Chapter 022: Seeking Him in His Kingdom
Searching for the identity of the Master of the Fate Net on the Fate Net itself?
In truth, such attempts had long become commonplace.
Ever since the Personal Contribution Ranking burst onto the scene, discussions about "who exactly is the Top of the List" had never ceased.
Although the launch of the Trading House briefly diverted public attention, the heat of that curiosity and investigation always simmered beneath the surface.
Even at this very moment, countless people were still guessing and debating that name.
Therefore, when members of the "Information Collection and Integrated Analysis" team participated in the effort, either subtly or directly inquiring about information related to "Yan Cang" and the "Top of the List,"
Their actions, mingled among the countless curious ordinary people, did not seem out of place.
However, no matter how well they disguised themselves, the meaning was likely limited.
It wasn't just the information team.
In reality, even the establishment and operation of the entire Special Task Force were essentially conducted right under the other party's nose.
In fact, this was true of all current organizational systems attempting to restore order.
Until they could break free from their reliance on the Fate Net for communication, any seemingly thorough plan could potentially become transparent.
After all, if the other party wished to investigate, they might be able to see everything at a glance.
Yet, upon second thought, Yu Jing felt this might not necessarily be a bad thing.
Putting everything out in the open and acting with transparency could, to the greatest extent, avoid misunderstandings and suspicions.
This was equivalent to voluntarily ceding the initiative in information, expressing a clumsy but perhaps effective sincerity.
If the [Chief] truly was the Master of the Fate Net, this sincerity would be both necessary and precious.
If not, then there was no need to worry excessively about it.
Moreover, could they really abandon the Fate Net because of this?
That would be akin to cutting off one's own arm, plunging the entire organizational system into stagnation.
Having reasoned through this, Yu Jing set aside this somewhat unnecessary concern.
She looked up outside the wooden cabin. The sun was clearly tilting westward; time was running short.
She had to take action.
The Trial Ground was no playground; every minute and every second was precious.
Although, thanks to the Trading House and the ample Fate Points on hand, her basic survival needs were no longer a concern,
This did not mean she could afford to slack off.
At present, Yu Jing still needed to acquire more Faction Contribution.
She had to ensure that when the rankings refreshed at noon tomorrow, her position in second place remained secure.
After all, this Deputy Team Leader position, aside from her suitable background and resume, was largely due to the influence brought by this ranking.
Although a drop in ranking wouldn't necessarily lead to her being replaced, it would still be somewhat unseemly.
And while the gap between her and the Top of the List was as vast as a chasm, the gap with the third place was only a little over a hundred thousand.
This distance was not safe; she could be overtaken at any moment.
She must prepare for the worst.
Yu Jing called up her Status Panel: "Faction Contribution is currently over seven hundred thousand... but the peak heat of the two posts has passed, and subsequent returns will decay rapidly..."
"It's time to open up a new channel for contribution income."
"Write a new post?" She quickly scanned the Fate Net Forum.
The knowledge posts on the forum had already become all-encompassing, especially after her "Revelation Post," which had pushed the competition to new heights.
Just a few hours after the Trading House went online, related analyses, guides, and experience posts had sprung up like mushrooms after rain.
With a quick glance, Yu Jing abandoned the idea of continuing to earn a large amount of Contribution Points by posting.
Among the billions of people, there were too many smart ones. She doubted she could find an "untapped blue ocean" that no one had yet explored and that could quickly yield massive Contribution Points.
Since she didn't plan to compete fiercely on the Fate Net Forum, she had to look for growth in reality.
"Form or join a large team?"
She quickly dismissed that idea as well.
"Team management is too complicated, and I lack relevant experience. Even if I succeed, it would be hard to gain enough Faction Contribution early on to maintain my ranking."
"Too inefficient. Eliminated."
Of course, if she hadn't obtained the power to protect herself from the Golden Chest, forming or joining a team would have been her original plan.
But now, the situation was different.
The emergence of the Trading House pointed to a completely new path.
"I can continue hunting beasts." Yu Jing's thoughts gradually became clearer.
"According to the rules, hunting beasts directly earns Faction Points and equal Contribution Points."
"More importantly, the prey itself can be quickly converted into Fate Points on the Trading House. And with Fate Points, there are too many ways to turn them into Faction Contribution..."
Several operational paths instantly surfaced in Yu Jing's mind.
After all, at its core, it was just about giving resources to those in need.
Too simple!
She made her judgment without overthinking.
Then, without further deliberation, she picked up the silver long-barreled pistol and stepped back into the forest outside the wooden cabin.
With swift steps, Yu Jing aimed to hunt as much prey as possible before the sky turned completely dark.
Thanks to the enhanced perception and information processing abilities granted by [Digital Power], the forest was no longer a mystery to her.
Faint blue Data Streams quietly flowed deep within her eyes, silently scanning everything in the woods.
The subtle arc of bent grass, the claw marks left on the soil, the faint, barely noticeable musky scent in the air, and even the slight, unnatural tremors of distant branches...
All information was captured, analyzed, and integrated in real-time, constructing a clear picture of biological activity and potential threats in her mind.
Yu Jing instantly transformed into a master hunter.
When a hunter with a gun can easily find prey, the outcome is predetermined.
Before long, the abundant harvest only reinforced Yu Jing's earlier judgment.
Hunting was indeed her most efficient choice at the moment.