Chapter 23 – Divine Statue Shard

So this was a Divine Statue Shard!

Deities were said to be beings who wielded the power of rules, and their statues contained a trace of this divine rule power. If one was lucky enough to gather all the Divine Statue Shards and Synthesize a complete Divine Statue, they could inherit this trace of divine rule power!

Rule power was said to be a supreme existence transcending ordinary forces. It resembled the most hidden and powerful laws of the universe, weaving the trajectories of all things in the world, controlling the delicate balance between life and death, strength and weakness, existence and disappearance.

Even a trace of rule power contained endless mysteries and potential, elevating its possessor above all living beings!

It was also said that Deities did not choose their inheritors randomly. Those who obtained Divine Statue Shards were generally individuals with Luck, and those who managed to assemble a complete Divine Statue were hailed as legendary “Children of Luck.” Without mishap, every “Child of Luck” would eventually grow into an existence at the pinnacle of the pyramid!

Each of them was a hegemon in their own right!

In his Previous Life, Xiao Wuwang had never obtained a single Divine Statue Shard before his death.

But now, a Divine Statue Shard was clearly laid out before him, and the player named “Duan Zhengchun” was obviously an inexperienced novice with little worldly experience. With his own fame, he could likely obtain it with just a little maneuvering.

A Divine Statue!

Faced with such a great temptation, Xiao Wuwang found himself torn between conflicting thoughts.

After calming down for a while, reason ultimately triumphed over desire.

Xiao Wuwang found “Duan Zhengchun” and sent him a private message: 【I have information about that shard in your possession. Add me as a friend to discuss in detail.】

Soon after, Duan Zhengchun replied: 【Wow!! Wow!! Is it really Big Shot Wuwang? You’re looking for me? And you’re actively adding me as a friend? Am I dreaming?】

Xiao Wuwang couldn’t help but facepalm in exasperation: 【It’s me. Nicknames are unique, so I’m one of a kind. You can rest assured. Add me now.】

Duan Zhengchun: 【Okay! Okay! I’ll accept right now! Haha! I never thought I’d become friends with my idol!】

The friend request was accepted.

Once friends were added, messages would come with notifications, and chat history would be automatically saved without being lost.

Wuwang Kuangzun: 【Is that shard you posted in the group still in your possession?】

Duan Zhengchun: 【Yes, it is. I picked up this shard on the road. At first, I thought it was a treasure chest, but when I picked it up, it turned out to be something unknown. Big Shot Wuwang, if you want to study it too, I can send it to you right now.】

Such a naive thought—wasn’t he afraid someone might take it and never return it?

Xiao Wuwang took several deep breaths, suppressing the rising desire once again.

Wuwang Kuangzun: 【That shard in your hand is called a Divine Statue Shard. If you’re fortunate enough to collect a full set and Synthesize a complete Divine Statue, you can gain an ability of a Deity. Its value is truly immeasurable. It took me a long internal struggle to suppress my greed and not trick it away from you.】

Duan Zhengchun: 【Wow! Big Shot Wuwang, you really are a good person! Just based on this Quality of yours, I’ve decided to give this shard directly to you.】

Wuwang Kuangzun: 【？？】

Xiao Wuwang was genuinely puzzled. Now that the other party knew the value of this shard, why would he still give it away so freely?

And Duan Zhengchun’s subsequent reply answered his doubts.

Duan Zhengchun: “I understand the principle of ‘a man’s wealth is his own ruin’! Although we are now in a cruel and harsh Survival World, I also know that this is a world of infinite possibilities!”

Duan Zhengchun: “I know my own strength. It’s fine now that others don’t know the value of this fragment, but in the future, more people will definitely learn about it. I certainly won’t be able to keep this fragment.”

Duan Zhengchun: “The fact that you told me the full value of this fragment without reservation is enough to prove you are a principled person. I think you must want this fragment too, and given your character, you definitely won’t let me suffer a loss.”

Duan Zhengchun: “Actually, I was terminally ill before, with not much time left. I had already prepared for death, but unexpectedly, I was ‘fortunate’ enough to be transported here, allowing me to continue living without illness or pain. For me, this is already an immense blessing.”

Duan Zhengchun: “In the past, I received help from many people. Without those kind-hearted individuals and charitable organizations, I wouldn’t have survived until now. I only wish every kind person could be treated gently by the world, but I also know that’s impossible!”

Duan Zhengchun: “Because… this is the Survival World!! I have a feeling I probably won’t live long here, but I hope that before I leave, I can pass on this kindness, just like… those who once warmed my heart.”

Xiao Wuwang read his reply, and his expression couldn’t help but stiffen slightly.

This Duan Zhengchun was kind and simple, yet remarkably perceptive.

Xiao Wuwang digested this for a while before replying.

Wuwang Kuangzun: “You’re right. I contacted you precisely for that Divine Statue Shard. You already know its value. Tell me what you want, and I’ll try my best to satisfy you with what I have.”

Duan Zhengchun: “I don’t really know what I want either. Because I entered while still ill, I get out of breath after just a few steps. So, I didn’t even get off the train at the first Platform. If I hadn’t woken up in the middle of the night, received the Survival World load message, and immediately grabbed all the food and drinks by my hospital bed, I might have gone hungry.”

Wuwang Kuangzun: “Your situation is actually quite easy to resolve. I’ll send you 200 units of Wood first. Upgrade your train, and after upgrading, you’ll receive 2 Free Attribute Points. Just allocate both of those points to Constitution, and your physical condition will improve significantly. By the way, would you mind telling me your Base Attributes?”

Duan Zhengchun: “Constitution 4, Spirit 16. I don’t know if that’s good or bad.”

“Hiss~~”

Xiao Wuwang couldn’t help but gasp in shock upon seeing his Base Attributes.

The disparity between the two Base Attributes was so extreme!

Looking at his 16-point Spirit, Xiao Wuwang couldn’t help but marvel inwardly at his extraordinary Talent in soul-related aspects.

He himself only reached 18 points in starting Spirit thanks to Rebirth, but Duan Zhengchun’s was a genuine reflection of his innate Talent.

Wuwang Kuangzun: “Although it’s a bit lopsided, your starting Spirit Attribute is so high, proving you have exceptional Talent in soul-related areas. Your future prospects are limitless! Keep living on! You’ll definitely discover another side of this world’s wonders!”

Duan Zhengchun: “Heh! I don’t dare hope for that. Right now, I’m just a useless person who struggles after a few steps.”

Wuwang Kuangzun: “First, level up once and allocate both of your Free Attribute Points to Constitution. With 6 Constitution, you’ll be able to move around freely, though labor or intense exercise will consume more Fatigue Points. If you level up to 2 and add another 2 points to Constitution, you’ll be no different from an ordinary person! How about this—I’ll also cover the basic resources (Wood and Iron) you need to reach level 2, as payment for the shard. Once you collect 10 Train Upgrade Shards, come back to me for the basic resources. What do you think?”

Duan Zhengchun: “Can I really move like a normal person?”

Wuwang Kuangzun: “My starting Constitution was 9 points. After you level up twice, your Constitution will reach 8 points—just slightly weaker than average, but it won’t hinder your normal activities at all.”

Duan Zhengchun: “Alright! Big Shot Wuwang, your words put me much more at ease. Let’s trade!”

Xiao Wuwang initiated the trade request and placed 200 units of Wood into the exchange.

As soon as the Divine Statue Shard appeared in the trade space, Xiao Wuwang immediately retrieved it.

It was a Common jade fragment, which in its complete form should be disc-shaped. At the center of the disc was an area shrouded in mist—the Divine Statue. It was said that only by Synthesizing the complete Divine Statue would the form of the Deity within be revealed.

Xiao Wuwang focused his gaze, intending to use the appraisal function of his Talent to examine the attributes of this Divine Statue Shard.

But at that moment, an unexpected change suddenly occurred.