infodatos Chapter 10 Breakthrough to Level 5
Chapter 10 Breakthrough to Level 5
It took some time to identify the medicinal herbs in the deep abyss. By the time Chen Zheng regained consciousness, the homeroom teacher's class was already coming to an end.
"The characteristic of this rune is pain; the energy it emits will cause a pricking sensation to anyone within ten centimeters, making it very easy to fail to inscribe."
"Let me explain the engraving techniques for this rune."
"This position is the key point for the resonance of the Stinging Rune's energy. When you inscribe the third stroke, if you concentrate even a little more of your vital energy, it will create a three-second energy blockage."
"Three seconds is enough time to finish the remaining work."
On the platform, Song Hui meticulously explained the key points of the runes on the inscribed stone slab, and on the large screen, everyone could clearly see every detail.
The moment the carving knife fell, the slowly surging energy of heaven and earth suddenly stopped.
Because he hadn't yet 'closed' his All-Spirit Plunder talent, Chen Zheng could clearly see the flow of energy between heaven and earth, as well as the runes on the podium.
"Hmm?" Chen Zheng's eyes flickered slightly.
On the optical map on the large screen, there was an energy breakpoint in the middle of the stinging rune that Song Hui was about to complete, but Chen Zheng saw four.
Apart from the blocking point that Song Hui deliberately left in the middle, the other three points are shallower, only partially blocked.
It's like a sluice gate being closed halfway; the energy between the traces can still flow, but the flow rate is more than half slow.
Because the energy flow between individual rune traces is almost in a semi-stagnant state, such subtle changes are almost imperceptible.
Chen Zheng's talent lies in his ability to directly observe the essence of energy, which is why he can perceive it.
"I think I've discovered another use for my talent." Chen Zheng's eyes lit up, and then with a thought, he exited the state of plundering all spirits, feeling a slight sense of fatigue.
The talent of Plundering All Spirits was awakened by Chen Zheng's human soul power, so each time it is activated, it consumes soul power, rather than mental power or blood.
The bell rang, the homeroom teacher packed up and left, and the classroom suddenly became lively.
Just as Chen Zheng was about to rest his head on the table for a while, he saw class monitor Li Tang walking over with a pretty girl.
"Chen Zheng, are you and Jiang Mo interested in forming a research group with us?"
Jiang Mo pushed up his glasses: "Anything is fine with me."
"Just the four of us?" Chen Zheng asked, looking at the girl.
The girl had waist-length black hair, and her black t-shirt and white trousers gave her a clean and neat look. Her face was so beautiful that it would amaze anyone who saw her at first glance.
But all of this was ruined by her chewing cheeks; the girl was like a little squirrel, constantly munching on snacks.
Noticing Chen Zheng looking at her, the girl held out her palm, revealing a black candy: "Want some?"
"Uh... thank you, but no need," Chen Zheng politely declined.
"Four should be enough."
Li Tang counted on her fingers: "Chen Zheng, you are first in the class in rune theory, and you can remember all the basic rune properties, while Jiang Mo's grades are also in the top three in the class."
"As for Bai Su, although her theoretical knowledge is not as solid as yours, Chen Zheng, her intuitive understanding of rune array structures is unmatched."
"As for me being responsible for assisting you, such as applying for research labs, selecting projects, and assessing difficulty levels."
"That sounds alright." Chen Zheng was somewhat tempted.
Bai Su's strength goes without saying, and Jiang Mo is not weak either. Each of them has their own strengths. If they form a group, their strength will not only be stronger than other groups, but they will also get more points.
Furthermore, this research project doesn't specify that only one can be completed, and each one requires at least 1,000 points...
"Then it's settled."
Li Tang clapped his hands in confirmation: "I did some research during Lao Song's class earlier, and I think there are two composite formations that are suitable for study."
"A miniature lightning array with 108 runes, a standard structure, and complete illustrations in textbooks; it is of medium difficulty to replicate."
"The other energy purification array has 106 runes. Its structure is a bit simpler than the lightning gathering array, but it requires three high-level runes. We need to borrow a copy from the library."
"However, this is a semester research assignment, so there's no rush. Our main focus should still be on our studies."
"I suggest we meet every Friday afternoon, and use Saturday as the activity time. The rest of the time, everyone can study on their own without interfering with each other."
"Can."
"I have no objection."
"As expected of the class monitor, his efficiency is really high."
The initial framework of the four-person group was thus established. Soon, after the morning classes ended, Chen Zheng rushed to the Department of Materials Science and Engineering without even having lunch.
Materials Science and Engineering Department, Reception area on the first floor of the C Zone Open Laboratory Building.
"Hello, I would like to borrow a basic laboratory."
"The basic lab rental costs 1 point per hour. How long would you like to rent it for?"
"An hour will be enough."
"Let me verify your identity here... Alright, third floor, room 11, basic laboratory, the operation manual has been uploaded to your personal terminal."
The administrator didn't ask any further questions. After confirming that Chen Zheng was a student at Jiangzhou University, he granted him access.
The laboratory, which is about 20 square meters, is not large, but it is fully equipped with basic equipment such as glassware, heating equipment, and optical instruments, as well as a super-powerful substance detection device.
Chen Zheng came specifically for this device.
After closing the door and confirming that there were no monitoring devices in the laboratory, Chen Zheng flipped his hand, revealing a lotus seedpod the size of a fist, which was as red as blood.
"Open the cover, then press this, this..." Following the operation manual, Chen Zheng slowly started the testing equipment.
Beep beep!! The test report was printed out in just ten minutes.
Rank: First Grade.
Attribute: Fire
"This elixir is extremely potent and hot. If an ordinary person takes it, they will experience slight poisoning, with symptoms including nerve tingling. Other medications will be needed to neutralize it."
"As expected of a product of the abyss, even a spiritual plant has such potent medicinal effects. However, it's not a big problem if it only causes minor poisoning to ordinary people."
A smile appeared on Chen Zheng's face.
Back in his dormitory, Chen Zheng sat cross-legged in the middle, with four red mineral stones and a blood-red lotus seedpod lined up in front of him.
"Absorbs fire-attribute active mineral elements, Constitution limit +3, Qi and Blood purity +1".
"Absorbs fire-attribute active mineral elements, Constitution limit +2, Qi and Blood purity +1".
"Absorbed fire-attribute active mineral elements, Constitution limit +4, Qi and Blood purity +1..."
The four fire-attribute minerals varied in size and contained different amounts of active elements, collectively increasing Chen Zheng's constitution limit by 11 points and blood purity by 4 points.
Chen Zheng clearly felt the difference after his physique improved by more than ten points this time.
It felt like I had become much "bigger," but this increase wasn't due to an increase in physical strength; rather, it was due to a higher limit on my physical capacity.
Just like his body could originally withstand 100 points of Qi and Blood intensity, now it can withstand 110 points.
Furthermore, the accompanying effect of improving blood and qi was also very obvious. Chen Zheng clearly felt that the blood and qi in his body had become more solidified, the blood circulation throughout his body had accelerated, and he had become more active.
After briefly sensing the changes in his body, Chen Zheng grasped a blood-red lotus seedpod in each hand, somewhat expectantly saying, "Next is breaking through to level five."
"plunder!"
Under Chen Zheng's control, an invisible force enveloped the two lotus pods, and the spiritual energy and medicinal power inside the lotus pods, which resembled veins of magma, were rapidly extracted.
Ouch! It's so hot!
Simultaneously absorbing the medicinal power of two spiritual herbs made Chen Zheng feel somewhat uncomfortable. He endured the burning pain in his flesh and blood until he absorbed all the essence of the lotus pod.
Bang! Chen Zheng suddenly stood up and assumed the starting stance of the Thirteen Forms of the Serpent Tendons, beginning his practice.
With his twisting, tangling, and turning movements, Chen Zheng's various large-amplitude twisting fist techniques resembled a coiling python, stretching, lengthening, and resilienting the tendons and ligaments throughout his body.
The continuous medicinal power transforms into qi and blood to temper the fascia, opening up the congested areas on Chen Zheng's fascia.
Once, twice...
Suddenly, Chen Zheng, who was cultivating, stopped abruptly. He stood with his feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, abdomen tucked in and chest slightly concave, his stance resembling a horse stance but with some differences.
Chen Zheng replaced the Thirteen Forms of the Viper Tendons with the Iron Mountain Stance. He felt a wave of intense heat rising from the soles of his feet, passing his knees, his waist, and finally spreading to the top of his head.
Boom! A surge of powerful energy erupted from Chen Zheng's body, causing muscles and fascia to taut and their strength to increase dramatically wherever it passed.
Level 5 Martial Artist!
Only one day has passed since Chen Zheng awakened yesterday.