceed 100,000 dimensional credits. A lot still depends on luck and opportunities.”

“Besides, leveling up too fast isn’t necessarily a good thing. Higher levels mean greater dangers. This time, our firearms were effective because martial artists in ancient times didn’t recognize them, allowing us to catch them off guard. But if we traverse to a post-apocalyptic world, an interstellar era, or a realm filled with long-range magic attacks and supernatural creatures, our firearms will be far less effective, putting us in serious danger.”

“In situations like those, survival is more important than earning dimensional credits. We won’t be able to take as much.”

“So there’s no rush to level up. Let’s focus on mastering the martial arts we brought back first. Only when everyone has improved their strength will we have a better chance of staying safe.”

Elder Xu nodded, “Yunxuan is right. The first of every month is a mandatory traversal. If we enter a high-level dimension too early, our strength won’t match the challenges, and we might not gain any real benefits. Instead, we’d be putting ourselves in danger. Our bureau was only recently established, so there’s no rush. We should take it slow. The things we brought back this time alone are enough for researchers to study for a long time. Haste makes waste.”

Shen Yunxuan then pulled up the current balance on her computer, and only then did everyone notice that 30,000 credits were missing.

She explained, “I really couldn’t grasp internal energy cultivation techniques, so I spent all 30,000 dimensional credits to increase my intelligence by 30 points. Now my IQ is 158. I do feel much clearer-headed, my thinking is sharper, and my ability to understand concepts has improved. That’s probably why I was able to grasp the Fragrant Swan Steps and make some progress in martial arts.”

Everyone suddenly understood. No wonder Shen Yunxuan had learned so quickly, as if she had suddenly unlocked a hidden potential. With such a massive boost in IQ, her comprehension ability was now far beyond that of an ordinary person.

When Shen Yunxuan first introduced the system’s marketplace, she had explained that stat-enhancing purchases could only apply to the host. That meant even if others bought upgrades, they wouldn’t be able to use them. Because of this, no one felt envious. Instead, they started considering whether they should fully equip and enhance Shen Yunxuan first, raising her capabilities as high as possible.

Shen Yunxuan continued, “This time, we brought back a lot of things, and we also discovered that everyone can carry items. Books can even be scanned without bringing the originals, so for now, space isn’t our biggest constraint. With the dimensional credits we earned this time, I plan to improve my physical fitness.”

She had earned 85,000 credits from this traversal. The body strength index, much like the intelligence index, had different tiers:

• Most ordinary people ranged between 100-120.
• A score of 120 already indicated someone very fit and physically strong in daily life.
• 120-140 was the level of specially trained soldiers, belonging to the combat category.
• 140-150 was the standard for elite special forces soldiers.
• 150-160 was at the level of military champions, the pinnacle of human strength.
• Beyond that was extremely rare.

Of course, this scale applied to Earth’s standards. In a martial arts world, where people trained in combat techniques, someone like Xie Yun’er could easily surpass 150, as martial arts naturally enhanced the body. Shen Yunxuan would also improve through training, but not as quickly as a direct system upgrade.

When the system first bonded with her, it had already optimized her body to a healthy state, eliminating all illnesses. Her base fitness score had been set at 105—good enough to pass physical education classes but not particularly strong or weak.

After discussing it with Elder Xu and the others, they agreed that improving her physical fitness was the best choice. It would allow her to train more efficiently and maximize her combat potential over the next month.

So, Shen Yunxuan decisively spent 55,000 credits to increase her body strength by 55 points, reaching a total of 160—equivalent to the elite military champion level.

Everyone watched her closely. Seeing that she had finished her purchase, Elder Chen curiously stepped forward, “Xiao Shen, how do you feel? Any changes?”

Shen Yunxuan found the sensation incredibly strange. When she had previously trained, she had barely felt the internal energy circulating. There had been no major physical transformation. But now, after instantly reaching the level of a military champion, she could clearly feel power coursing through her body.

She clenched her fists in confusion. “I think… I’ve gotten stronger.”

She casually picked up a pencil, and with just one hand, she snapped it in two! Her eyes widened in shock. “I used to need both hands and all my strength to do that! Even then, I probably would’ve hurt myself. There’s no way I could’ve done it this easily before.”

Elder Xu and Elder Chen were both former soldiers, but even they hadn’t reached military champion levels. Seeing her effortless display, they immediately believed that she had indeed leveled up to an elite soldier’s physique—without needing any training.

Elder Chen had her flex her arm, and sure enough, there was now visible muscle definition. Shen Yunxuan even checked her abdomen—she had abs!

She exclaimed, “If I had known, I wouldn’t have trained so hard last month! I nearly killed myself working out, and now I just paid for all the results!”

Elder Xu chuckled, “You little rascal, don’t think about taking shortcuts. What use is strength if you don’t know how to control it? What you learned last month was the proper posture for movement and how to avoid injuries. That knowledge is still valuable.”

Shen Yunxuan laughed, “You’re right, you’re right. I was just joking. I’m just so happy! My intelligence has increased, my physical fitness has improved, and now I can train even better in martial arts. Oh, and the system store also offers individual stat upgrades for strength, agility, and more. If I have more credits in the future, I can keep increasing those too.”

“I still have 30,000 credits left. I’ll save them for the next traversal and adapt as needed. I don’t want to be caught unprepared.”

Elder Xu quickly said, “If you ever face a crisis, use all your dimensional credits immediately. Your safety comes first. You have full authority over your credits. If needed, we can account for it later.”

Shen Yunxuan nodded, “I understand, Grandpa Xu. Today has been exhausting—mentally and physically. Grandpa Xu, Grandpa Chen, you should both go rest.”

The two elders nodded, reminding her to rest as well before finally dismissing the meeting.

As for the items they had brought back—what was valuable and what was exceptionally rare—specialized staff would sort everything out. Eventually, a catalog with photos and valuations would be compiled and distributed to those involved in future traversals.

Shen Yunxuan returned to her office, ordered food from the cafeteria, indulged in a feast of grilled skewers, and even drank a little. Only after satisfying her hunger did she finally crawl into bed and close her eyes for a well-earned sleep.

This time, traveling to the martial arts dimension, Shen Yunxuan had been on high alert from the very beginning. Yes, she had many people protecting her, and she could have simply stayed behind them, sitting back and reaping the benefits. No matter what, she would still receive her 30% share in the end.

But she couldn’t do it. She was the one who had brought everyone into this; she had led them there, and she wanted to bring them back safely. If someone were to lose their life saving her, she knew it would leave a permanent scar on her soul. She couldn’t bear to see such an outcome, so she worked hard.

Last time, in the apocalyptic world, she had been shocked by the sight of people killing zombies. This time, witnessing two martial artists nearly kill each other had also unsettled her deep inside. But her role didn’t allow her to panic. Holding the binoculars, she forced herself to watch their battle for a long time.

She had to overcome this psychological barrier because she knew that in the future, she might encounter even bloodier, more violent scenarios. She couldn’t afford to hesitate or be afraid—she had to face everything head-on. When she approached the blood-covered Xie Feng, she had to give herself multiple mental cues before she could step forward and talk to him with a smile.

Luckily, she had practiced acting daily using the Book of Memories. She pulled it off—Xie Feng didn’t suspect a thing and even brought her back to Qingyun Sect.

Everything that followed was a result of her composure and seizing every opportunity. She not only protected her team but also secured a vast amount of resources. The country had protected and supported her, and she had repaid that trust with equal value. With that, she could be at peace with herself.

It wasn’t without danger—if any step had gone wrong, they could have suffered casualties. Later, when they hid in the secret chamber, the danger was gone, but Shen Yunxuan still kept reading non-stop to earn more dimensional credits. Only after they safely returned did she finally allow herself to relax.

When she first got back and saw everyone’s excitement, she knew that martial arts fascinated them. So, in the meeting, she demonstrated the Fragrant Swan Steps for everyone. And since the settlement of dimensional credits was what everyone was most concerned about, she made sure to present everything clearly.

But when the meeting ended, and she was finally alone in her office, that lingering tension completely dissipated, and the exhaustion hit her like a tidal wave.

She indulged herself with a massive feast of her favorite grilled skewers, had some alcohol, and only then did she feel truly at ease. The stress had melted away. Truly, food had a way of soothing the soul—at least, it worked for her.

Now, lying comfortably under the covers with nothing to worry about, nothing to fear, Shen Yunxuan finally let out a relaxed smile and drifted into sleep.

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The entire building remained lively throughout the night. Everyone who had participated in the traversal was eager to practice martial arts. Knowing that Shen Yunxuan was asleep, they didn’t disturb her. Instead, they gathered in the first-floor training hall, correcting each other’s movements. Later, they shared drinks, filling the night with laughter and excitement.

Other staff members, curious about their experiences, gathered around to hear tales of the martial arts world. Meanwhile, the media team worked quickly to organize the recorded footage, projecting it for everyone to watch. The reactions were filled with awe—it was even more thrilling than television dramas!

Many people were itching to travel next time, wondering how they could secure a spot in future traversals. The special forces soldiers instantly became the center of envy, basking in their newfound admiration.

Meanwhile, the experts and researchers had fully immersed themselves in studying the treasures they had brought back, completely forgetting about sleep and rest.

From the outside, the building looked plain and unremarkable. No one would have guessed that inside, such incredible things were unfolding—secrets that could change the country, even alter the course of history.

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Shen Yunxuan slept until she naturally woke up. Stretching lazily, she got up and pulled open the curtains, letting the warm sunlight wash over her. She felt incredibly comfortable—more than she ever had before.

As she washed up, she noticed her skin looked significantly better. Then it hit her—this comfort was probably because her physical fitness had improved so drastically. She had started at just 105, but with a direct boost of 55 points, she had more than half of her previous baseline added on. That was a massive leap—truly a transformation.

She bounced lightly in place a couple of times, feeling the newfound agility in her body. Unable to contain her joy, she grinned at her reflection in the mirror.

After a bit of stretching in her office, she finally processed just how much she had gained from this traversal.

28,000 dimensional credits! And her personal share alone was 85,000!

In just one day, she had earned so many dimensional credits, learned internal energy cultivation techniques and lightfoot skills, contributed to her country, and gained the high regard of her entire department. She had proven her value, established an entire faction in the martial arts world, wiped out a demonic cult, and even formed sworn sibling bonds with Xie Feng and Xie Yun’er!

This was the highlight of her life! She had gained so much!

The joy and sense of accomplishment filled her with excitement, and she couldn’t stop smiling. This system was amazing!

After heading to the cafeteria for breakfast, she greeted and chatted with everyone before giving them some pointers on their Fragrant Swan Steps practice. Then, she returned to her office to start training in the internal energy technique left behind by Xie Yun’er’s father.

In the martial arts world, there were common, fundamental internal energy techniques that served as a good foundation for beginners. Once she obtained more advanced techniques in the future, she would be able to reach even greater heights.

Right now, she was still a novice. Even an ordinary internal energy technique was highly valuable to her—let alone the one hidden by Qingyun Sect, which had been valued at 10,000 dimensional credits. It was certainly a solid and worthwhile choice.

Xie Feng and Xie Yun’er had already developed their own styles, so they had found the technique unsuitable for themselves. But for Shen Yunxuan, who was a blank slate in martial arts, it was the perfect starting point.

She ignored her five senses and focused entirely on sensing the energy within her body. Following the methods described in the book, she attempted to guide the energy through her meridians, gradually carving out a path. She repeated this process over and over, accumulating and strengthening the energy. She had no idea how much time had passed when a transformation occurred—what was once a faint, fragile current of energy had grown stronger, eventually turning into true internal force!

Enhancing her physical fitness to the level of an elite soldier had proven incredibly effective. This time, guiding her energy flow was much easier, and the accumulation of energy happened much faster. Once it transformed into internal force, the cultivation method truly began to take effect, marking the official start of her internal cultivation.

For three consecutive days, Shen Yunxuan dedicated herself to training. Initially, her progress was rapid—the once thread-like energy quickly became as strong as steel wire. With internal force flowing through her, everything felt different. Her senses became sharper, her vision and hearing more acute, and she could easily lift and toss a rotating chair with one hand before catching it again. It wasn’t that her physical strength had dramatically increased, but rather that her internal force made her feel less restricted by external forces, allowing her to accomplish feats that once seemed impossible.

Now that she had real internal force, practicing the Fragrant Swan Steps became twice as effective. After repeating the footwork a few times, she had already reached a high level of proficiency. Her steps became lighter and faster, and soon, her feet barely touched the ground as she moved—her steps were like fleeting shadows, almost as if she wasn’t truly landing at all. She wasn’t sure whether she was actually touching the ground, but the movement looked effortless, as if she were floating rather than stepping.

During these days, the others were also busy. They worked at maximum speed to sort and classify all the items Shen Yunxuan had brought back, ensuring everything was properly documented. The 30% share allocated to her was also gathered and returned to her.

A formal report was prepared for submission to the higher-ups, and Elder Xu personally took it to meet with the commander, providing a detailed account of their journey to the martial arts world. When he spoke about Shen Yunxuan, he couldn’t help but express his admiration.

“Commander, I’m not exaggerating, but Yunxuan is a natural leader. She has already become the backbone of our team and is absolutely worth nurturing further. To be honest, even if Old Chen and I weren’t there this time, Yunxuan could have led the team and still completed the mission brilliantly.”

The commander chuckled and said, “Oh? It’s rare for you to praise someone like this. Are you here to ask for a reward for your granddaughter?”

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