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Chapter 302: Model Worker Zhang Yu (Please Vote for Me)
When Zhang Yu returned to the dormitory and shared his idea, Zhang Pianpian told him to wait a moment—then sent him a file.
Zhang Yu asked curiously, “What’s this?”
Zhang Pianpian replied, “The chemical plant that exploded this time belongs to Mingxin Group.”
“Technically, Mingxin Group is a subsidiary of Dan Ding Sect, one of the Top Ten Sects. Its primary mission in the Second Layer is manufacturing pharmaceuticals for sale to higher-ups.”
“This document I sent you contains the inventory of equipment, construction materials, and interior decoration supplies used at the plant.”
“Plus, the raw material procurement list.”
Zhang Pianpian added, “But just having names isn’t enough. You’ll have to recognize the materials yourself.”
Zhang Yu glanced over the list and thought, With this combined with Civil Engineering Department textbooks, I should be able to identify about seventy percent of it.
“But these pharmaceutical raw materials…” He suddenly remembered Le Mulan.
That same afternoon, after school, Zhang Yu approached Le Mulan and asked her to help identify the properties and distinguishing features of certain raw materials.
As a student in the Pharmacology Department, Le Mulan had her own solid knowledge base and access to the Great Library’s resources. Bit by bit, she managed to help Zhang Yu identify most of the ingredients.
From then on, Zhang Yu’s days were consumed by nothing but collect, identify, eat—over and over again.
To have more time for this, he even applied for a leave of absence from the department.
The Civil Engineering Department approved his request almost instantly.
After all, what’s wrong with a student skipping class to earn extra money? Especially since it was their own project.
…
Inside the factory grounds.
“Found another meal!” Zhang Yu picked up several metallic fragments and swallowed them whole. Third-grade spiritual alloy—perfect for valves under high temperature and pressure. Just right for reinforcing my bones.
As Shi Tu Shen Gong circulated, he felt a subtle heaviness in his hand bones—slight but noticeable changes in density and weight.
Moments later, he grabbed a handful of black fragments and chomped down.
“High-molecular polymer—used for shock-absorbing components in high-wear environments. Perfect for reinforcing my joints.”
“She Tian Mo Sui—bio-material crafted from insect essence. Resistant to acid, alkali, high heat, extremely tough and impact-resistant. Originally used in drug filtration. Now, I’ll forge it into my bone membrane.”
Since the repair work would last only about 15 days, and network and surveillance systems might be restored even earlier, Zhang Yu had already mapped out a strict eating schedule.
“Instead of randomly consuming everything, patching myself up haphazardly,” he decided, “I should focus on a few key materials and prioritize boosting my bone strength.”
With that goal set, Zhang Yu became like a customer at a seafood buffet who locks eyes on one dish and devours it nonstop.
With wave after wave of consumption, his bones grew stronger, firmer, denser. His body felt heavier than before.
But he didn’t neglect medicines and raw materials either.
Especially after hearing Zhang Pianpian say the drugs produced here were destined for upper-level clients, his interest deepened.
“This is extract of Wuxia Feilan—long-term use enhances hearing and vision.”
“This is concentrated essence of Zibai Wenzhi—boosts the fire element in Martial Energy.”
“This is Jingxue Su, extract of Jingxue Grass—used to heighten physical sensitivity…”
As he tested and identified more raw materials, disappointment crept in.
After all, it’s a mass-production plant. If I keep eating raw ingredients, I’ll waste too much of my time.
So, Zhang Yu ultimately shifted his focus to the leaked semi-finished drugs.
It wasn’t that he didn’t want to collect finished products—those had already been scavenged by the plant’s own recovery team during the first wave of disaster relief.
But semi-finished drugs came with uncertainty—no one could say for sure whether they worked, or how.
Yet thanks to the drug list Zhang Pianpian provided and Le Mulan’s help, Zhang Yu could confirm that nothing produced here would exceed his body’s tolerance level under the University Holy Body.
So he had no choice but to try them one by one—each day felt like drawing a lottery ticket.
One dark, sticky paste—he swallowed it, and suddenly felt his Spirit Root stir in his Qi Sea. His Spirit Root Fusion Degree showed faint signs of improvement.
Another yellow powder—after eating it, his skin itched violently, and several scales sprouted. Panicked, he stopped immediately and pulled them off.
Some semi-finished drugs made his mind feel lighter, and his cultivation technique flowed more smoothly.
Others caused him to stretch and grow—his body expanded, and his natural height soared to 2.05 meters. He had to consciously compress his frame.
In short, the semi-finished drugs varied wildly in appearance and effect. Zhang Yu couldn’t tell the difference, so he just ate and tested, experiencing sudden, unpredictable boosts to his physique.
But the most unforgettable moment came when he found a single golden pill—the only finished drug recovered during the entire plant reconstruction.
When Zhang Yu swallowed it, an overwhelming surge of vitality flooded his body. He felt energized in ways he couldn’t describe—like every cell was singing.
Later, after Zhang Pianpian and Le Mulan analyzed it, they confirmed: it was a Life Extension Pill. Swallowing it granted approximately one extra year of life.
“Life Extension Pill?” Zhang Yu murmured, stunned. “But this wasn’t on the plant’s official drug list…”
Zhang Pianpian didn’t explain as usual. Instead, he said simply, “Longevity enhancement is a highly sensitive resource. It’s of great importance. Don’t ask. Don’t interfere. Don’t think about it.”
Zhang Yu suppressed his curiosity, but his mind raced: Could this explosion have been tied to the Life Extension Pill?
Fifteen days passed in a flash.
As the network stabilized, the Array repaired, and surveillance restored, Zhang Yu gradually found no more opportunities to “pig out” and scavenge.
Yu Xinghan, watching Zhang Yu return to the dorm, couldn’t help but ask, “You’ve been working so hard every day—why do you look a bit heavier?”
Zhang Yu shrugged. “Overwork obesity.”
Yu Xinghan chuckled. “And… did you grow taller?”
Zhang Yu waved casually. “Good technique. Second puberty.”
Thanks to relentless consumption, Zhang Yu’s strength had surged dramatically.
His bones, now infused with high-performance materials, had seen a massive upgrade—far stronger than just half a month ago.
Zhang Yu thought: With this dense, high-strength skeletal structure, combined with Tu Mu Holy Body? I’d be nearly invulnerable.
What made it even better was that this bone reinforcement didn’t change when he switched Chain Law Diagram sets. It was compatible with Tu Mu Holy Body, University Holy Body, Martial Dao Holy Embryo, and other cultivation gear.
And as his bones strengthened, his Physical Strength Level climbed steadily—now reaching 12.31.
His Spirit Root Fusion Degree had also broken through, now at 90%.
His natural height had increased to 2.08 meters, and with his bones and height changing, his weight kept rising—further amplifying his explosive power.
Other base stats also improved: Dao Heart reached Level 12 (68.1%), and Martial Energy broke through to 401.1.
Zhang Yu sighed inwardly: If I had to buy all these materials and drugs myself, it’d cost at least twenty or thirty Lingbi.
All he could think was: Too bad… I can’t take any of it out.
Ah well. Who takes food from a buffet and tries to pack it home?
But I wonder… is my current level good enough to make it into the top three in class?
Tomorrow, after class, I’ll update my data and check the new rankings.
Since his leave, Zhang Yu had spent half a month at the construction site, skipping classes entirely—relying entirely on Yu Xinghan’s notes to catch up.
Just then, the dorm door opened, and Le Mulan walked in.
Zhang Yu immediately said, “Here, I’ll draw some more blood for you. Your Foundation Establishment Exam is coming up, right?”
Though focused on work and eating, Zhang Yu hadn’t forgotten to donate blood to Le Mulan.
And with his recent diet, his blood had become more potent—giving Le Mulan a side benefit too.
Yu Xinghan chimed in from the side, “Hey, brother, can I get some too?”
As Zhang Yu was drawing blood, a series of notifications popped up in his Eye Armor:
> Mingxin Pharmaceutical Factory – Underground Level Two Zone
> Incident Report: Theft of Materials
> Over 300 tons of supplies missing.
> Security team investigation identified workers Zhang Hetian, Zeng Huaian, and over a dozen others as major suspects.
> Suspects have confessed.
Zhang Yu stared at the message. 300 tons? They actually stole that much? No… how could they even carry it off? Were those really the only ones responsible?
Then another notification appeared.
> Employee Zhang Yu has demonstrated exceptional courage and initiative during the reconstruction. Single-handedly cleared 1,200 tons of debris.
> Awarded: Model Worker
> Official recognition granted in appreciation.
Zhang Yu blinked. I was just clearing trash while scavenging… and ended up hauling that much?
At the same time, his wages from the past 15 days arrived—his balance skyrocketed to 12.51 Lingbi.
As Zhang Yu stared at the number, heart pounding, Tu Lishan’s message arrived.
> “Zhang Yu, your performance was outstanding.”
> “Director Gao is watching you closely.”
> “Next month, there’s a Field Project. The department plans to select top students from each grade for intensive training. Interested?”
…
After seeing Zhang Yu named Model Worker, Ying Xin felt a chill.
Then, through her connections, she confirmed: Zhang Yu had replaced her in securing a spot for the field project.
Her resentment flared.
Why?
Gong Shuijin getting picked was expected… but why this Zhang Yu?
When she voiced her frustration to Tu Lishan, he chuckled.
“Director Gao wants students with strong talent, high combat ability, and the willingness to endure hardship—people who’ll work for money, push themselves to the limit. Ying, you’re still lacking in that area.”
Inside, Tu Lishan sneered: Six generations of Civil Engineering lineage? You think you can sit at the table just like that? Want to wash off the dirt, avoid grueling labor? The Civil Engineering Department doesn’t need porcelain—only useful tools. If everyone refuses to work, how will the department make money?
He smirked: Following Gong Shuijin around every day, thinking you’re one of the elite now? You’re forgetting—university might be the closest you’ll ever get to that world.
Meanwhile, Ying Xin still refused to accept it.
“I can endure hardship,” she insisted. “I can push myself! And my strength is better than Zhang Yu’s! Shouldn’t university be about skill and ranking?”
“I’ll settle this with him—once and for all!”
Tu Lishan smiled. “Fine. Let’s see who’s more determined. Who endures more.”
(End of Chapter)
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