Chapter 40: Big Business, Lin Feng Lv12

"Whoa, you're still alive!"

Hu Fei's astonished voice came through the phone.

Lin Feng hadn't expected Hu Fei to remember his voice after just one meeting.

"We have a big business deal to discuss."

"As a businessman, I think you should have great confidence in your partners."

"Otherwise, why would anyone trust you with their goods?"

Lin Feng's playful tone carried a hint of warning, which Hu Fei quickly picked up on, shifting his attitude:

"You're right, Mr. Lin. I deeply apologize for my earlier oversight. I'll be at the toll station in an hour and a half, please be patient."

"In the meantime, I'll notify the supermarket manager at the toll station that you can freely take supplies as compensation for my unauthorized departure."

Lin Feng nodded, knowing he needed to maintain a strong stance. In Hu Fei's eyes, he was the sought-after client in a supply-scarce market:

"An hour and a half? Did you flee to Jin City?"

"I suggest you hurry, as this noise will attract many buyers."

Lin Feng moved the phone near the Black Spinal Bug's mandibles, the familiar hissing alerting Hu Fei to the urgency.

"I'll definitely be there in an hour, please forgive me for needing time to gather an irresistible offer."

Hu Fei's hurried words were followed by the call ending.

Lin Feng put down the phone, smiling slightly.

His own dual upgrades had just completed:

"Lin Feng, Lv12/19"

"Health 80, Constitution 75, Spirit 80"

"Equipment: Explosive Gun Lv12/19 (upgrading), Red Quality, Overhauled Camper Lv11/19 (heavily worn, upgradable), Red Quality"

"Skills: Identify, Upgrade, Copy"

After leveling up twice, there were no special changes except for a 20-point increase in attributes. The equipment section reminded Lin Feng that the camper could be further upgraded.

Lin Feng considered waiting for Hu Fei's offer before deciding how much material to keep for fusion upgrades.

The Lv14 Black Spinal Bug mandibles, however, were a definite keeper. Lin Feng didn't want the camper's front end wrecked after a few collisions on future missions.

After resting, Chen Yanyan tidied the chaotic camper, clearing out broken items, including smashed fruits, vegetables, and shattered dishes.

She changed into Lin Feng's t-shirt and denim shorts in the bedroom.

Her long, snow-white legs were striking even in dim light.

"We need to go to the supermarket. We're out of toiletries, and we didn't take any from the villa, but I wouldn't use them anyway."

Chen Yanyan dropped a large bag of trash and spoke.

Lin Feng nodded, suggesting they stock up before the supermarket's goods were taken:

"Alright, let's head to the supermarket next door for supplies."

Chen Yanyan took her wallet, pondering:

"Can we still use Federal currency?"

Lin Feng shrugged:

"We can use it, but it's devaluing fast. Here, in a frontline zone, a hundred might not be worth ten before, and the supermarket uses a points system, only open to internal staff."

Chen Yanyan looked disappointed:

"So what do we do? We've completed the mission, so we should have points, right?"

Lin Feng nodded, heading to the repair shop door, seeing Liu Yueqi returning with her head bandaged after venting her emotions to her aunt.

"Take Liu Yueqi and grab whatever you need from the supermarket."

"Especially medical supplies, like hemostatic drugs."

Chen Yanyan's eyes lit up:

"For free? Is it a mission reward?"

Lin Feng glanced at the supermarket staff packing goods, replying casually:

"It's a private gift from Hu Fei. Just mention my name. Hurry up, and fill up the water tank."

With Lin Feng's assurance, Chen Yanyan's disappointment turned to joy, and she gave him a peck on the cheek.

"Looks like our business partner is eager."

After surviving a life-threatening ordeal, Chen Yanyan became bolder and more open with Lin Feng.

"Will there be any trouble later?"

After the kiss, Chen Yanyan asked suddenly.

Lin Feng smiled, nodding:

"The bugs need time to digest their gains."

"Both sides need a temporary respite, but minor skirmishes and conflicts will continue. This is our chance. You need to awaken your superpower soon."

Chen Yanyan nodded, murmuring softly:

"Then there will be time to sleep."

With that, she led Liu Yueqi to the mall across the street.

Watching Chen Yanyan's retreating figure, Lin Feng felt the lingering warmth of his upgrade.

After spending the night with Rain Sister, Lin Feng thought he was indifferent to male-female relations. Yet the intense battle reignited suppressed desires, leaving him eager for release.

Chen Yanyan's shapely legs were like a bowstring, stirring inner passions.

Lin Feng rated her highly.

With the women shopping, Lin Feng reclined in his chair, resting and browsing the news on his phone.

Reports of awakened superpowers, crimes, and conflicts between awakeners and ordinary people, as well as between awakeners, were emerging.

Many awakeners were making their mark on the battlefield against the bugs.

Hidden trade websites now sold live bugs for enhancement and awakening.

A single Red Armored Beetle fetched hundreds of grams of gold, while Lv10 Black Spinal Bugs were priceless, with offers exceeding millions.

Red Armored Beetles were easier prey for ordinary enhanced teams, but capturing Black Spinal Bugs required awakened teams with heavy firepower.

That's why Hu Fei was so eager. If Lin Feng sold the live Black Spinal Bugs to someone else, Hu Fei would miss a huge opportunity.

In a savvy businessman's eyes, when a product's value surpasses monetary measure, its yield extends beyond wealth.

It's about securing things like a powerful ally's friendship or exclusive rights.

That's what Hu Fei aimed for.

Thus, he could offer Lin Feng an irresistible deal.

Forty minutes later, Hu Fei arrived early at the service area, honoring the agreement. He sat in a modified business vehicle, followed by a container truck.

Both vehicles stopped at the repair shop. Hu Fei hurried over to Lin Feng, not sitting immediately, but standing by, eyeing the camper's vibrating tarp.

His instincts told him his coveted prize lay beneath.

"Let's sit and talk."

Lin Feng put down his phone, speaking calmly.

Hu Fei swallowed nervously, realizing there might be more than one creature under the tarp. He quickly showed his enthusiasm.

He sat across from Lin Feng, clapping his hands to signal his team to open the business vehicle's rear door.

Inside sat a row of beautiful young women, ranging from sensuous in black stockings to cute in short skirts and white shirts, even blond-haired Western beauties…

"Sorry to keep you waiting, Mr. Lin."

"This isn't the place for business. How about we move to the inn's second-floor suite, relax, and discuss this big deal?"

Lin Feng glanced at the women in the car, smiling coyly at him, flirting...

His lips curled into a slow smile.