I Can Program My Body? - Chapter 304

Chapter 304: Uploading Elemental Books
Solaris Virtual Domain, Covenant of Truth:

Since he couldn’t help, Nash decided it was better to stock up on books about elements.

Heading to the library, he quickly found the elemental depository.

“This place only has common elements that are free to browse?” Nash thought, disappointed as he scanned the array of books.

Though the collection was larger than the Nova Library’s, rare elements like Space, Time, Aether, Starlight, and the like were absent.

It seemed not only were the resources needed for these elements rare, but even the knowledge to comprehend them was restricted.

“Whatever, I’ll just study everything here,” Nash decided.

He didn’t have the resources, not even elemental crystals, to master those rare elements anyway.

Unlike Skylar and others with a high affinity for specific elements, Nash didn’t need to specialize.

With his affinities all equal, it didn’t matter what elements he mastered first.

Although such a haphazard approach would take a toll on comprehension, Nash had already thought of a solution.

Long before advancing to Void General rank, he had already devised a plan to use the module system to help him understand elements.

Looking at the books before him, Nash mobilized his 13 billion computational power and began uploading every book about elements in the [Library Module System].

According to the compendium of elements he’d read, there were 1,618 elements in total.

Missing the 118 rare elements, the library held only 1,500 types of elements.

Assigning about 800 thousand computational power to each type of book, Nash sat back and turned to other tasks.

Though he lacked the computational power to calculate on his own, he could still draft plans for the upcoming Cosmic Competition.

As Natasha had suspected, Nash was indeed someone who couldn’t sit still with nothing to do.

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Four days later, Nash was called by Zeke.

Logging out of the Virtual World, Nash headed to the ship’s massive conference hall.

“Nash, I’ve already assembled everyone. It’s time for you, the leader, to take the stage,” Zeke said, patting his shoulder.

“I know, I’ll do my best…” Nash took a deep breath as he walked toward the stage.

Looking at the massive crowd of 25 million cosmic elites stretching before him, he felt a flicker of nervousness.

Clearing his mind, Nash reviewed everything he wanted to say and began to speak.

“Greetings, everyone. I am Nash Navre, the leader of this batch’s seeded talents. I have gathered you all today to announce an important decision we have reached.”

“Together with the Nova Sector, we have chosen to take the Ashura Path, a mode of the Cosmic Competition without limits, regulations, or boundaries.”

“This path will be perilous, and many may not come out alive. For such a dangerous path, neither the Nova Sector nor I will compel anyone to take part.”

“By your own choice, you may stand with us as we brave this arduous road or pursue a path of your own.”

Finishing his speech, the crowd fell silent, then erupted into an uproar.

Ashura Path! Though most didn’t know the full details, they had some sense of the danger it held.

If the regular Cosmic Competition had a 70% casualty rate, the Ashura Path was one where you come out as winner or die trying!

Venturing deep into the uncharted zone, even the Chronos Token given to each participant wouldn’t work.

With no escape, they could only press forward, establish themselves, form connections to reality, or perish in the attempt.

Feeling their hearts grow cold, most quickly decided to go their own way.

What a joke! Risking their lives for what? The Nova Sector? They weren’t that noble.

Seeing the crowd’s expressions, Nash wasn’t surprised by their reaction.

Given the danger ahead, only someone out of their mind would charge forward.

Fortunately, alongside the danger came the rewards.

“I know what you’re all thinking. But before you decide, please hear out the rewards you could gain…”

At this, the crowd hushed, looking at him with a spark of anticipation.

As cosmic elites, none of them were cowards.

If the reward was tempting enough, they were willing to face any danger.

“For those who join our cause, the Nova Sector will grant you wealth, status, and power!”

“These rewards are immediate. You’ll have them before the Cosmic Competition even begins.”

“First, wealth. You or your closest family will receive 1 million sols as an incentive for your bravery.”

“Second, status. No matter what happens, your immediate family will be granted Honorary Citizen Status, ensuring they could be taken care for life.”

“Finally, power. Everyone who joins will receive a Tier 4 runic weapon to defend themselves!”

At these rewards, the silent crowd erupted into an even louder uproar!

One million sols! Honorary Citizen Status! A Tier 4 runic weapon!

Though these meant little to the seeded talents, for most cosmic elites from poor families, it was an immense reward.

One had to know that the reward for passing the sector-level competition was just 1 billion Nova credits, plus some resources and a training manual.

Yet, simply joining the team granted 1 million sol, which was equivalent to 1 trillion nova credits!? How insane was this?

Then there was the title of Honorary Citizen. For the wealthy, it might not matter much.

But for most, it solved all their lifelong needs, from food, shelter, education, health, and even training.

Even if they lazed around until death, they’d live in wealth most could never dream of.

From money to status, their families or loved ones were already set.

Even if they died in the Cosmic Competition, they could rest easy knowing those at home would live in glory.

On the other hand, forging their own path might offer a slim chance of survival but came with heavy burdens.

Finally, the Tier 4 runic weapon, which itself was worth trillions of nova credits.

With such a powerful artifact, their odds in the Cosmic Competition wouldn’t be as grim as they’d feared.

Armed with it, fighting and defeating ordinary Tier 4 or 5 dark beasts wouldn’t be a problem.

Watching the shifting expressions in the crowd, Nash couldn’t help but smile.

It seemed he’d secured a team to rampage through the Dark Plane.

Still, to ensure everything was foolproof, Nash needed to give them time to make a decision.

“To give everyone time to think and decide, we’ll end today’s meeting and reconvene tomorrow.”

“For those who choose to join, come back here. If not, don’t worry, the Nova Sector won’t hold it against you.”

“Each to their own path. No matter what you pick, the Nova Sector and I wish you luck and success!”