Chapter 289 - 258: Complete Transformation (3)
Chapter 289: Chapter 258: Complete Transformation (3)
He was just testing it out; he wasn’t actually planning to make the change.
While having an incredible Appearance could open many doors, it wasn’t necessary at the moment.
Just knowing that it was possible to change it was enough.
Besides Appearance, other Attributes could also be changed.
Zhao Chi tried changing "Constitution" next.
Just like before, a golden light flared.
The process was identical to when he had modified his Appearance.
Zhao Chi transferred 10 points from Intelligence to the 6 points in Constitution.
However, the number of Improvement Points consumed was different.
〖This data transfer will consume 4 Improvement Points. Confirm?〗
Improving Constitution cost 1 fewer Improvement Point than improving Appearance.
’But logically, Constitution is more important.’
’So why does it cost less?’
’Could it be based on the specific values of the Attributes being modified?’
Zhao Chi tried again.
Transferring between Constitution (6) and agility (7) only cost 1 Improvement Point.
But transferring between agility (7) and Intelligence (10) cost 3 Improvement Points.
’Looks like my guess was right.’
The required Improvement Points were based on the difference between the values of the two Attributes.
He continued scrolling down.
Enhancement points could be transferred!
Zhao Chi was currently Level 13. He had 13 Enhancement Points from leveling up and another 5 from his Profession, for a total of 18. All of them had been allocated to Life, resulting in Life +108%.
When Zhao Chi clicked on this entry, he saw that all the other Branch Attributes also lit up with a golden glow.
’Even this can be changed...’
Zhao Chi gave it a try.
〖This data transfer will consume 2 Improvement Points. Confirm?〗
Reallocating Enhancement Points for Branch Attributes cost far fewer Improvement Points.
It took 2 Improvement Points to transfer all 18 Enhancement Points.
’It seems to cost 1 Improvement Point for every 10 Enhancement Points.’
’Not bad.’
He continued down the list.
Next were the Hero Attributes.
Zhao Chi’s current Position was Village Chief, so all his Hero Attributes were increased by 2 points.
Just like the Basic Attributes, the Hero Attributes could also be swapped with each other.
However, the cost in Improvement Points was the same as for Branch Attributes: 10% of the difference between the values being transferred.
For example, moving points from his 20-point Commander stat to his 10-point Martial Arts stat cost 1 Improvement Point.
’Not bad, not bad at all.’
’It really can be changed on multiple levels.’
He looked further down.
Skills and Talents couldn’t be modified.
But Professional Skills could be!
All three of Zhao Chi’s current Professional Skills were glowing with golden light.
He tried to transfer the 11 points from Swordsmanship to the 6 points in Constitution, but Constitution didn’t light up; the transfer was impossible.
However, the 11 points in Swordsmanship could be swapped with the 41 points in Sewing.
’Looks like you can only transfer points within the same major category.’
Zhao Chi clicked to initiate the transfer again.
〖This data transfer will consume 3 Improvement Points. Confirm?〗
Similarly, the cost was 10% of the difference between the values being transferred.
The values for Swordsmanship and Sewing were 30 points apart, so it cost 3 Improvement Points.
’What about Specializations?’
Zhao Chi kept testing.
He discovered that points could be transferred between different Specializations as well.
The cost in Improvement Points also followed the 10% of the difference rule.
After a long time experimenting, Zhao Chi finally had a general understanding of 〖True Transplantation〗.
The rule was: only transferring points between Basic Attributes cost Improvement Points equal to the difference in their values.
For everything else—Branch Attributes, Hero Attributes, and Professional Skills—the cost was 10% of the difference.
He had to admit, this Talent would give his Combat Power a massive boost.
Right now, Zhao Chi’s Intelligence was 10. If necessary, he could transfer those points in battle to make his Power 10.
He would be incredibly strong.
If he needed to travel quickly or launch a surprise attack, he could shift his agility to 10.
The only cost would be a few Improvement Points.
’Looks like I’ll need to buy more Racial Improvement Books from now on.’
However, there was still an issue.
The same as before: the question of whether he could let it be known.
’I definitely can’t let anyone find out about this.’
Only the Talent 〖True Transplantation〗 itself couldn’t be revealed.
His ridiculously high stats after a transfer, on the other hand, were fine.
After all, there were countless varied skills, attribute-boosting Talents, and items in this world.
This meant he could finally hold his own in a fight.
Zhao Chi’s Mood was excellent.
But he didn’t let the excitement go to his head.
He knew this wasn’t the time to celebrate.
He needed to use those two Improved Genes right away.
He had just been agonizing over whether he should use one of the Improvements on himself. Now that he could transfer his own stats, there was no need.
He could just use them to improve Tang Ruan and the others.
But one problem remained.
He was still short one "Individual Gene Expansion Stone."
’Maybe... I should ask the Clan Leader?’
’I have 1,782 Gold Coins now, so I should have enough even if I have to buy it.’
Zhao Chi tried to contact him and succeeded!
It seemed the rebels’ signal jamming only affected the River Valley Town area; it was back to normal outside of it.
Zhao Chi sent a message directly to the Clan Leader: "Clan Leader, I’m currently in need of one ’Individual Gene Expansion Stone.’ Does our clan have any? I’m willing to buy it, even if the price is a little high."
Zhao Shizhang replied quickly: "Yes, I have one right here. You can come and get it."
’Perfect.’
It was true what they say: those who survive a great disaster are blessed with good fortune.
Today had been a roller coaster ride from heaven to hell, and back to heaven again.
He just didn’t know if tomorrow would bring heaven or hell.
Zhao Chi sent another message, "That’s great, Clan Leader. How much do you want for it?"
Zhao Shizhang replied, "No charge. This one is from my personal stash, not the clan’s. I can give it to you."
Zhao Chi typed back, "It’s fine, Clan Leader. I can afford it. I won a bit from some bets, so I should have enough."
Zhao Shizhang’s reply came with a laugh, "Hahaha, no need. I’ve always said I wanted to invest heavily in your development, but I never had the Energy. Now that you’ve asked, I’m more than happy to give this to you. Just consider it my investment."
Zhao Chi didn’t argue any further.
He headed straight for the clan’s main building.
Zhao Shizhang didn’t hesitate or demand any conditions.
He wore an expression of gentle affection, like a grandfather giving his grandson a red envelope for the new year.
But Zhao Chi knew the value of this Genetic Expansion Stone.
He once again felt a hint of pressure.
This wasn’t the same kind of pressure he’d felt when taking the Treasure Chest from Zhao Quan, but the pressure that came with responsibility.
Zhao Shizhang had once mentioned that the clan was weak and the younger generation’s abilities were merely Ordinary.
He hoped that if Zhao Chi became truly powerful one day, he would look after the clan.
At the time, Zhao Chi hadn’t been sure if the Clan Leader was just encouraging him or if he genuinely meant it.
But now, he felt that Zhao Shizhang was being completely sincere.
After thanking Zhao Shizhang profusely, Zhao Chi returned to his territory.
Regardless, he now had what he needed.
He had to get stronger first. Everything else would follow.
The Supplies were all gathered!
’Time to begin!’
When he returned to his territory this time, the figures of the Female Soldiers were everywhere.
Especially in the Carefree Spring, which was filled with the lively chatter and laughter of women.
There were flashes of pale skin everywhere.
"Huh? The Lord is here. Quick, make some room."
"Come over here, Lord."
"You can come over to our side, too."
"Hee hee, aren’t you afraid Sister Gu will pinch you?"
"Of course not! Don’t be silly, Sister Gu Qing is very gentle."
"Is that so? Then come over here, Lord."
Zhao Chi shook his head and smiled. "You all just relax. I’m looking for Tang Ruan. Where is she?"
Even with his 10 points of Intelligence and extremely high Perception...
...there were simply too many women here.
With a view full of pale, supple bodies, Zhao Chi was having a hard time spotting her.
And as for trying to find her by scent...
...the air was a jumble of various perfumes mixed with a salty aroma.
It was difficult to pick out Tang Ruan’s specific scent from the mix.
"I’m over here!"
Tang Ruan was in the deep end, practicing diving with Gu Qing.
Hearing Zhao Chi call for her, she squeezed her way over to him.
While it wasn’t quite shoulder-to-shoulder, with so many people inside, the Carefree Spring definitely felt a bit crowded.
’Looks like the Carefree Spring needs an expansion.’
’Either I buy a new Blueprint and build a second one...’
’...or I buy an expansion Blueprint.’
’Of course, a Super-Improvement Blueprint would be even better.’
’But I haven’t seen any of those yet.’
’It’s not urgent for now. They can just take turns soaking.’
"Lord, what did you need me for?"
"Come on, let’s talk over to the side."
"Should I get dressed?"
"Up to you."
"Hee hee~ Then I won’t!"