Please vote for me!!! Keep reading, everything you’re anticipating is coming, and the army life is absolutely spectacular, truly spectacular!!

I myself am extremely eager for it (∩_∩). I’ve made the correction now; the prehistoric giant ant beast power equals the strength of 100,000 people, which is 5 million g!

I messed that up before, I’m truly ashamed, and many thanks to the sharp-eyed friends who pointed it out. …… After Bai Long and the others selected their weapons, they held them and stepped forward, immediately spotting the old man.

They were all astonished, and only after Ye Chen explained did they finally understand the old man’s identity. “So, he’s the intelligent administrator of this spaceship, the management personnel for the energy core system.” “I can’t believe a spaceship passed down from a prehistoric civilization still has energy sustaining it.

What kind of technology is that? Does it constantly absorb external energy to replenish itself?” “Is that a Gold Bean?

I wonder how much strength eating one of those would add.” The group inwardly marveled at the old man's origins, then spotted the Gold Beans not far away, their eyes gleaming. If not for seeing Ye Chen standing still beside them, they would have rushed over immediately to snatch and eat the beans.

The old man noticed Ye Chen’s silence and smiled faintly. “Adventurer, what are you hesitating for?

Do you really think an illusion formed of pure energy like me poses any threat to you?” Ye Chen gazed at him for a moment, then turned to Bai Long. “Go and fetch those Gold Beans.” Seeing Ye Chen’s demeanor, Bai Long snapped back to reality, realizing there was no such thing as a free lunch—was this old man truly kind enough to help them?

A cold sweat broke out from his carelessness. Hearing Ye Chen’s command now, he was momentarily stunned, then forced a wry smile.

“Why me…” Ye Chen patted his shoulder. “Relax, there’s no danger, I guarantee it!” Bai Long’s face filled with exasperation.

That sounded exactly like something one would say to placate a child. He looked helplessly toward Yue Heng and Zhuge Fan.

The sight nearly made him spit blood: Yue Heng was tilting his head back, staring at the cabin ceiling as if suddenly finding the runes there exquisitely beautiful, while Zhuge Fan was looking down, fiddling with his fingers. As for Mo Feng beside him… Forget it.

Mo Feng had a cigarette dangling from his lips, staring off to the side, not even sparing him a glance. “A bunch of disloyal dogs!” Bai Long rolled his eyes and stomped toward the metal platform.

As he drew closer, his expression grew serious, clutching a freshly chosen cold weapon—a Fang Tian Ji Hua Ji, slightly altered in design but essentially the same, looking far more imposing. Everyone watched intently.

Step! Step!

With every step Bai Long took, he felt closer to death. These few short steps caused a cold sweat to drench him, and he held his breath.

Until— He reached the edge of the metal platform and grasped the metal plate. Nothing happened!

Bai Long paused slightly, then let out a sigh of relief, but dared not relax. He carefully retreated, holding the metal plate, and shot a triumphant look at Yue Heng and the others, declaring grandly, “See?

Your brother here is a blessed star, lucky and long-lived!” “Hmph!” Yue Heng gave him a middle finger but said nothing more, secretly breathing a sigh of relief himself. Ye Chen took the plate from Bai Long’s hand, glanced at the 13 Gold Beans on it, and nodded.

“Chen Chen, well? How are you going to thank me?” Bai Long drawled leisurely.

“Good job,” Ye Chen nodded. Bai Long rolled his eyes.

“Give me a practical reward. I was so selfless and loyal just now!

Much better than little Yue Yue.” “Next time, I’ll let Mo Feng cook for you to eat.” “… You’re ruthless!” “I told you there wouldn’t be any danger,” Ye Chen stated calmly. Bai Long scoffed.

“Then what did you want me to do? Hmph, don’t tell me you were just too lazy to walk.” “… Uh, I was just being cautious, just in case.” Bai Long: “…” “Adventurer!” the old man sighed, looking at Ye Chen.

“I understand your meticulous caution, but I truly bear you no ill will.” “It’s too early to say that,” Ye Chen replied coolly. He then used his nail to nick his finger, letting a drop of blood fall onto the metal plate.

Next, he used his nail to split open a Gold Bean—the bean was incredibly hard, four or five times tougher than a chestnut, but his finger still managed to slice it open, allowing a drop of golden liquid to fall onto the blood. The onlookers were vastly curious, and their minds quickly grasped Ye Chen’s intention: he wanted to test if the Gold Bean contained poison.

The golden liquid merged with the blood. After a brief pause— The blood’s color became deeper, more concentrated.

Ye Chen handed the plate to Mo Feng beside him. “Test this.” Mo Feng nodded, pulled a white bottle from his backpack, opened it, and poured a drop of white liquid onto the blood.

After a moment, nothing changed. “It’s not toxic,” Mo Feng nodded slightly.

“If it were poisonous, the blood would spoil, and the finest blood fibers within would change shape. In that case, this drop of Sensing Water I added would turn black.” Ye Chen nodded, picked up one bean, and dropped it into his mouth.

Dry, yet delicious! A single Gold Bean contained an intensely rich flavor, an aroma filling Ye Chen’s mouth, as if every pore in his body had opened to breathe the air.

The Gold Bean traveled down into his stomach. Moments later, Ye Chen felt his skin begin to heat up.

A flame seemed to burn in his belly, and the intense, scorching sensation flowed through every part of his limbs and bones, making him want to groan with pleasure. Bai Long beside him watched Ye Chen with tense vigilance, ready to attack the old man immediately if he showed any sign of abnormality.

Three minutes later, Ye Chen opened his eyes. Two sharp beams of light flashed across them; his gaze was piercingly bright.

Although he didn't display his strength, Bai Long and the others felt an inexplicable sense of alarm. “How is it?” Ye Zhu asked with concern.

Ye Chen smiled faintly. “Very good.

I’ve gained the strength of 100 men!” Whoa! Bai Long and the others were utterly shocked.

Since the beginning of the apocalypse, even after killing countless monsters daily, supplemented by the assistance of Little Black and 68 other powerful beasts, they had only managed to raise their strength to the level of 70 to 80 men. Yet, this single Gold Bean had directly increased Ye Chen’s strength by 100 men!

They realized that if one Gold Bean could grant Ye Chen 100 men of strength, it would grant even more to them, whose physiques were lower! “He’s too monstrous,” someone muttered.

“As expected of something eaten by a monster with the strength of ten thousand men. Such a fantastic thing, just casually eaten like a bean!” Bai Long and the others gazed at the Gold Beans, their eyes blazing, wishing they could stuff them all in their mouths.

However, none of them spoke up. After all, their ability to arrive here was entirely due to Ye Chen.

If Ye Chen had abandoned them and come here alone, he could have easily claimed all these Gold Beans for himself. In other words, they had been following Ye Chen, contributing nothing, and instead reaping benefits continuously.

Seeing these Gold Beans now, although they were tempted, they did not greedily ask for any. They felt they were unworthy.

Ye Chen handed two beans to his sister, Ye Zhu. “One at a time, don't absorb too much at once.” Ye Zhu nodded excitedly and quickly put one in her mouth.

Ye Chen turned to Bai Long and the others. “Two beans each.” Bai Long and the others froze, then stared at Ye Chen in astonishment.

They clearly hadn't expected Ye Chen to unconditionally give them something so precious. This was incomparable to one or two foundation enhancement stones; its value was immense!

Yue Heng looked hesitant. “This…” Bai Long was suspicious.

“Are you really giving them to us?” Zhuge Fan lowered his head. “I’ve been holding everyone back.

I—I can’t accept it…” Mo Feng, however, didn't say much. He took two without ceremony, leaving Bai Long and the others beside him utterly speechless.

“You don't want them?” Ye Chen rolled his eyes. “Then the whole stash goes to me.

But next time I ask you to fight monsters, don't blame me if someone gets wiped out.” “Don’t, I want them!” “Me too! Who’s an idiot to refuse something this good!” In a flash, the group each grabbed two Gold Beans.

Thirteen beans in total: two for each of them, and three for Ye Chen. Moments later, Ye Chen swallowed all three.

The first increased his strength by 100 men, the second by 65 men, and the third by 30 men. Ye Chen’s current strength reached a total of 298 men, nearly 300, equivalent to a Level 30 New Human.

After absorbing two Gold Beans each, Bai Long and the others reached strengths ranging from about 230 to 250 men. Everyone’s power soared as if blasted by a rocket.

The old man quietly watched Ye Chen and the others finish absorbing all the Gold Beans before smiling faintly. “This is just a small gift.

There are many more treasures here. Though the Dark Demons disdained them, they will be extremely useful to you!” “No way?” “There’s more?” Bai Long and the others were utterly stunned, then their eyes lit up with excitement.

Rumble! A section of the metal wall split open, revealing an oval room paved entirely with white crystal, smooth as a mirror.

In the center was a platform piled high with weapons and fruits. Among them were fruits the size of apples, glowing with a purple sheen, incredibly beautiful.

“Holy crap, so many!” “One Gold Bean added 100 men of strength; how much will all these fruits add??” Bai Long and the others rushed toward the room, their faces alight with excitement. “Stop!” Ye Chen suddenly shouted, making Bai Long and the others shudder and regain their senses.

They turned to look at Ye Chen, bewildered. “What’s wrong?” Ye Chen stated coldly, “Go in if you want to die.” A chill ran down the spines of Bai Long and the others.

They glanced back at the fruits and weapons on the platform, feeling both tempted and reluctant. “Could there be a trap here?” “Impossible, right?

Nothing happened when I went earlier.” They all looked questioningly at Ye Chen. The old man’s expression shifted slightly.

He frowned, looking somewhat displeased, and addressed Ye Chen. “Was the fruit I gave you just now not enough?

Is your civilization so inherently suspicious?” Ye Chen glanced at him dismissively and casually remarked, “You said this ship was invaded by Dark Demons a long time ago. Yet, as soon as we entered, we saw neatly arranged runes on the platform, and these Gold Beans—I assume they were all gifts from you.

While I don’t know your objective, this petty little plot of yours is utterly pointless.” “Plot?” Bai Long and the others were stunned, and even more confused. The old man’s expression, however, darkened instantly.