Ch 215: Is There Really Such a Good Thing? [QT]

Shen Yunxuan returned to her original dimension, and as soon as midnight passed, the system settled her dimension currency—nearly ten million! This instantly propelled her to level eight.

After reaching level eight, the forced traversals would now be one month long. Each time she returned to her home dimension, she would be immediately transported to another dimension. This cycle would continue until she reached level nine, at which point the forced traversals would become irregular, occurring at random intervals.

In his past life, Zhang Yang had died upon reaching level eight because he couldn’t survive the constant traversals and failed to bring back enough resources to advance to level nine.

Over the next month, Shen Yunxuan’s level skyrocketed like a rocket. Aside from the vast amount of resources she brought back, she also absorbed faith power from various dimensions to accelerate her growth, all of which contributed to her currency settlement.

The Book of Memories had been a tremendous help, allowing her to surpass Zhang Yang’s achievements in just under a year, whereas he had struggled for over a decade.

This made Elder Xu and the others deeply concerned. Level eight meant she would constantly be transported to level-eight-level danger zones, and they no longer had confidence in their ability to protect her. Initially, when Shen Yunxuan had come to the government for protection, they had indeed provided her with great security. But now, they had to admit—they could no longer protect her. Instead, it was Shen Yunxuan who had given far more to the nation.

With only three days until the first of the month, Elder Xu felt an urgent crisis looming over him. There simply wasn’t enough time to prepare more advanced weaponry for Shen Yunxuan.

Shen Yunxuan smiled reassuringly. “Grandpa, don’t worry. Even if I have to go to a level-eight dimension, I’m not an easy target anymore. I’ll adapt accordingly. And don’t forget—I now have the highest IQ in the world. As long as they don’t kill me in one hit, I won’t die.”

Indeed, as long as there wasn’t an instant-kill situation, a smart person could always find ways to survive. But how could they not worry? Elder Xu wiped his face and said, “After all the contributions you’ve made, you could easily be awarded multiple first-class honors. I’ll go request approval from the higher-ups to arm you with the most powerful weapons available.”

Elder Xu thought to himself—if necessary, they would drop a nuclear bomb! Shen Yunxuan was now a national treasure, and there was no limit to the protection she deserved.

Shen Yunxuan, however, felt no fear or anxiety. Perhaps because she had experienced so many different dimensions, she now had a new perspective on life. Living a long life was naturally preferable, but if she couldn’t, she didn’t find it terrifying. She had lived each day to the fullest, never wasting a moment—that was enough.

So she didn’t dwell on the risks. Instead, she told Elder Xu, “This batch of supplies is crucial. And since a hundred trucks suddenly arrived today, it’s very likely that some rats have taken notice. I want to personally transport the supplies.”

That was exactly what worried Elder Xu. Previously, when Shen Yunxuan appeared on the variety show and showcased her abilities, she gained a huge amount of faith power, but at the same time, she also attracted the attention of foreign intelligence agencies. The Special Affairs Bureau was undoubtedly under surveillance. This time, the situation was urgent, and there was no better way—they had to move the supplies using a convoy of a hundred extended trucks. No matter how careful they were, someone would surely take notice.

The Bureau had a large protective formation to prevent outsiders from infiltrating, but transporting goods out of the Bureau would be dangerous. Leaving the supplies there wasn’t an option either—military and research bases were in far more secure, hidden locations, with much better research facilities than what was available at the Bureau.

Considering these risks, Shen Yunxuan decided to personally deliver the supplies—directly to the research base.

While Elder Xu sought approval for the base location and experts worked on categorizing all the materials, Shen Yunxuan stayed in her office studying the “Shrinking the Ground to Inches” technique. The secret military and research bases were not in Beijing but rather in remote areas. Flying there by plane or using her own spiritual power would take too much time, and the longer they delayed, the higher the risk. Time was of the essence.

Fortunately, with her enhanced cultivation, she could now use the Shrinking the Ground to Inches technique!

The top brass specially approved the mission, and all bases were issued classified orders. However, they were still unsure of what was happening. They had only handled some of the materials Shen Yunxuan previously brought back—things like energy crystals and nutritional supplements—but they had never directly interacted with her or understood the extent of her abilities. Now, they were being told to prepare for a top-secret handoff.

Where were they supposed to receive the delivery? When was it happening?

Nothing was clearly stated. They were simply instructed to wait until the items arrived.

It was barely 1 a.m., and yet they were supposed to wait like this?

Still, no one questioned the order. They simply followed the instructions, with only a handful of key personnel remaining on standby.

One of them yawned and joked, “What is it this time? Did they capture zombies or something? Otherwise, why are they making us old guys wait here?”

Another chuckled. “Are we sure that girl doesn’t have any powerful background? Other than the highest command, no one else would be worth us all gathering here in the middle of the night. Sleep deprivation is going to mess up tomorrow’s research.”

A more serious colleague frowned. “There must be a reason for this. If you’re bored, why not think about the problems in our projects? Figure out how to break through some of the bottlenecks.”

They all had their pride—top experts in their fields—who hated wasting time on meaningless matters. To them, waiting here in the middle of the night for some unknown young girl was absolutely pointless, and their patience was running thin.

They had barely started discussing their technical difficulties when, out of nowhere, a person suddenly appeared in the distance.

She had truly just appeared out of thin air.

The researchers were startled and immediately jumped to their feet.

“Why didn’t the security alarm go off?! Sound the alert!”

Shen Yunxuan raised her voice, “I am Shen Yunxuan. You must be waiting for me, right?”

The group froze for a moment, their hands hovering midair over the alarm button. “You’re Shen Yunxuan??”

She stepped forward, allowing them to see her clearly, and smiled. “I am. Code 0562437.”

“7953261.”

The codes matched. Shen Yunxuan quickly stepped up. “I have a large number of supplies for you. Where should I unload them? Time is tight, and they haven’t undergone disinfection and sterilization yet. It’s best to store them separately.”

“Follow us.” The group immediately composed themselves. No further verification was needed—if the code matched, they had to accept the delivery immediately. They were all comrades fulfilling a mission.

They led Shen Yunxuan to a large warehouse, where she waved her hand and instantly deposited a massive pile of supplies—nutritional supplements, vehicles, various types of robots, and more.

The group stared in shock, unable to resist stepping forward for a closer look. “This… this is…”

Shen Yunxuan handed them a USB drive. “I retrieved this from the interstellar dimension today. It contains all the books and data I collected. I haven’t sorted through them, so check if there’s anything useful. I have other deliveries to make, so I’ll be leaving now.”

“Wait!” One of them quickly called out, his voice filled with excitement as he saluted her. “Thank you! You’ve worked hard!”

Shen Yunxuan returned the salute. “You all work harder than I do. I’m counting on you for these.”

The top researchers of the nation had always been deserving of the highest respect and admiration.

Shen Yunxuan exited the warehouse and vanished from the base in the blink of an eye.

The researchers stepped out, scanning their surroundings. Their excitement was barely contained. “With abilities like hers, she could retrieve secrets from any country.”

“Look at you getting all worked up. Right now, the things in our warehouse are already the world’s biggest secrets.”

“Exactly! If we can crack these, our country will undoubtedly become the world’s strongest power!”

“Let’s go—no sleep tonight! Call everyone in! Work starts now!”

The elderly researchers, usually composed and reserved, were suddenly bursting with enthusiasm and determination.

Similar scenarios played out at various bases. Shen Yunxuan spent the entire night categorizing and delivering supplies to secret bases across the nation, completing the handovers while also setting up protective formations around them. Even if enemies discovered the bases’ locations, without dropping a nuclear bomb, they wouldn’t be able to break through her defenses. And once she reached a higher level in the future, she could return to reinforce the formations even further.

Afterward, Shen Yunxuan personally escorted the general and his men back, deliberately misleading the spies who had been tracking them.

The personnel who had driven the cargo trucks were all special forces—specifically, part of the two thousand soldiers she had trained. As they were preparing to leave the Bureau, they finally caught sight of Shen Yunxuan and, overwhelmed with excitement, shouted in unison, “Instructor!”

She smiled and nodded, handing each of them three protective talismans. “If you encounter danger, do not break formation. Just lead the rats straight to me. Understood?”

“Understood! Instructor, do we really have to leave? Can we stay and follow you instead?”

The general beside them chuckled and scolded, “You’re trying to switch teams right in front of me, huh? If you want to follow Instructor Shen, then train harder for the next selection exam.” Then, turning to Shen Yunxuan, he smiled and said, “Your grandfather and I are old war buddies—brothers who’ve gone through life-and-death together. Just call me Grandpa Feng.”

“Grandpa Feng, then let’s get moving.”

The cargo trucks were loaded with empty boxes covered with tarps, making them appear full. As dawn was just beginning to break, one truck after another rolled out of the Bureau. Immediately, the spies lurking nearby sprang into action, contacting their superiors and tailing the convoy.

Shen Yunxuan had her team continuously scan the surroundings with thermal imaging devices, identifying the number of pursuers and their locations.

As expected, once they reached a more isolated area, the enemies made their move with full force. The road ahead was covered with spike strips, caltrops, and other obstacles, forcing the convoy to halt. Gunfire erupted, smoke grenades were thrown, and multiple groups of assailants began closing in—each from different factions, not just to steal the cargo but also to fight each other for it.

Shen Yunxuan immediately leaped out of the truck window, grabbing the closest enemy, dislocating their jaw and limbs before knocking them unconscious and tossing them into the truck. The general wasted no time securing the enemy with handcuffs and shackles.

The special forces soldiers swiftly exited their vehicles, activating the Fragrant Swan Steps to dodge bullets while engaging in combat. Those who could overpower their enemies captured them alive, while those who were outmatched led their opponents toward Shen Yunxuan’s position.

For the first time, everyone witnessed Shen Yunxuan’s combat skills in action—her precision, speed, and sheer power. She could crush a gun into scrap metal with her bare hands, and her movements were so fast that they often lost sight of her entirely. She was far beyond their imagination.

The enemies had come prepared, sending their top operatives—fighters as skilled as Gao Lang and Dong Yue. Some even utilized bizarre techniques from their respective countries, such as headless flying curses, underground burrowing techniques, and various mystical arts. Several special forces soldiers were injured, and if not for the protective talismans they carried, some would have already lost their lives.

These enemies had all watched the variety show and knew that Shen Yunxuan was formidable. That was why they had sent so many elite operatives to capture her. They encircled her, their eyes gleaming with greed—every faction wanted to take her alive.

But they had gravely underestimated her.

Shen Yunxuan had doubled in strength since the variety show.

No matter how powerful they were, could they possibly be stronger than the Black Mountain Demon King?

Shen Yunxuan unleashed her magical artifacts and talismans, her invisible spiritual attacks striking from all directions. In just half an hour, she had already defeated several enemies and held the absolute upper hand. The remaining ones, realizing the situation was turning against them, attempted to flee but were all captured by her. Even one who tried to commit suicide was swiftly subdued and knocked unconscious.

As everything returned to peace, Shen Yunxuan finally took a breath.

General Feng stepped forward and asked, “How are you? Any injuries?”

Shen Yunxuan glanced at herself. “Just a few scratches, nothing serious.” She smiled. “Today was a huge success. These people must know a lot of secrets; make sure to interrogate them thoroughly.”

General Feng laughed heartily. “That was exhilarating! No wonder Old Xu was in such a hurry to take you in as his granddaughter. That old fox really has good judgment. Come, let’s take these people in for interrogation. Then I’ll take you to see the Commander.”

This was a direct order from the Commander himself. Shen Yunxuan had been too busy improving her skills, and the Commander had been even busier, so they hadn’t arranged a meeting before. But after everything she had accomplished—pulling off a major operation, taking immense risks, and now preparing to travel to the eighth-level dimension, which Zhang Yang had called a death sentence—the Commander had to meet her personally. Elder Xu and Elder Chen had already gone ahead and were waiting for Shen Yunxuan to finish here and join them.

Shen Yunxuan accompanied the General in transferring the captured spies to a secret prison. The interrogation no longer required her presence—there were professionals for that. Even if these captives were tough and refused to reveal anything, they could still be used as bargaining chips in negotiations. Either way, it was a guaranteed win.

Afterward, she met the Commander for the first time. Unlike the distant figure she had seen on television, meeting him face-to-face carried a powerful presence—yet beneath that authority, there was also a sense of kindness.

The Commander smiled and said, “No need to be formal, Xiao Shen. We old folks all see you as one of our own, and we’re truly proud of you. There’s no need for politeness.”

Seeing Shen Yunxuan nod, the Commander continued, “Old Xu has already told me everything. You did an excellent job this time—achieving maximum gain with minimal cost. Well done!”

“Thank you, Commander!” Shen Yunxuan’s eyes sparkled, and she sat upright with perfect posture. No matter how much her strength had grown, receiving praise directly from the nation’s leader filled her with immense honor and excitement.

The Commander went on to commend her bravery, intelligence, and ability to remain calm under pressure. He acknowledged how, from the moment she had been schemed into binding the system, she had carefully navigated her survival, then saved Elder Xu, then voluntarily offered herself to the nation, dedicating herself to training and improvement without pause, all for the greater good. He praised her loyalty and commitment—she was truly outstanding.

Shen Yunxuan listened intently, realizing that the Commander knew every detail of her journey. Although this was their first meeting, he had clearly reviewed all her dimensional travels, even analyzing how she could elevate her influence in each world. This was a perspective she had never considered before—the viewpoint of a true national leader. She gained valuable insights just from listening.

She felt deeply moved. Initially, she had only sought protection, but instead, she had gained the sincere support of so many people. Looking at the lines at the corners of the Commander’s eyes, she suddenly thought about his age. She then brought up the fact that her system had reached level eight and that she had nearly ten million dimensional credits. She asked the Commander if he wanted anything from the system store.

The Commander chuckled and shook his head without hesitation. “Birth, aging, sickness, and death—these are natural. You binding the system is a national treasure, and your earnings should be spent where they matter most: building the nation, helping the people, and strengthening yourself. Don’t worry about any individual.”

He then added with a smile, “Didn’t you already develop a basic cultivation method? I practice it when I have time—it’s enough to keep me healthy.”

Seeing the sincerity and kindness in his eyes, Shen Yunxuan suddenly felt a little ashamed. Her initial caution had been too small-minded. The Commander had no selfish motives—his only concern was the country. She had underestimated his integrity.

Since this was a rare meeting, the Commander had Shen Yunxuan change into her military uniform and personally awarded her the Special Merit Medal. Elder Xu, General Feng, and the others clapped enthusiastically, capturing photos to commemorate the moment. Although these images wouldn’t be released publicly for now, they would certainly be recorded in history someday.

Shen Yunxuan solemnly saluted and declared, “I will always be loyal to my country. I will do everything in my power to protect the nation and never betray the trust placed in me!”

The Commander patted her shoulder with a smile. “Good child. Do your best. And remember, safety first.”

The meeting ended shortly after, and Shen Yunxuan’s military rank was officially promoted to General.

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Back at the Bureau, she rested alone in her office, contemplating why the Commander had refused to buy anything from the system’s store. Then, she suddenly understood—he was preventing the possibility of others doing so.

Who doesn’t have illnesses? The highest-ranking leaders of the nation were all elderly. Who among them wouldn’t benefit from miraculous medicines? What about their families? Their closest friends? If they allowed exceptions, who would be included? Who would be excluded? And if everyone was included, how much dimensional currency would it take to buy life-saving medicines for them all? And if their lives were extended indefinitely, would they always remain steadfast and selfless, or would power eventually corrupt them?

The Commander had already thought further ahead than anyone else.

So the Commander decisively put an end to it all. If he refused to buy anything, then who could possibly bypass him to do so? By cutting off this possibility from the start, all personal desires were extinguished before they could even arise. This ensured that everyone remained united in their efforts for the country’s development, without unnecessary distractions, making things much simpler.

Shen Yunxuan couldn’t help but admire the Commander’s wisdom. With just a few words, many potential complications were resolved before they even became issues. After meeting him, she felt that even her own way of thinking had undergone a transformation.

The world—no, the entire multiverse—was vast. She could no longer limit herself to just one dimension; her vision needed to extend even further.

Shen Yunxuan’s ability to adapt and grow continuously was largely due to the Book of Memories. Across so many worlds, she had integrated the knowledge from the book better than anyone else. Her cultivation had strengthened her divine sense, and her increased intelligence had given her a memory palace that made understanding complex concepts effortless. As a result, all the experiences recorded in the Book of Memories had become part of her own skills and knowledge.

It was as if she were a seasoned traveler of the multiverse, acquiring countless abilities and witnessing countless civilizations. Naturally, this had matured her, making her approach all matters with a calm and composed mind.

Before, she might have been plagued by stray thoughts and unnecessary worries. But now, she felt as if she had ascended another level in her spiritual awareness—her heart was at peace, and her core was stronger than ever.

Even when Gao Lang rushed in to tell her that Zhang Yang had been convicted of serious financial crimes, including bribing officials with massive sums, and had been sentenced to death, Shen Yunxuan felt no emotion. The man she had once despised had long since faded into irrelevance in her life, disappearing like dust in the wind.

Before his execution, Zhang Yang raved hysterically, laughing and crying, “None of this is real! This is a dream! Yes, a dream! I am the chosen one, picked by the system to travel across dimensions. I have died before and come back to life—I cannot be executed! This is impossible. This is all fake!”

He then shouted, “Shen Yunxuan! I want to see Shen Yunxuan! I gave her that system—she owes me! I am her benefactor! She must save me. Yes, I demand negotiations! I want immunity! I know everything about the future! I am a reincarnator!”

Due to Zhang Yang’s unique nature, his arrest, detention, and execution were handled entirely by the Bureau, without any outside involvement. They feared he might reveal classified information, just like he was doing now. But the officers remained unmoved by his words. Without reacting, they continued preparing the lethal injection, strapping him to the execution bed.

As Zhang Yang saw the needle getting closer, his whole body trembled violently, cold sweat pouring down his face. “No, I can’t die! I was reborn—how could I end up worse off than my previous life?! This is all Shen Yunxuan’s fault! It’s the system’s fault! It’s—”

The needle pierced his skin, and the injection took effect. His pupils dilated, and his breath stopped. He could blame no one anymore.

The officers present shook their heads. Being reborn didn’t necessarily guarantee a better life. Those with true ability would learn from their failures, improving their lives without needing a second chance. If they did get a second chance, they would soar even higher. But those without ability, who ruined their own lives, would only continue to do so even if given a fresh start. Zhang Yang was the perfect example.

They shuddered to think about the chaos Zhang Yang might have caused if the system had remained in his hands. How many people would have suffered? How much damage would have been inflicted upon the nation? Fortunately, the system now belonged to Shen Yunxuan, and instead of fearing the future, they could look forward to it with hope. She was using her power to strengthen the country.

At that very moment, Shen Yunxuan was in her office, drawing talismans—many, many talismans. Some for defense, some for attack—everything she could think of, she prepared.

On the eve of the first day of the month, she and fifty special forces soldiers gathered in the transversal chamber, preparing for their next journey. She distributed thick stacks of talismans to them, along with storage pouches filled with weapons and medicine.

She solemnly instructed them, “Your safety is the highest priority. If you encounter danger, use the communication talisman immediately. I will know your location and will come as fast as I can. Remember—never fight recklessly. Staying alive is the most important thing. As long as you survive, I will find a way to bring you all back.”

The soldiers nodded with equal solemnity. But in their hearts, they swore an oath—if they encountered danger, even if they all perished, they would ensure that Shen Yunxuan survived.

The dangers of an eighth-level dimension were beyond anyone’s imagination. They would be there for an entire month, and surviving would be no easy feat. Zhang Yang had repeatedly claimed that an eighth-level world was a death trap, making everyone uneasy.

Fortunately, Shen Yunxuan had spent the past few months frantically leveling up and acquiring vast amounts of resources. Now, not only had everyone awakened their abilities and gained cultivation skills, but they also had storage bags filled with advanced firearms and talismans, significantly increasing their chances of survival. This was all thanks to Shen Yunxuan. They were willing to lay down their lives for her, ready to fight to the death if necessary.

As soon as the first of the month arrived, Shen Yunxuan and the soldiers linked their wristbands. In an instant, their vision blurred, and they were transported to a new dimension.

Before they could even get a good look at their surroundings, a powerful spiritual attack surged toward them. Shen Yunxuan immediately raised her hand, using her spiritual energy to shield everyone. Even so, they were forced to retreat over ten steps before coming to a stop.

Looking up, Shen Yunxuan saw a fierce battle taking place—a monstrous beast and a malevolent ghost were engaged in combat against four individuals.

What shocked her most was that those four people were on par with her in strength, while the beast and the ghost were even stronger.

Sure enough, surviving in an eighth-level world wasn’t going to be easy!

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Sandy: Last chapter pw protected. Please find pw in TOC.