Chapter 2: Preparatory Operations Before the Crossing

It is worth mentioning that during the few days of preparation, Chen Daolin exercised great self-control, restraining himself from the impulse to open the door to another realm

A crossbow for long-range use, and for close combat... there is an electric baton... ah, no, no, no! I mean that electric shock baton!

Wearing that plastic helmet gifted by the owner of the Taobao store, it looks as if there is a pot placed on my head.

He donned a fiberglass chest plate, and over it, he fashioned a robe from a piece of linen, mimicking styles seen in certain games. The fabric was sourced from a curtain he found in the city, which he then tailored himself. A long kitchen knife, taken from a supermarket, was sheathed on his thigh, while a crossbow hung at his waist, and a stun baton was tucked into his back pocket. Behind him, a rugged hiking backpack contained some emergency supplies, including medications and rations.

First of all, I have become successful! This is undoubtedly beyond question! I have definitely become successful!

Secondly, it seems that this door panel in the warehouse is a passage that allows free travel back and forth between two worlds! The key is to be able to enter and exit, moving back and forth is the way to go!

Otherworld, Lord Daolin, I have arrived!

A crossbow, along with an electric baton, cost Chen Daolin 1,500 yuan. Although the seller promised, "Dear, free shipping!" it did not bring any joy to Chen Daolin

The opportunity to wear and showcase the book is right before us, and Chen Daolin is not a reckless person. After the initial shock and excitement, he unusually calmed down.

Although Chen Daolin cannot obtain a gun, he is grateful for the great internet; after all, he can be considered a sort of tech enthusiast.

He quickly sorted out several threads of thought

In the following days, Chen Daolin found a store specializing in outdoor survival gear for hikers, purchasing a plethora of outdoor equipment and some compressed food suitable for wilderness use. The owner of the online store recognized that Chen Daolin was clearly a novice with no knowledge of outdoor activities, so he directly sent a contact number, indicating that they were actually a small circle of an outdoor sports club, welcoming interested newcomers to join them in exploring the beautiful landscapes and sceneries.

Regardless, putting on an extra layer can be considered a source of comfort, can't it? After all, even if Chen Daolin is wealthy, he cannot buy a Kevlar bulletproof vest, not to mention that he is actually broke

In so many novels, the protagonists travel to another world, and even a broken disposable lighter can be exchanged for their first pot of gold

Moreover, if one were to go directly, there is a fear that even the language would be incomprehensible. In the event that the other party belongs to a barbaric tribe, one might be captured and skinned alive for consumption, leaving one truly without a place to weep.

The website www.hetushu.com refers to these as "electric flashlights," but in reality, they are imitations of police electric batons. When activated, they emit a frightening crackling electric light, claiming to have a voltage of tens of thousands of volts, and a single strike would certainly cause you to collapse on the spot, foaming at the mouth

Now that this portal is in my hands, I can traverse it whenever I wish and however I desire—at such a time, rushing over would be foolish! Being well-prepared is the true way forward

In stories involving time travel, what is often the greatest regret of those protagonists adorned with halos? It is that they did not have the opportunity to make adequate preparations before their journey.

In the initial excitement, he suppressed the overwhelming curiosity in his heart and did not open that door again

On the twentieth day, all the ordered equipment and supplies arrived.

Chen Daolin could not recall how much time it took for him to regain his composure and calm down

Having been immersed in countless time-travel novels, Chen Daolin quickly devised a plan for himself

A crossbow, one that is not overly powerful, capable of delivering a certain level of lethality within a range of twenty meters, and can be acquired for under one thousand yuan

Price? It is not expensive; the cheaper ones are over 100, and the more expensive ones are only about 500

After patiently waiting for more than ten days, Chen Daolin visits www.hetushu.com daily to search for various information that he believes may be useful. He gathers various medical knowledge and first aid information, and has also purchased a number of commonly used medications as well as several emergency first aid kits.

Specify the requirement to print the pattern of this flame tulip on the breastplate

There is still a great deal to prepare

That evening, Chen Daolin had a hearty meal and drank a can of beer to bolster his courage

Crossbows are available for sale on Taobao, but those with truly lethal power are not. Some counterfeit goods, such as those claiming to be "outdoor archery equipment" or labeled as "toys," can indeed be purchased. Strictly speaking, such items are not permitted for trade; however, given that our country is a hub for counterfeit products, many engage in buying and selling under the guise of "toys" or "models".

Thirdly, one must remain calm; it is essential to be composed! From the initial scene, it is evident that the world within is perilous! Lives are as insignificant as grass! Regardless of the circumstances, one must possess the ability to protect oneself!

Even when playing online games, it is well known that one must prepare their equipment before tackling a dungeon.

After negotiating the price, they also included a plastic helmet. Well, having it is better than not having it at all

At the moment of payment, he suddenly felt a stir in his heart, as if a ghost or a book had guided him, recalling the pattern of the "flame tulip" on the door of passage. The more he reminisced, the more he felt that the design resonated deeply with him, so he simply took a picture of it and sent it to the seller

Sighing at the shrunken wallet, Chen Daolin sneered inwardly: Once I become successful, mountains of gold and silver, seas of wealth... Hmph! The time traveler is impressive, no need for explanations!

Finally, he found a manufacturer on Taobao that specializes in game prop models and customized a set of inner armor—specifically, a type that can be worn closely to the body, covering only the upper half, without shoulders or arm guards, resembling a vest. It was made to a one-to-one scale based on the samurai design from a certain game, but the material used was fiberglass. This item is not heavy; a half-body fitted vest armor weighs only about 10 pounds. Moreover, its protective capability is quite decent. This item is not heavy; a half-body fitted vest armor weighs only about 10 pounds. Moreover, its protective capability is quite decent

The remaining rationality reminded him: the world on the other side of the door is very dangerous

Even without mentioning that mysterious woman, none of those warriors pursuing her appear to be ordinary individuals

Step 1, Equip

Chen Daolin slowly pulled open the handle of the portal, took a deep breath, held his head high, and stepped forward with confidence

Although Chen Daolin considered his physical fitness to be acceptable and his fighting skills to be quite good, the moment he thought of the scene where that mysterious woman killed the librarian, he quickly shrank back.

There are no red or blue supplements available, we can only rely on this

Without firearms, other items can indeed be used as substitutes. For long-range, there is the crossbow

While smiling and dismissing the enthusiastic boss, Chen Daolin thought to himself: Backpackers? Outdoor activities? Quite impressive, huh? I'm about to head to another world!

Indeed, the crossbow! It is the most powerful weapon for ranged attacks in the era of cold weapons. Bows are not sufficient; archery is a technical discipline, and training an archer is no easy task. However, the crossbow is different; even a small child, armed with a crossbow, can kill a trained elite knight.

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The mysterious woman, with her agile skills, her stunning archery, and the final scene where she remained calm and dispatched her targets as one would slaughter a pig, left Chen Daolin profoundly shocked

Encountering such a person, one is absolutely doomed

Chen Daolin paid the money without hesitation

The world behind the door seems to be one of cold weapons—however, after thinking for a while, Chen Daolin decided to abandon the idea of acquiring a gun. It is quite simple; firearms are prohibited in the country, and as an ordinary school counselor and a homebody, where would he get a gun? If he were to somehow obtain one, it is likely that the police would come knocking at his door. At that point, there would be no other options left but to jump into another world and flee.