Since I've already time-traveled, of course I'm going to take the shortcut!

Chapter 14 Life Winner Lv3 Unlock Conditions

As the indoctrination of alchemical knowledge was completed, the surge of inspiration brought about by this knowledge gradually subsided.

The dazzling and violent storm of alchemical knowledge in Lü Yao's mind gradually subsided, and even the magnificent alchemical array that had just appeared disappeared again under countless mists... It was as if nothing had happened.

However, Lü Yao's understanding of alchemy had quietly changed.

The essence of alchemy is "transformation".

Therefore, in the eyes of alchemists, copper and gold are essentially the same, because they are completely interchangeable. Thus, ordinary items can be transformed into extraordinary items in the hands of alchemists.

The boundary between the mundane world and the mystical world is blurred, or even non-existent, for alchemists.

The key to all of this lies in the "alchemy array" mastered by alchemists.

Putting aside his reflections, Lü Yao looked at what was in front of him.

[Alchemist Lv1 maxed out]

Alchemist Lv2 has been unlocked.

Alchemist Lv2 – Basic Potion Recipes, Basic Construct Transmutation, Basic Flesh Modification

Upon seeing the newly discovered alchemical knowledge, Lü Yao's brows and eyes relaxed!

The three weeks of training were worthwhile; he indeed unlocked the alchemist's knowledge of potion recipes.

But what the heck are "construct transmutation" and "flesh modification"?

Lu Yao immediately focused his mind and browsed the outlines of the two subjects: construct alchemy and flesh and blood modification.

Alchemists' potion recipes are easy to understand; they are simply various beneficial, harmful, or explosive potions. This is what made alchemists famous.

Construct crafting involves knowledge of various alchemical tools, from small alchemical flying blades to large siege golems—all of which are tools that alchemists can craft, which is not difficult to understand.

What made Lü Yao's scalp tingle was the flesh-and-blood transformation.

The flesh-and-blood transformation was initially developed by alchemists who drew upon the power of the Druid system, using transmutation arrays to accelerate growth and select the best aspects.

However, with the continuous development of the alchemy system, unethical methods such as organ cultivation, limb replacement, and bloodline transplantation began to emerge.

In the end, alchemists developed all sorts of bizarre things, such as flesh puppets, bloodline constructs, and spirit creations. The ultimate goal of flesh modification was the "homologian," one of the three wonders of alchemy.

After reading this, Lü Yao thought to himself, "No wonder alchemists and mainstream mystical schools don't get along."

This level of malevolence is enough to put him at the same table as a master of necromancy.

However, flesh and blood modification is not currently Lu Yao's focus; he has turned his attention back to the alchemy potion formula.

The Alchemist Lv2's "Basic Potion Recipes" contains a total of five potion recipes:

"Basic Vitality Formula", "Basic Essence Elixir", "Basic Healing Elixir"

"Elementary Explosive Alchemy Formula" and "Elementary Adhesive Alchemy Formula".

The alchemist's potion recipes are easy to understand; you can tell what they are for just by looking at the names.

What really put Lü Yao to the test was... each alchemy recipe here required 40,000 universal experience points! To master the "Basic Potion Recipes" skill, that would require 200,000 universal experience points!

It will take almost three months just to fully master the "Basic Potion Recipes"!

Is this reasonable?

In principle, being able to master the "Basic Potion Recipes" in three months is already the mark of a genius among geniuses.

But the problem is—isn't the "principle" now in Lü Yao's hands?

Looking at the Alchemist panel floating in front of him, Lü Yao thought to himself, "Am I not a winner in life? Why do I feel like even a winner in life is inexplicably grinding now?"

Not right.

Something's not right.

It must be that the way it's opened is different somewhere.

While pondering, Lü Yao's gaze involuntarily fell on the [Life Winner] level panel. Life Winner Lv1 was initially unlocked, with the privilege of becoming stronger simply by breathing; Life Winner Lv2 required losing one's virginity, and after unlocking, one would obtain an exclusive profession.

The unlock condition for Life Winner Lv3 is "reaching 10000 reputation points".

Regarding the acquisition of reputation, the system only has one comment: "As a winner in life, you can always win in different situations. Winners in life will settle reputation based on different events."

But so far, Lü Yao has not triggered any reputation events.

That's probably where the problem lies.

If you're at Life Winner Lv3, you might get more general experience, and Life Winner won't be as grindy.

What about reputation events?

How exactly do I trigger it?

Could you please provide a system notification?

Lu Yao called out in his heart, but the Lv2 winner in life ignored him.

Gan!

There was nothing else Lü Yao could do but continue accumulating general experience.

In the days that followed, Lü Yao began shuttling between the dormitory and the training center again. He went so frequently that Gu Xiaoshu started to ask curiously, "Are you also planning to join the youth training team?"

Lü Yao waved his hand with a smile: "Even dogs don't get into the youth training team, I'm just training my body."

Gu Xiaoshu was immediately displeased when she heard Lü Yao say that, and grabbed Lü Yao's waist: "What do you mean?"

Am I not even as good as a dog?

……

Two days later, Xu Pingan, who had been busy outside, returned to his dormitory and asked Lü Yao, "Da Yao, do you think we should get an office space? We need a place for financial settlement, personnel management, and task coordination."

Lu Yao thought for a moment: "Doesn't the school have a student entrepreneurship incubation center?"

Many universities provide special funds and venues to support student entrepreneurship, and the world is no exception. Logically speaking, finding venues on campus should be better and more cost-effective.

Xu Pingan shook his head and smiled wryly, "The school's facilities also require payment, and we are subject to the school's supervision. These are not the real problems. The problem lies in the complicated process of submitting the application."

Lü Yao understood; any matter involving budgets would inevitably lead to numerous problems. Instead of dealing with these issues within the school, it would be better to rent office space outside.

Xu Pingan continued, "My idea is this: we are still students, so we are eligible for student entrepreneurship loans and subsidies."

Lu Yao frowned and asked, "This won't be easy to carry, will it?"

Many so-called support loans sound good, but not everyone can get them.

Especially for projects like college student entrepreneurship, which seem to have low returns, bad debts are very likely to occur. Therefore, many banks are unwilling to issue such loans, and many applications are rejected.

Xu Pingan laughed and said, "Normally, it's not easy to get it. But I consulted my teacher and submitted a written document outlining our recent transaction history and business model. My teacher said there shouldn't be any problem."

Lu Yao laughed and said, "You've already prepared everything, why are you asking me?"

Xu Pingan scratched his head and laughed, "Hey, I just wanted to reassure you."

Lu Yao thought for a moment and then said, "That's perfect. I'll help you look for a venue these next couple of days. I'm also planning to rent a place to do some things."

Xu Pingan was stunned: "Huh? What are you planning to do?"