Chapter 1

On a small island in the Pacific Ocean, with an area of less than 5,000 square kilometers, a steel fortress loomed like a terrifying steel behemoth. Surrounding the island were countless warships and nuclear submarines, including a significant number of aircraft carrier battle groups.

"Boss, they've sent a notice. If we don't surrender, they will destroy our island," a young Chinese man in a black suit and sunglasses said to the young man standing in front of him.

This young man, about 20 years old, had black tousled hair and dark eyes that were hard to read. A sly smile appeared on his lips, making people want to get to know him and understand him.

"Since they dare to ignore my warning, let that pile of scrap metal stay here forever," he said in a magnetic, gentle voice, like a breeze, yet with an indescribable charm. Although his words were cold and merciless, they were intoxicating.

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Liu Ben, thin and weak, with a sallow complexion from long-term malnutrition, walked out of a small private company dejectedly. This was the Nth job he had applied for, and the answer was still: "Wait for a call."

"Grumble... grumble..." He hadn't eaten anything for a whole day.

Liu Ben, a college graduate from a second-rate university, found that graduation meant unemployment. His family was ordinary, and their only reliance was a small plot of land. Liu Ben had won scholarships every year at school and worked part-time to support himself, which was why he was able to complete his studies. Otherwise, his family's financial situation would not have allowed him to afford tuition.

His total assets now amounted to a pitiful 330 yuan, and he owed six months' rent. Walking down the street, Liu Ben felt a deep sense of frustration. The complexity of society far exceeded his imagination. He bought two steamed buns from a roadside vendor and sat on a bench. He took a bite of the bun with his left hand, chewed it with difficulty, and swallowed it hard. He could only afford to buy two buns for 2 yuan, and even a bottle of mineral water was a luxury. Holding his resume in his right hand, his thoughts wandered. He thought of his parents, who worked from dawn to dusk in the fields, and felt immense guilt. He sighed deeply and muttered, "Heaven, can't you give me a way out?" At that moment, he saw a point of starlight flying rapidly toward him. Just as he was about to dodge, the starlight sped past his consciousness and entered his forehead, causing his head to throb painfully. His body trembled, and he lost consciousness.

Liu Ben felt as if he were floating, about to fly. Everything around him was a white blur, with a rainbow-like glow.

"Life form detected..." a vast voice echoed.

Liu Ben was startled. "Who's there? Show yourself!"

"The life form meets the requirements for the dimensional trading chip. DNA binding is allowed..." The voice ignored him.

"Who are you? Where am I?" Liu Ben asked, but the vast voice continued, "DNA binding successful..."

"What is this? What are your intentions?" Liu Ben's heart sank. Was he kidnapped? But why would anyone kidnap a poor guy like him?

"Dimensional trading system activated... Please name the system..." As a college student in the new era, Liu Ben had read many novels in his spare time. He knew about the dimensional trading system, the ultimate golden finger that could make anyone rich and powerful, ruling the world and enjoying the company of beautiful women. He never imagined that such a miraculous thing would happen to him.

"If you do not name the system within 30 seconds, it will be considered a rejection, and the system will automatically search for the next host."

"5... 4... 3... 2..."

"Little White" Liu Ben finally reacted at the last moment.

"System naming successful."

"Activate the dimensional trading platform." Liu Ben breathed a sigh of relief. He couldn't bear to lose such a rare opportunity.

A point of white light expanded into a screen. In the center was a white pug-like creature with two horns on its head.

"My name is Little White, and I am your dimensional trading assistant," the pug spoke in a human voice.

"What should I do now?" Liu Ben thought, "Everyone else's assistants are beautiful women in bikinis or mini-skirts, but mine is a stinky pug. Who can I complain to? What bad luck."

"First, you need to search for a dimension and find your first trading partner. They will be your guide in dimensional trading," Little White said, nodding its head.

"Let's start the search then." Liu Ben was eager.

"Searching..."

"Search failed due to external interference..."

"How do I get out of here?" Liu Ben realized he was still on the street.

"Just think about leaving," Little White said. Liu Ben felt a flash, and the scenery changed. He was still in a white space. Looking around, he said, "Hospital?"

"Brother, you're awake?" A fat man in a white T-shirt said.

"Why am I in the hospital?"

"You fainted on the street. I happened to pass by and brought you here."

"Thank you!" Liu Ben was genuinely grateful. It was rare to see someone act bravely in today's society.

"Don't mention it. The doctor said you're fine, but you fainted probably due to long-term malnutrition," the fat man smiled.

"May I ask your name?"

"Call me Li Qiang, or just Qiangzi," Li Qiang said nonchalantly.

"My name is Liu Ben. I will repay your kindness," Liu Ben said sincerely.

"Don't be so formal. Bringing you to the hospital was nothing. You're too much," Qiangzi pretended to be angry.

"Okay, if you say so, I won't be so formal," Liu Ben smiled.

"That's better!" Qiangzi clapped his hands. "Brother Ben, I asked the doctor, and you can leave anytime." Qiangzi called Liu Ben "Brother Ben" because Liu Ben was one year older.

"Why didn't you say that earlier? I can't stay in the hospital. Let's go; I'm really hungry," Liu Ben said eagerly.

After checking out, Liu Ben and Li Qiang left the hospital. It was already dark, and they had a meal at a nearby small restaurant. Through their conversation, Liu Ben learned that Li Qiang's family ran a factory producing glass art. Li Qiang had dropped out of high school and managed the factory with his father. However, they were honest and sincere, which made them unsuitable for business in today's cutthroat society. The factory's performance was declining, and the financial situation was dire. Currently, Li Qiang and his father were trying to sell the factory, but no one was interested due to its poor performance.

After a satisfying meal, they talked happily and exchanged contact information before parting ways.

Liu Ben lived in a dilapidated rental apartment in a poor area far from the city center. When he returned, he lay on his bed, reflecting on the day's events, which seemed like a dream. Although his body was exhausted, his mind was unusually excited.

He locked the door, drew the curtains, turned off the lights, and lay down. Once everything was ready, he activated the dimensional trading system.

"Entering the dimensional trading system..."

"Welcome back, Master!" The same screen appeared, with the ugly pug.

"Calling me 'Master' feels strange. Can you call me 'Boss' instead?" Liu Ben said awkwardly.

"Sure, Boss. Little White is at your service."

"Where did this dimensional trading chip come from, and how did it end up with me?" Liu Ben, having calmed down after the day's events, was no longer in a hurry to start trading.

"The dimensional trading chip was produced by the only Level 6 technology company, FX, in the X2568445Y2355468 dimension. Due to a spatial disturbance, FX was destroyed, and no more dimensional trading chips will be produced. The chip fell into a temporal channel and arrived in this dimension. You are the first life form it encountered."

Liu Ben couldn't help but marvel at his luck. He secretly vowed that he would never go hungry again and would ensure his parents lived a good life.

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