He Shen's eloquence was undeniable. He could speak of the dead as if they were alive, turn black into white. Now, when it came to introducing the Communication Wristband, he spared no effort. He maximized its potential in every description, hitting every emotional note of his listeners. Every word struck a chord in their hearts, making them feel as though this was exactly what they needed—a magical artifact they simply could not go without.
"So this is the legendary Communication Wristband! I've heard about it for months now, and they really managed to craft it!"
"They say it's a magical tool for long-distance communication. Even thousands of miles apart, you can talk clearly. It's way better than a Sound Transmission Talisman. That can only deliver a line or two and then it's gone. That's just a talisman. This is a magic artifact."
"So beautiful! This wristband looks amazing. How much does it cost?"
The exquisite appearance of the Communication Wristband drew expressions of fondness from many of the sect disciples. It was a mix of curiosity about the new and desire for the unknown.
"Not expensive, not expensive at all! Such a fine wristband—don't worry, it's not 1,998, nor even 998. Just one hundred Eternal Coins and it's yours! Young heroes, why hesitate? Hurry and grab one! Supply is limited and once sold out, it may take a while before more are available!"
He Shen beamed as he spoke, his tone passionate and infectious. His words stirred the emotions of the crowd, triggering waves of excitement.
His eloquence was second to none, not even beneath that of Mao Sui.While Mao Sui had the bearing of a master diplomat, skilled in strategy and rhetoric, traveling alone through various foreign tribes with just a few soldiers—he had yet to return. If he were here, the position of Minister of Revenue would have rightfully been his.
"One hundred Eternal Coins? That's shockingly cheap! This is a magic artifact, and one with such incredible capabilities!"
Even the senior brother among the disciples showed visible surprise.
It wasn't that it was expensive—it was astonishingly cheap, practically a steal.
"Only one hundred?"
A disciple couldn't believe his ears.
"Indeed," He Shen replied with a bow toward the palace tree. "Our King is benevolent, thinking of the common people. This Communication Wristband is priced at only a hundred coins so that everyone can afford it and enjoy the blessings of the Great Yi Dynasty."
"Senior brother, let's buy them. It's not like we can't afford it. We've earned quite a bit as bounty hunters these past months. Some for the sect, some for ourselves."
"Yes!"The others quickly agreed. Clearly, they had little resistance to such innovative items.
"Alright then, one for each of us."
Their leader hesitated briefly, then nodded. After all, even together, it wouldn't cost too much. At one hundred coins apiece, it was well within their means.
"Shopkeeper! One for each of us. Here's the money. We'll take them now!"
"Wonderful! You truly are exceptional young talents!"
He Shen's smile grew broader. His small eyes practically disappeared into crescents of joy.
Soon, wristbands were distributed to each of them.Under He Shen's guidance, they easily completed the refinement process, bonding the artifact to themselves. Once refined, the wristband transformed into a mark etched onto their wrist like a tattoo.
Since they were registered residents of the Great Yi Dynasty, they already had profiles within the StarNet, and each possessed a Life Star. As soon as the refinement was completed, they immediately sensed the mysterious virtual space inside the wristband and instinctively knew how to imprint their personal identifiers.
They eagerly began adding each other as contacts, exchanging communication codes and testing the functionality on the spot.
From the first try, they were hooked.
The ability to communicate in real-time, with clarity and ease, was not only novel but incredibly practical. Of course, usage required consumption of true essence or spiritual power—but that was normal for magical artifacts.
No one minded this.
They quickly experimented with various features.
Though the video call function was currently disabled—locked behind a StarNet authorization—this was due to them using the standard version of the wristband.
The version distributed to Great Yi officials, while identical in appearance, came with full administrative access, including unrestricted video calls—a privilege granted to state personnel.
Despite this limitation, the sect disciples were thoroughly impressed. After trying it out, they were absolutely captivated by the wristbands.
"This is amazing. It's so much more convenient than using Sound Transmission Talismans. But it seems like it only works efficiently within the territory of the Great Yi. Outside, it requires a massive expenditure of essence and spirit energy."
"Still, it's impressive! A magical artifact specifically made for communication? The Great Yi Dynasty really is something else. Once we return to the sect and report this, they're bound to be shocked."
As the disciples marveled in secret, more people began to enter the Langya Pavilion.
Among them were bounty hunters and common folk alike.
Many were thrilled to find previously unreleased items now available for sale. Upon discovering the Communication Wristbands, surprise and excitement lit up their faces.
The unbeatable quality-to-price ratio convinced many to make a purchase.
Some stayed in the Pavilion to add each other as contacts and test call functions, discovering no delay whatsoever. The wristbands could appear visibly or remain hidden beneath the skin, seamlessly integrated with their bodies.
"Hey brother, let's add each other. Want to go bounty hunting together?"
"Hurry and buy a batch of potions and supplies—we're waiting in the eastern outskirts."
"Move fast! Old Niu's been surrounded by beasts in the wild. Bring your gear, we're going now!"
Within a week, the Communication Wristbands had become widely adopted across Great Yi. At least among bounty hunters, they were now essential equipment. Without one, you could hardly call yourself a professional.
The convenience was revolutionary.
Previously, if a brother encountered danger in the wild, no one would know. He might die out there—bones buried in the forest, flesh torn by beasts.Now, with a wristband, he could immediately notify comrades. A single call could summon support.
This new ease of communication infused the entire realm with incredible vitality.
Moreover, bounty hunters discovered that the wristband's scanning function could identify unknown herbs or beasts, displaying names, uses, and even market value instantly. Dangerous creatures could also be scanned, revealing traits and abilities.
This greatly reduced casualties during missions.
As a practical tool, the Communication Wristband gained immense popularity almost immediately.
At a price of 100 Eternal Coins, it was accessible even to most commoners. For those willing to work hard, it was well within reach.
And quietly, the entire Great Yi Dynasty began to change.
As more cultivators used the wristband, vast amounts of spiritual power were drawn into the StarNet. These energies were used in multiple ways:
Some were converted into Virtual Eternal Coins.
Some were stored as reserve power for StarNet.
Some flowed into the massive stellar ring orbiting the Star Ocean outside the network.
Within the ring, portions began to solidify from the illusion, piece by piece.
This was the refining process of the StarNet.
In time, this stellar ring would become the foundation of the future virtual world. The more refined the ring, the larger that world would become.
"Excellent. The change remains within the people's capacity to adapt. Furthermore, many non-chosen humans who experienced modern civilization are now part of Great Yi. Their familiarity with this type of tech accelerates the adaptation, pulling others along with them."
Within the royal palace, Yi Tianxing monitored the transformation closely.
The effects were remarkable.
Great Yi's citizens showed strong adaptability. At the very least, information now flowed with unprecedented speed and ease. There was no need for teleportation arrays—messages from every celestial city could now reach Xuanhuang City instantly.
That was efficiency.
If Great Yi were a giant, the StarNet was its circulatory system, and the wristbands the blood pumps. This innovation infused human civilization with a surge of vitality.
Before, the cities were separated by thousands of miles. But now, with the wristbands, those distances meant nothing. The farthest place felt as close as next door.
More importantly, after releasing the wristbands, the nation's fortune—its Qi Luck—began rising at ten times its previous pace. The moment wristbands hit the market, the Sea of Qi Luck surged dramatically.
This was the power of national policy.