Fang Zhao's apartment was on the top floor of this building. When he had first bought this apartment, half of the top floor had been used as a garden. Fang Zhao had not made any changes after buying it from Xue Jing, only expanding the parking apron.
After receiving the message, Fang Zhao walked out. Not long after, he saw a black dot approaching from afar. The black dot expanded rapidly. It was a delivery drone. It descended above the parking apron but did not get too close.
A black metal box was lowered vertically and landed on the parking apron.
After Fang Zhao confirmed that he had received the item, the delivery drone left.
The box was encrypted. Fang Zhao scanned his identity information and the box opened automatically.
Inside the metal box was a transparent box made of an unknown material. Inside was a humanoid machine that looked like a robot.
Fang Zhao was puzzled. When had he ordered a robot?
But when he saw the introduction of the item on the transparent box, he understood. This was not a robot. It was the 10th generation game console that Fiery Bird had sent over from headquarters. The machine was white with black stripes and a red Fiery Bird logo.
This was his new game console? Fang Zhao really could not connect it.
At this moment, Fang Zhao's wristband indicated that he had a call waiting to be connected. It was from an unknown number.
Fang Zhao thought for a bit before answering.
"Hello, may I ask if this is Mr. Fang Zhao?" a somewhat rough voice asked.
"Yes, it is me."
"Hello, I am Zachary, an engineer from Fiery Bird's Yanzhou branch. We are responsible for the installation and maintenance of the machine. We have received your confirmation. May I know if you are free today? If you are, we will be at your place within 20 minutes to help you install the machine and guide you on how to use it. If you are busy today, we can arrange another time. "
"I don't have anything else to do. I'm at home."
"All right, then I will have to trouble you to wait for another 20 minutes. My assistant and I will head over to your place."
Since an engineer would come over to install the machine, Fang Zhao did not touch the box for the time being.
"Boss, what is this? A housework robot? "
Zuo Yu had come over to deliver a document that required a manual signature. As there was a box on the parking apron, there was not much space for him to park, so he had parked in the public parking lot downstairs. He was puzzled when he saw the item on the parking apron. What was Fang Zhao buying a robot for? Housework? When he saw the insignia on the chest of the "robot," he was even more puzzled. Since when had Fiery Bird become a housekeeping robot?
"It's not for housework. It's Fiery Bird's 10th generation game console," Fang Zhao said.
"The legendary tenth generation? Game console?! "Zuo Yu was surprised." This is a game console? "
After reading the information on the box, Zuo Yu believed that Fang Zhao wasn't lying.
"That's true. The legendary tenth generation looked like this? What does the designer think? "
Although his words were full of contempt for Fiery Bird's designers, Zuo Yu still circled the box curiously. Knowing that the engineer would be here soon, he was in no hurry to leave. Originally, he had planned to return to the company after delivering the document to Fang Zhao for his signature, but the document was not particularly urgent and could be delivered today. He wanted to stay here and take a look. If it had only been a helmet-type or cabin-type game console, he would not have been so curious. Even if it was the latest model from Fiery Bird, he would not have been interested. However, this design had piqued his curiosity.
"It should be an exoskeleton design. Never would I have expected to see an exoskeleton design on a game console. It's just that the exterior doesn't look impressive enough. "Zuo Yu clicked his tongue in wonder as he looked at it. He wished he could open the box and touch it.
Fang Zhao understood what Zuo Yu was referring to when he said "exoskeleton." Humans were familiar with the protective outer shell of prawns, crabs, and other animals. Humans also had similar programs to protect their fragile bodies.
For example, the exoskeleton-type wearable suit had actually been in use before the end of days. During the end of days, scientists had also initiated the exoskeleton project, but the technology had not matured, and Fang Zhao had not been able to wear it in battle in his previous life.
After mankind had begun the era of extraterrestrial exploration in the New Era, this type of technology had developed rapidly. However, in the past, it had mostly been used for military and medical purposes. The deepest impression the public had had was the armor-like power suits of the Space Marine Corps. It was not that there were no uses for entertainment facilities, but it was very rare. The cost was too high, and no company was willing to try it. Who would have thought that Fiery Bird would actually choose an exoskeleton design for the 10th generation?
It seemed like when Fiery Bird had said that they would make changes for the 10th generation, it meant that they had started the exoskeleton project and had already realized it.
Zuo Yu's eyes were filled with envy. "Too bad it's just a game console. If only it was a real exoskeleton."
"Have you ever worn that type of power suit?" Fang Zhao asked.
"Nope. I entered the military a long time ago and studied at a military school. During my military service, I obeyed the collective assignment and was transferred to assist in counterterrorism. I was unable to go out. "Zuo Yu was very regretful.
"Unable to go out" meant that he had not been able to leave the planet. This had always been Zuo Yu's regret. He had thought that if he continued to work hard in the military, one day he would be able to go out. Unfortunately, he had made a mistake and been kicked out of the military.
However, seeing the Fiery Bird 10th generation in front of him, Zuo Yu started to look forward to it again. "Fiery Bird's goal should be to let more people have a good time. Those so-called 'exoskeletons' sold online are just for show. In terms of technology and feeling, they definitely cannot compare to the real thing. Since Fiery Bird has designed the 10th generation as an exoskeleton design, given their reputation, even if the feeling after wearing it cannot compare to the real thing, it will not be too far off.
As Fang Zhao and Zuo Yu were chatting, a flying car flew over.
As there was no extra space to park, a middle-aged man in work attire jumped out of the car and showed Fang Zhao his work identification. "Hello, I am the engineer who contacted you before, Zachary."
Zachary looked a little like those Muzhou farm workers. He was a little tanned, his rough hands were full of calluses, and he was very spirited.
After introducing himself, Zachary pressed a button on a certain part of the transparent box. Four wheels popped out from the bottom of the box. Zachary pushed the box aside and got his assistant to park the car on the tarmac.
"Where does Mr. Fang wish to place the machine?" Zachary asked.
"That room." Fang Zhao opened the door to a room that he had prepared long ago. It was still empty and did not have anything else inside.
After Zachary pushed the box into the room, he started to get busy with his assistant. As he installed it, he explained to Fang Zhao the advantages that the 10th generation had over the previous 9th generation models.
It will not bring you any weight and is more convenient. For example, when you are tired from playing games, you can wear it to eat, drink, and sleep. That is to say, apart from showering, you can basically wear it all the time. It also satisfies the aspirations of some gamers towards the Space Marine Corps power suit. If you can get used to this, even if you wear the Space Marine Corps power suit in the future, you will not feel too uncomfortable. Of course, there are many functions that the real Space Marine Corps power suit does not have. The Space Marine Corps power suit is a 'weapon,' and this is just a 'game console.' It can only simulate that kind of feeling. Other than that, it will let you feel more real in-game... "
While Zachary was explaining, Zuo Yu was itching to try it out. "Boss, after you try it out in a while, can you let me have a try?"
"Sure," Fang Zhao replied.
After the installation and inspection was completed, Zachary guided Fang Zhao to put it on. Actually, it was not complicated because it was automatic. All he needed to do was verify his identity and authorization.
Fang Zhao could feel that he was wearing an "outer shell," but he did not feel stifled or restricted. Waving his hands, swinging his arms, walking, jumping, and other things were all very free, and there was no sense of obstruction. It seemed like what Zachary said about being able to eat, drink, and sleep while wearing it was true.
"Alright, now you can enter the adaptation stage. I recommend that you lie down. If you stand up, once you enter the game, after a long time, your nerves will not feel tired, but your body will still bear the burden. After you leave the game, you will feel some side effects. Sitting is fine, but I still recommend lying down, "Zachary said.
Fang Zhao did not go out to find a bed. He directly laid down and followed Zachary's instructions to enter the adaptation process.
As if his soul had been extracted from his body, Fang Zhao felt like he was standing in a strange place. He could not feel his original body lying on the floor.
In front of him was a basketball, and the surroundings had become a basketball court. Below his feet was a wooden floor, and he was wearing a basketball uniform and basketball shoes.
"Mr. Fang, you have already entered the adaptation process. You can move as you please. We will check your adaptation level." Zachary's voice came from beside his ear.
Fang Zhao did not waste any more words. He walked over and picked up the ball. He could clearly feel the texture on the surface of the basketball.
Indeed... very real!
Fang Zhao started to try hitting the ball.
Bang! Bang! Bang!
The sound of the basketball smashing against the floor mixed with the sound of the air inside the ball, stimulating his excited nerves.
Fang Zhao walked forward while hitting the ball. His hitting speed became faster and faster, and his dribbling movements became more and more proficient.
...
In the room, Zachary looked at the series of charts displayed on the measuring apparatus and looked at the comprehensive data at the edge. It displayed "60." The highest bar was 100. Generally, reaching 60 was no problem.
Looking at these numbers, a relaxed smile appeared on Zachary's face. "Not bad. Being able to reach 60 means that you can use it normally. Adapt very well. Maybe you can even reach 70 in another month..."
Before he could finish speaking, Zachary became mute. He stared blankly at the adaptation value displayed on the screen. After stabilizing at 60, it started to jump again.
61... 64... 68... 72...
What did he say just now?
Adapt for another month?
Not even half an hour had passed, and the adaptability value had already jumped from 60 to 75!
Zachary's assistant exclaimed, "Tsk, this adaptability is really strong!"
The data stabilized at 75.
Zachary laughed and shook his head. "I never expected that this Mr. Fang's adaptability would actually reach 75. I'm afraid some people in the company are going to be disappointed. Previously, there were people who thought that if Mr. Fang was unable to adapt well, once the machine was auctioned, they would buy it. Now, it seems like those people might not have the chance."
"Master," Zachary's assistant, Borken, shouted.
Zachary sent a message and did not even shift his eyes as he asked, "What?"
"The data has changed again."
"Nonsense. The data is always changing. As long as it stabilizes within a certain range, it will be fine. Have you forgotten what I taught you?! "Zachary said unhappily.
"No, look!"
Zachary raised his head and looked at the data on the screen. His eyes slowly widened.
The comprehensive value, which had stabilized at 75, started to jump up again.
78, 79, 80, 81...
Although it did not rise as quickly as before, it was indeed rising. This could no longer be explained by fluctuations within a reasonable range!
"This... This adaptability is too strong, right?!" Zachary turned his head and asked Zuo Yu, "Is your boss really in the arts? Doesn't he have a part-time job? "
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