Chapter 7 The 6th Block

Civilization is a kind of spiritual wealth, invention and creation that has been settled down in history, which is beneficial to enhance human's adaptation and cognition to the objective world, conform to human spiritual pursuit, and can be recognized and accepted by the vast majority of people.

That being said, civilization does exist here.

It's just more deformed.

If there is one word to sum up the level of technology on the Sixth Block, it is mixed. You can see mercenaries with rifles on their waists dazed with cigarettes at recruitment points, and traders who use holographic computers to count commodities. It is not uncommon for people to lack arms and legs. Some are on crutches, while others have mechanical prostheses that are more agile than real legs.

If you use one word to sum up the people's livelihood in the sixth block... it is also mixed.

Skinny men and women are everywhere, and people have no strength to cry because of hunger. Soldiers in uniforms patrolled the streets in groups of three with guns in hand. Ignore the hungry people, and at the same time ignore the ** who are on the street.

Like a machine, the expressions on their faces could not be seen behind the dark sunglasses.

"Absolute neutrality. This is the foundation of the Sixth Block's foothold in this wasteland. The laws here are very simple. Murder and theft will be shot to death, transactions that fail to pay taxes will be expelled, and malicious harm will be imprisoned." Sun Jiao casually explained to Jiang Chen who was not used to this place.

"Then why wasn't that person killed?" Jiang Chen swallowed and watched with disbelief as a man in uniform beat a starving woman who had no strength to resist with a wooden stick. Seemingly aware of Jiang Chen's sight, the man grinned at Jiang Chen with a friendly smile.

"That's the inspector, responsible for dealing with dead bodies in the slum." Sun Jiao replied in a familiar tone, but Jiang Chen could sense that she didn't seem to like it here either.

That woman is still alive...

"The inner circle of the sixth block will be cleaner, but if you enter, you will need to pay a small price for the crystal. We are only here to trade some useful things, so the outer market is enough." Sun Jiao turned aside. topic.

"..." Jiang Chen nodded silently.

This twisted civilization.

Although the outer market is also very dirty, it is much better than the slums. The shot thief or some kind of unsightly criminal is thrown directly next to the garbage heap, and at night, the inspector will drag it to the "farm", and it will be mixed with the "fat" harvested in the camp today to make a long-term crop. fertilizer.

Some of the more famous "thieves" were painted with formalin and nailed to the boards.

"—Roger Jerson, nicknamed the Claw Wolf. Three times he committed murders in the Sixth Block, and was shot and killed in the sewers by the vigilantes."

A closer look reveals that the identity of the deceased is still engraved on the wooden sign.

The name looks foreign, but that's not surprising. NATO troops have landed in this city, and many people have stayed here.

At the entrance of the market, two businessmen who were fairly cleanly dressed were negotiating fiercely. In the end, it seemed that they had finally reached a consensus and signed their names on an agreement. Under the notarization of market managers,

One party took out the sub-crystal and put it on the energy inventory, while the other party moved ten women with only strands out of the rented tent.

Yes, move out.

Each woman's slender and white neck is covered with a ring-shaped electronic lock, and her eyes are dull and submissive.

The beauty of those women is not bad, the fair skin is comparable to that of inflatable dolls, but the barcodes that appear on the cheeks are tattooed.

Seemingly satisfied with those "goods", the businessman who paid Yajing directed his men to load these women into the truck and drove away from the market.

"Xin Rui Hotel." Sun Jiao said slowly, squinting at the direction the truck was leaving.

Jiang Chen noticed that Sun Jiao's hands had unknowingly clenched into fists.

"hotel?"

"It's just a slut nest." Sun Jiao spat lightly, "Provides a full range of 'services' for the occupants, you know exactly what services are. There, female slaves are consumables, after all, what kind of people with perverted desires It all exists. I once heard a guy who didn't have a good brain in the pub in Liuding Town bluff about how tender the girl's meat is in the cutting-edge hotel...in the sense of food."

Jiang Chen shuddered, he seemed to be able to imagine what kind of hell those expressionless girls would face.

"That human trafficker is estimated to belong to the forces occupying Vault 101. Low-cost clones are cultivated with cloning technology and a culture solution feeding device. The human beings cultivated by these technologies are not so much human as they are commodities."

"So, what the hell is a shelter?" Jiang Chen asked with difficulty as he looked sideways at Sun Jiao's undisturbed eyes in disbelief.

"It's a very magical thing. The design concept of each shelter is different, in order to maximize the survival efficiency." Sun Jiao shrugged, "I was born in the 071 shelter, and now I think I am relatively lucky. The design concept is to regulate the personality with fixed procedures. Although the daily routine is relatively rigid, it is still happy. The luck of some shelters is not very good.”

After speaking, Sun Jiao's beautiful face showed a cruel smile that did not match her age.

"I once heard that the design concept of Vault 070 is to rule people by man, and to inspire people to survive by creating a role like a spiritual leader... It shows how naive the designers before the war were. It is said that the arch of the shelter is only 10% down. In 2008, it developed into hell. The 'moral model' only carried out justice for a few years, then he forgot the restraint of civilized people and became a tribal chief. Hehe, it is said that he used the authority of the security procedure to absurdly He cleaned up all the males, leaving only the females as a tool for his lust... As for the 101 Vault, it is probably an unmanned sanctuary."

Shocked by the cruel reality, Jiang Chen swallowed hard. However, he still didn't understand Sun Jiao's words.

"No shelter? Does no one need shelter?"

"Hehe, of course, store the DNA data of elites from all walks of life, open the embryo culture dish after reaching the evacuation period, and automatically 'produce' those perfect bodies, and then cooperate with the virtual reality system to obtain more than ten years of life in a relatively short period of time. 'Memories'. Hehe, I don't know the meaning of the products that came out of the cultivation tank. Did the designers before the war realize that these products would be very popular in the post-war wasteland?" Sun Jiao In his words, he did not hide his sarcasm. Jiang Chen, who was standing aside as an audience member, could not help but remain silent.

Is this the end of civilization...

"It's here." Sun Jiao's brief words interrupted Jiang Chen's thoughts and dragged him to the door of a shop.

This is the official purchase station of the outer market of the sixth block, responsible for valuing and purchasing the goods that are in demand in the camp. While things like cans and batteries can be used directly as currency in some survivor camps, those trading rules obviously don't apply to the "prosperous" sixth block. Therefore, at this time, a credible organization is needed to implement a unified currency. At the same time, it is also easier to collect taxes.

Subcrystal, as the main energy source for high-power equipment, has a rigid demand for any survivor base. And its easy to carry characteristics also meet the necessary characteristics of currency in circulation.

Although applying for a store to sell canned food is a more profitable option, Jiang Chen, who is "not bad", naturally chose the most convenient way to sell those expensive canned food to the most impartial Sixth District official.

In this regard, Sun Jiao did not do much to discourage her, and it could be seen that she did not want to stay here for too long.

"Something." A mechanical and skilled answer came from the window.

Seeing Sun Jiao motioning to him, Jiang Chen took out the backpack behind him, took one of the contents and put it on the table.

"His..." The trader in the window gasped.

Jiang Chen finally heard a hint of unbelievable shock from that tone, and at the same time felt the greedy eyes of Chi Guoguo imprinted on his back.

Unnaturally shivered, Jiang Chen reluctantly gave Sun Jiao a questioning look. Sun Jiao smiled and indicated that Jiang Chen should not care, after all, no one dared to break the rules here. They were all perfectly safe, at least until they left the sixth block.

"Do you still have the goods, sir?" The voice turned out to be a little respectful.

Canned fresh meat... Even the nobles living in the inner circle usually eat meat from mutant cows and ripened vegetables every day. The front-office trader even suspected that his scanner was at fault, because what was displayed on the screen was...

Fresh beef has a storage period of 127 days, and the harmful substances are far below the edible threshold. Food quality - perfect!

Meat is a luxury in itself, but the fresh beef that this person brought out...even if it is called a luxury among luxury goods, it is not an exaggeration. This kind of thing has basically disappeared in the end of the world. The whole earth is afraid that there will be no fat cow that has not been mutated. If there is, it is probably in the far north, where radiation levels are relatively low.

On the sixth block, or the whole wasteland, most people don't have the opportunity to eat healthy food. Often, survivors choose to use nutritional supplements to satisfy their hunger. That kind of thing that uses the protein tissue of mutant organisms as raw materials naturally cannot taste good, it can only be said to be barely swallowable.

Every meal can eat "green food", I am afraid that only Jiang Chen can have such a luxury in the entire wasteland.

What's even more outrageous is that this guy also thinks canned food is not as good as fresh food...

"There are many more."

"Please go to the VIP room for settlement, there will be a special trader to serve you." The trader at the front desk smiled at Jiang Chen, and quickly went through the formalities for him. After a while, a good-looking lady walked to Jiang Chen. next to the morning.

"Dear sir, please come with me." The female trader smiled mysteriously at Jiang Chen, then turned around and led them towards the VIP room with a graceful catwalk. The reason why transactions are processed in the VIP room is also a measure to keep customer information confidential. If you move out a lot of valuable things in the hall, I am afraid that this person will not have the chance to walk out of the sixth block 100 meters away.

Pushing open the wooden door, a faint scent of tea came out. The classical wooden table and leather sofa, the incense burner is placed in the middle of the tea table, and the precious purple clay teapot reveals a very elegant elegance. As far as this VIP room is concerned, it has the feeling of a modern tea room.

"Please come in, sir." Standing in front of the door, the beautiful female trader lowered her eyes slightly, and a seductive gully loomed on her chest. Miss Sun Jiao, who was standing beside her, squinted her eyes with a playful smile on the corner of her mouth.

For some reason, the look in the beautiful trader's eyes made him feel a little hairy, as if he was going to eat him.

However, Jiang Chen didn't think much of it, he lifted his foot and walked into the VIP room.

Just as the beautiful trader was about to go in and closed the door behind her, Sun Jiao walked in as if nothing had happened.

The beautiful trader gave Sun Jiao a slightly surprised and dissatisfied look. However, the savage Miss Sun Jiao glared back unceremoniously.

Glancing at Sun Jiao's proud chest, the beautiful trader curled her lips unwillingly, with a polite smile still on her face, she gently closed the door without saying a word.

Jiang Chen naturally didn't know that this happened in the confrontation between several breaths.

Transactions with more than 100 sub-crystal points need to be carried out in the VIP room. On the one hand, it is out of caution, and on the other hand, it is out of the "big family"... The VIP room is linked to special services, which are located in the sixth block. It's not news anymore.

"Professional" female traders earn tips for special services, and the back office of the Sixth Street Exchange can get "good reviews" from big customers. In a sense, it's a win-win situation.

However, since Miss Sun Jiao was here, the tip of the female trader would be in vain.

After some counting, the transaction was quickly settled. 20 cans of perfect quality were settled by the exchange at a high price of 50 sub-crystals each. After all, these cans are not just food, even if they are called luxury goods. I believe that if these cans are brought to the rich people in the inner circle, I am afraid that the price will be doubled and they will be sold.

The so-called rare is the most expensive is the truth.

For this reason, Sun Jiao complained in Jiang Chen's ears many times, but Jiang Chen didn't pay much attention to it, instead she was secretly delighted.

How much is a can worth? However, 1 sub-crystal point can quickly recharge the warp bracelet by 10%! That way, he doesn't need to take the risk to steal electricity anymore.

No matter how you think about this business.

"Do you know where the VIP room is?" Sun Jiao said suddenly while walking in the crowded market.

"Huh? The place where bulk goods are traded?" Jiang Chen was stunned, not understanding why she asked this.

"Pfft," Sun Jiao suddenly covered her stomach and smiled, smiling in a very unmannered manner, "As expected, you don't know."

"I don't think it's interesting." Jiang Chen looked at Sun Jiao speechlessly.

Having laughed enough, Sun Jiao suddenly brought her lips close to his ear with a playful look on her face.

"It's a place for special services."

Jiang Chen felt that his ears were being blown, and his scalp couldn't help but feel numb. However, he was already used to Sun Jiao's occasional teasing, so naturally he would not jump away with a blushing face like before, but instead showed a cheeky expression of enjoyment.

"Have you ever hated me for ruining your good deeds?" Sun Jiao asked jokingly, "If I stood outside, she might give you a 'full service'. That little girl is probably still scolding right now. I ruined her business."

"How can I hate you, I like you more." Jiang Chen also smirked and leaned closer to Sun Jiao's earlobe, blowing in revenge.

"..." Sun Jiao's cheeks blushed. After all, she was still a young girl who was just getting started. Although he always calls himself his sister, his actual age is not older than Jiang Chen.

Suddenly, Sun Jiao's phoenix eyes narrowed slightly.

"Someone is following."

"Who?" Jiang Chen was stunned, subconsciously wanting to turn back.

"Don't look back, pretend nothing happened. No one dares to do anything here. I have my own way to deal with these rats, my boss." Sun Jiao smiled and bit Jiang Chen's ear. In the eyes of others, the two are like a flirtatious little couple.

Because someone was following them, the next trip of the two naturally sped up a lot.

Sun Jiao took Jiang Chen directly to a place that looked like a hospital. After entering, he learned that this is the place where various vaccines and genetic medicines are sold.

After paying a total of 55 sub-crystals, the doctor wearing a mask injected Jiang Chen's left and right arms. One of the shots is the T-vaccine, which is used to prevent the infection of zombie bacteria. Another shot is a C-level gene-enhancing agent. According to the doctor's introduction, its effect can probably increase muscle strength, reflex nerves, and bone strength by 10-25 points. The physical strengthening effect will gradually take effect over three days.

There are a lot of useful medicines in the pharmacy, and Jiang Chen selectively bought some. These are all medicines to improve physical fitness. After all, strength is the prerequisite for guaranteeing wealth. You can't hide behind Sun Jiao all the time, right?

Although Jiang Chen really thought so. Hiring someone to fight is more graceful than fighting in person, ahem...

Then, the two went to the arms store to replenish ammunition. The Sirius assault rifle Sun Jiao used used C-type batteries as ammunition, and only 1 unit of sub-crystal was required to charge 5 magazines.

As for the 7.62mm cartridge used in Jiang Chen's PK200 assault rifle, it is slightly more expensive. 360 rounds of bullets cost a total of 4 spar points. Although Sun Jiao's face was aching, Jiang Chen paid directly.

Canned food for arms, no matter how you think it is a profit!

Of course, the "barbarians" here will not understand.

In this wasteland, laser weapons are undoubtedly an environmentally friendly and economical choice, and general short- and medium-range laser rifles are enough to adapt to the terrain of most urban battles. As long as it is not a high-power long-range laser rifle, the energy consumption is very low. As far as the Sirius in Sun Jiao's hands is concerned, the effective range is only 400 meters, and the energy of the beam projectile will be greatly attenuated after 400 meters. However, a C-type battery is enough to supply it to fire 200 beams. If it is not for the overheating of the weapon, this weapon can even shoot machine gun fire at close range.

As for kinetic weapons, the advantage is that the effective range is long, the bullet power attenuation is not obvious, and it is not completely immune to energy shields. As far as PCA's standard weapon PK200 assault rifle is concerned, it can be used as a sniper rifle with an 8x scope. Although this kind of gun was a bit wasteful for Jiang Chen to hold, it was undoubtedly the most suitable for him.

Kinetic weapons are many times more reliable than laser weapons. An EMP grenade can knock down a laser rifle, but a kinetic rifle can still fire. In the event of an accident, Sun Jiao would deal with various malfunctions of the laser weapon, but Jiang Chen could only stare blankly.

"Let's stay here tonight." Sun Jiao looked at the setting sun, and then casually glanced at the stalker.

"But..." Jiang Chen frowned, he felt uncomfortable about being followed.

"Night is very dangerous," Sun Jiao said lightly, with a chilling smile on her face, "But at the same time, it is also full of opportunities."

It seems that tonight, some people are destined to be unlucky.