I handed over the game to the gaming industry, and the government gave me a hacked version.

How to solve Chapter 35? Spend money!

The command center for the "Kryptonite" project, located hundreds of meters underground, is brightly lit, like daytime.

Chen You sat at the head of the long conference table and recounted his experiences in the game that morning in detail.

From entering the City Lord's Mansion to the membership system of the Supreme Tower.

From drawing the Heavenly Rank Sword Technique from the Lucky Wheel to achieving instant kills and gold coin bounties in the training ground.

As he spoke, he discreetly observed Li Guoan's expression.

The bureau chief, with slightly graying temples, remained calm throughout, his fingers rhythmically tapping lightly on the table, making a soft "tap, tap" sound, making it impossible to guess what he was thinking.

Even after Chen You finished speaking, he still didn't know whether his impulsive act of "spending money recklessly" was right or wrong.

After all, from a rational perspective, there is no need to cause conflict.

Even though he was criticized, Chen You didn't regret it.

Anyone who dares to insult China will be met with no mercy!

Li Guoan listened quietly, his deep gaze sweeping over everyone present. After a moment of contemplation, he finally spoke.

"Offering gold coins as a bounty to get others to do the work for you is a great idea."

Li Guoan's voice was calm, yet carried an unquestionable authority.

"This is both a deterrent and a declaration."

"It proclaims the way of doing things in our Chinese civilization: we welcome friends with fine wine, but we meet wolves with hunting rifles."

Chen You quietly breathed a sigh of relief.

"However," Li Guoan changed the subject, his eyes sharp as knives.

"Next time, don't make such a big fuss. The tallest tree in the forest is the first to be felled by the wind."

"Financial resources are our trump card; we won't reveal them unless absolutely necessary."

"Understood." Chen You nodded emphatically.

The hostile stares he felt before logging off proved this point.

"Let's all share our opinions," Li Guoan said, his gaze sweeping over the panel of experts present.

Tactical team leader Zhang Yunhai was the first to stand up.

"Director, based on the previous intelligence, I have three preliminary judgments," Zhang Yunhai said rapidly.

"First, the financial resources of the lower-level players in the 'Origin Realm' are far lower than we imagined. Ten gold coins are a huge sum of money for them, enough to make them fight desperately."

This raises a second question: Is it that they don't have the money to spend on in-game purchases, or that they lack the means to do so?

"One gold coin is equal to one million Chinese yuan, which is an extremely high threshold for ordinary people in any country."

"I tend to think that players from other civilizations simply don't have a way to access the real-world currency system."

"Chen You is the only exception."

"Third, and most importantly," Zhang Yunhai said, his tone becoming serious.

"Judging from the difficulty of the giant chicken quest in the starting village, the beginner's guide in 'Source Realm' should be based on the average physical attributes of multiple civilizations."

"Our initial physical abilities as humans were below this average level."

"That's why Chen You felt it was extremely difficult before he spent money on in-game purchases."

He paused, then looked at Chen You.

"Chen You, what did you think of the orc Kag you encountered in the game, his strength and physique?"

Chen You recalled: "Very strong, muscles like stone."

"If it were before I entered the Qi Refining stage, I feel like I wouldn't be a match for ten of them."

But after entering the first level of Qi Refining...

Data team leader Sun Feng immediately chimed in, "I completely agree with the team leader's speculation."

"This explains why the top of the rankings are dominated by beings like the Titans and the Elven gods."

"Different civilizations and races may have vastly different initial attributes and growth templates."

"We humans may be at an extreme disadvantage in terms of the initial template."

"That's all very well said," Li Guoan nodded, interrupting their analysis.

"But these speculations do not offer any real help in our current predicament."

He looked around at everyone and said, word by word, "Our top priority right now is only one—upgrade!"

"Upgrade at all costs! Before the 30-day newbie protection period ends, Chen You must possess the strength to protect himself, and even to turn the tables!"

Li Guoan's voice suddenly turned cold.

"The system says that a player's death will bring a 'massive catastrophe' to their civilization. It says that it 'does not necessarily' lead to real-world death."

"Everyone, don't harbor any illusions!"

"This 'not necessarily' could very well mean that the so-called disaster includes the actual death of the player!"

"No matter what the disaster, it is a burden that our Chinese nation cannot bear!"

A chilling cold instantly enveloped the entire conference room.

Yes, this is more than just a game.

This was a war that gambled with the fate of the nation.

Zhang Yunhai took a deep breath and steered the conversation back on track: "Chen You, how do you learn the subsequent moves of your Heaven-Rank Sword Technique, 'Heaven-Breaking Sword Technique'?"

"I'm not sure either." Chen You recalled his skill interface.

"The skill level for the move 'Jinghong' is related to proficiency."

"I've only used it once, and it's currently at 5.3%."

"I suspect that we might have to wait until our proficiency reaches 100% before we can unlock or learn the next move."

"That means we have to keep using it..." Zhang Yunhai said thoughtfully. "It seems that grinding monsters is an unavoidable path."

Biologist Zhang Ping quietly chimed in, "I also think we should grind monsters."

His eyes were filled with a longing for the new biological sample, and everyone knew it, so no one responded.

Li Guoan seemed to have thought of something, and his deep gaze turned to Chen You again.

That gaze was calm, yet it carried a penetrating scrutiny that made Chen You's heart, which had just settled, quietly rise again.

"Xiao Chen." Li Guoan's voice wasn't loud, but it was enough to make the entire conference room so quiet you could hear a pin drop.

"You just said that the 'Supreme Building' also offers consultation services?"

"Yes, that's right." Chen You nodded. "The guide, Hill, said that VIP members have the right to consult the VIP Building about any issues."

Li Guoan leaned forward slightly.

"Then why don't you ask?"

"Why not ask it how to level up the fastest?!"

boom!

Chen You's mind went blank with a buzz.

He froze, his mouth agape, unable to utter a single word.

yes……

Why shouldn't I ask?

I forgot as soon as I stepped out the door!

That seemingly insignificant "consulting service" didn't attract his attention at all!

Seeing Chen You's regretful and dazed expression, the sharpness in Li Guoan's eyes slowly faded, turning into a trace of helplessness.

"Xiao Chen, you must remember this." He tapped the table, his voice heavy.

"You're not playing a game right now; you're pioneering a path that's never been before."

"On this path, any piece of information could determine our life or death, success or failure."

"Your techniques are all temporary. It's intelligence that will make you stronger!"

"Find the most efficient upgrade path; every minute and second saved could become your survival asset thirty days from now!"

Li Guoan's words were piercing to the heart.

Chen You's face burned with shame, and he lowered his head in embarrassment.

"I...I understand, Chief. I'll do it next time..."

"There won't be a next time," Li Guoan interrupted him directly. "Go now!"

He turned to look at his assistant behind him, his tone leaving no room for argument.

"Transfer another billion to Chen You's account."

"What?!"

This time, it wasn't just Chen You who exclaimed in surprise; even biology expert Zhang Ping and materials expert Qian Zhonghua gasped in astonishment.

One billion!

That's not game currency, it's real China currency!

Chen You was taken aback again.

He was already used to transfers of hundreds of millions of yuan.

However, the fact that he could transfer 10 billion yuan so easily still caught him somewhat off guard.

Li Guoan's gaze returned to Chen You, and his tone became more serious than ever before.

"There may be other ways, but it would cost money."

"Once you're inside, go to the Supreme Building immediately. Ask me about every single problem that can be solved with money!"

"First, how to efficiently reach level 10 and unlock the dungeon feature!"

"Secondly, what are the specific rules for PVP after the new player protection period ends? Besides the ranked arena, what is the penalty mechanism for open-world feuds?"

"Third," Li Guoan paused, a deep glint in his eyes, "if possible, try asking some deeper questions."

He lowered his voice and said, word by word:

"Ask it, 'Who created the 'Source Realm'?"

"And what is its ultimate goal?"