Chapter 0007: Sudden Change

The damned star, people often say how scorching the sunlight is in the desert, and today I have finally experienced it. It is not just scorching; it is almost life-threatening. Looking back, Lin Xisuo thought again: The village will surely have significant movements, and the opportunity for Village Chief Gordon is quite substantial. Regardless of the outcome, I will first wander outside for a few years, and then return to Sunken Ship Village to study with the light brain. Enjoying the noble education from a thousand years ago is not an opportunity that everyone has, and if I receive another gene adjustment reward, perhaps one day I will have the chance to visit outer space.

A flash of lightning struck, and I felt a tingling sensation throughout my body, causing me to faint immediately to the ground

The leader of the Han looked coldly, and only he was not wearing a helmet. As he gazed at Lin Xisuo, he said to the person beside him: "Very good, the life signs are strong, this is a rare prey, and he is within the age range for capture. Bring him aboard the spaceship; we must return as soon as possible"

Grasping Lin Xisuo, the Han soldier suddenly lifted into the air, kicking up dust and sand. Two subordinates closely followed, not even glancing at the bio-engineered camel, and showed utter disdain for the weapon of the black-haired youth

Yes, at your command

In the afternoon, Lin Xisuo once again embarked on his journey. Traveling alone may seem somewhat lonely, but he has long since grown accustomed to it. In fact, joining a caravan and following orders would feel more uncomfortable. Moreover, being sheltered under the name of a trading company requires paying 17% of the profits, and newcomers often have to give even more. Rather than working for others, it is better to go solo, believing that one day he will achieve success and perhaps even become a figure like President Wood, thus fulfilling his mother's expectations before her passing.

"Damn it, how are we supposed to fight now?" Lin Xi cursed, not slowing down in the slightest. He pulled out several bundles of small bottles from his bag and hurled them at the enemy.

Mechanical mobility and * pictorial * tools consume a significant amount of energy, which is generally unaffordable for the average person. The optimal strategy is to use both in combination.

As soon as the words were spoken, the burly man picked up the stun gun and struck again. Lin Xisuo, who had been unconscious, suddenly opened his eyes, his body convulsing violently, before he fainted once more

The crossbow bolt, astonishingly, struck the center of the Han's brow, but was ultimately stopped by a light membrane

The laser gun emitted beams in all directions, shattering the bottle in mid-air, causing colorful liquids to spill everywhere, and white smoke began to rise from the ground

"Bo" A net was thrown from the opposite side, truly treating people as prey. Lin Xi's expression was focused, and as a reflex, he threw the water bottle at his waist without even looking at the result, swiftly moving to the side of the two camels.

The sparse cacti point the way, and only in the realm of commerce is there greenery. The temperature difference between day and night in the desert is significant, and one knows best the warmth and cold. The greatest fear is falling ill; a decline in physical strength is akin to having one foot already in the gates of the underworld

The biochemical camel exhibits remarkable endurance, is hardworking and uncomplaining, and is a docile domesticated animal. They possess two humps, can reach a maximum speed of up to 75 kilometers per hour, and can go without food or water for over ten days, serving as the ship of the desert

"It seems there is a sound." Lin Xisuo quickly pulled the camel and hid behind the sand dune, only to see billowing clouds of dust rushing towards this direction

The man was drenched in cold sweat. Had he not been wearing a helmet, a more forceful arrow could have cost him his life. He thought to himself, "What a troublesome little ghost; perhaps it could satisfy the leader's needs? It is essential to capture it alive"

No, it can't be! Did the space pirates really mobilize such a large spaceship just to pursue me? Lin Xisuo was certain it was a space pirate ship

With a flick of his hand, Lin Xisuo pulled out two grenades. Although this device is somewhat primitive, it is quite effective

A long time ago, conflicts frequently arose between oases, as they were willing to provoke wars over the competition for resources. The defeated would rather destroy the oasis than hand it over to their opponents. Later, people made efforts to restrain themselves and cherished the limited resources even more. Many attempted to manage the desert; however, in a place like Tuhuanxing, where water resources were scarce, merely coping with the damage caused by sand rats was already a financial burden, leaving no energy or funds for greening efforts, thus leading to an unresolved situation

The power grid tightly enveloped the kettle, and there was a burnt smell in the air. The reaction of the youth surprised the three burly men somewhat

Boom, boom. The heat wave swept through, and the violent explosion only caused the three to step back half a pace, as all damage was blocked by the peculiar armor. In front of the leading man, a barrier of light was even raised, showing no fear at all.

Rumbling, rumbling... dozens of hover vehicles sped by frantically, each vehicle burdened with families, appearing extremely cumbersome. The faces of the drivers looked haggard, as if they had endured unimaginable hardships.

Over the years, although the kidnappers have not been seen, I have mastered quite a few skills. Being able to live safely to this day is largely due to my knowledge of anti-kidnapping techniques, to the extent that I consider myself an expert in this field

It is so hot! After just a few hours, I already miss the cold of the underground caves. Why does it feel like everywhere is like a furnace? If it weren't for genetic modification, I would probably find it hard to endure such temperatures

Return, based on the information from the reconnaissance satellite, there is another sunken ship in the distance. Call other teams to loot it! We have captured enough.

Having given the camel some water, they were the best companions before obtaining the hoverboard. Even after acquiring the hoverboard, there is no intention to abandon the biochemical camel

Swaying gently, the sound of camel bells echoed far away, and during moments of solitude, there was always ample time to ponder various issues. Lin Xisuo felt that with his current skills, he would not be intimidated even when facing over fifty sand rats. However, compared to the threat posed by sand rats, humans were the most dangerous beings; this was a desert where people preyed on one another. The crossbow was within easy reach, a mountain-cutting knife was strapped to his waist, and a ceramic dagger was concealed within his clothing, along with a multitude of other assorted items.

Noble youths a thousand years ago seemed to be very afraid of being kidnapped. While other cultural subjects were acceptable, one particular subject was specifically listed, which taught how to use tools to create simple weapons, how to communicate with kidnappers during the abduction process, how to escape, how to perform first aid, and so on

As dawn broke, Lin Xisuo set off, riding on a biochemical camel that felt quite imposing. Although one of the camels was still not fully grown, it was already capable of carrying a substantial load

I had thought I would encounter passing caravans on the road, but after several days of travel, all I found was nothing but yellow sand.

It is normal to be cautious when frequently facing crises, but Lin Xisuo has taken it a bit too far. In fact, the "culprit" behind all this is the optical brain of the sunken ship village

The village chief is likely to be overwhelmed for a while, so he has no time to pay attention to Lin Xisuo's movements. When he went out, he was particularly cautious, and apart from the blacksmith uncle, he did not disturb anyone.

This is the motorcycle squad, the guardians of the oasis. Usually, they are quite imposing, yet they appear so disheveled now. We cannot travel any further; something must have happened to the oasis.

Lin Xisuo took out a water pouch, tilted his head back, and took a sip, immediately feeling some relief in his smoking throat. The nearest oasis is thousands of kilometers away, renowned for its abundant production of lemons and figs. Due to the efficacy of lemons in treating scurvy, this oasis has gained considerable fame.

Oh my, the speed is astonishing. It seems we are being pursued by a convoy. If I don't escape now, I fear I may not have another chance. Lin Xi would never be foolish enough to just watch the commotion. There are many rumors about the star pirates; they can silence a child's cries and instill fear in people's hearts. In short, they are bloodthirsty butchers, terrifying demons, and destroyers who leave nothing but ruin in their wake. He quickly turned and mounted his camel, fleeing in the opposite direction.

Suddenly, a whirlwind of sand and dust filled the sky as a spaceship, measuring several hundred meters in length, descended slowly. The bottom of the spaceship emitted intense flames, and three figures shot out.

Gently shaking the reins, I embarked on my first journey through the desert. Water is an essential item; it is necessary to find a shaded place to rest before noon, and one must be cautious of sand rat attacks at night. Sandstorms do not occur frequently, but when they do, they manifest as overwhelming hurricanes, posing significant danger.

Lin Xisuo was drenched in sweat, having run at the highest speed for two hours like a biochemical camel. He patted his chest and secretly thought himself fortunate

Hmph, you want me to lose face and still come out unscathed? Let me show you the power of the star pirates

"Daring to act recklessly in front of me, you truly must be tired of living." The leading man instantly sprang into action, a faint glow emanating from beneath his feet, allowing him to glide over the sandy surface. When encountering a larger sand dune, he leaned slightly and swiftly maneuvered around it, his speed far surpassing that of Lin Xisuo, who was running.

With a thud, thud, thud, a strange sound brought back the senses, as three men clad in peculiar armor landed amidst the dust

"Not good, it is a highly toxic acid solution, and the prey has rich combat experience." The leading man raised a protective light membrane, but the other two were not so fortunate; their armed defenses were evidently a level lower. Their armor was corroded by the venom, and the joints became stiff.

Lin Xisuo thought of this and hurriedly turned around, the surroundings suddenly darkened. Looking up, three small spacecraft flashed by, chasing after the hovering motorcycle

Having made a decision, the large man continued to glide forward, once again closing the distance. Lin Xisuo was at a loss for what to do, and suddenly stopped, throwing his waist knife to the ground, raising his hands, and shouting loudly: "I surrender, I surrender, do not kill me"

Resting behind a sand dune at noon, I took a bite of a biscuit. One should not drink too much water, as it can lead to dependency.

The sun is high in the sky, and the scorching rays of the sun are cast upon the desert. This is not even the hottest part of the day; by noon, the searing sand surface can fry an egg. Although humans in the interstellar age have undergone significant evolution and possess adaptability far beyond that of ancient people, they still appear to be struggling in such harsh conditions

Relatively speaking, Lin Xisuo's condition is quite good; those itinerant merchants usually need a few weeks to adapt before their first journey. There are not a few young people who are fearless like a newborn calf, yet few manage to persevere. Do not underestimate the complexity of a merchant convoy; many cooling measures are proprietary secrets, just like the maps held by each family in Sunken Ship Village, which are capital, advantages, and the most valuable reliance.

On that afternoon, Lin Xi Suo licked his cracked lips, raised his binoculars, and scanned the surroundings, finding not even a single large rock. He then began to speak to himself: "We should be close to the oasis, so why is there not even a single passing caravan? Wait, it seems that President Wood mentioned to the village chief to be cautious of the star pirate gang recently. Could this be the reason?"

After a moment, it seemed I heard the sound of a lock being opened, and then my body was thrown out, my consciousness plunged into darkness, an endless darkness

Two burly men floated over, hovering a dozen centimeters off the ground. They spoke in standard interstellar language, which anyone could understand

Lin Xisuo disregarded the camel and the luggage, fleeing like a swift leopard. He dared not contemplate the fate of being captured by the star pirates; even if he were to survive, he would undoubtedly become a slave, a life far worse than that on Tuhuan Star.

The sound of the wind and the cries of the cranes filled the air as I raised the long-range crossbow and instinctively released an arrow. To reduce my burden, I discarded the bow as well. My nostrils flared, inhaling the dry, hot air as I swiftly darted forward