Peninsula: I'm being supported by a top idol.

In Cui Shi'an's understanding, it is impossible for an organic life form like a human to experience such a revolutionary leap in strength and reaction speed overnight.

This does not conform to basic biological principles.

It is important to know that the explosive power of muscles depends on the contraction of muscle fibers, which requires sufficient energy (ATP), effective transmission of calcium ion signals, and precise regulation by the nervous system.

Furthermore, the speed of neural response is closely related to the integrity of the myelin sheath and the efficiency of neurotransmitters.

These complex physiological processes require slow adaptation and change at the cellular and even molecular levels; they cannot be completed instantly like flipping a switch.

Even the most extreme genetic mutations, or the use of banned drugs that greatly enhance muscle synthesis, should have a gradual effect.

It is often accompanied by significant side effects, such as muscle fibrosis, increased burden on internal organs, or emotional instability.

And what about yourself?

Aside from the abnormal strength and reaction speed, there was no discomfort.

There was no muscle soreness, no mental excitement or lethargy; on the contrary, I felt more energetic than ever before, and my senses seemed to be sharper.

This is completely beyond the scope of explanation by modern life sciences.

"Could it be... that there really is a possibility of a 'leap' in the form of life?" Cui Shi'an murmured to himself. If that were the case, then what form or level would the young girl messenger belong to?

If we compare his previous ordinary human body to an ecosystem that had been operating stably for over twenty years.

Now, this system has been forcibly intervened in by an external, powerful, and unknown force.

This force did not disrupt the system's balance, but rather restructured or upgraded the system in a way that he could not comprehend.

This is no longer biology, but more like... a kind of energy science, or, directly touching on the relationship between soul and matter.

He recalled the young messenger's words—"You can no longer be considered a normal person."

In retrospect, this not only means that he needs to abide by those strange taboos, but also implies that the essence of his life may have undergone a fundamental change.

He looked down at his outstretched hands, which looked no different from yesterday; the texture of his skin and the outline of his bones were exactly the same.

But just now, they easily unleashed enough power to subdue a well-trained adult male.

Where does this power come from?

Is it merely a byproduct of crossing the line between life and death?

"Senior Zhiya! Wait a minute."

After class, Cui Shi'an immediately called out to the girl who was walking out.

He made a mistake in his academic work.

Song Zhiya stopped in her tracks, a hint of surprise flashing across her beautiful face. Seeing Cui Shi'an striding towards her, she subconsciously tucked a stray strand of hair behind her ear.

"Is there something you need, Shi'an?"

"Oh, it's nothing much, I just wanted to ask if you're still managing the lab?"

"Yes." The girl nodded.

"Could you do me a favor?" Cui Shi'an looked around and gestured for her to follow him to a corner.

"I'd like to borrow the lab for a bit. When would be a convenient time for you?"

"The lab..." The girl frowned and thought for a moment, "The lab has been very busy these past few days, there's almost no free time during the day, only at night..."

"Evening is fine too?" Cui Shi'an quickly replied, "I'll only use it for a short while, and I promise to clean it up afterwards!"

Song Zhiya thought for a moment and said, "Then contact me tomorrow night and I'll make the arrangements for you."

"Yes, thank you~" Cui Shi'an was overjoyed. The evening was exactly what he wanted. He could take advantage of the fact that no one was around to use the laboratory equipment to study himself properly.

If we can grasp the underlying patterns, we can avoid uncontrollable risks.

"Still looking? Senior Ji-ah has already left~ Should we go after her again?"

Tian Ming approached without anyone noticing, nudged Cui Shi'an's waist with his elbow, stared at Song Zhiya's slender back with a sly smile on his face.

Cui Shi'an shook off his hand and said irritably, "Get lost."

"You're just too shy," Tian Ming said, putting his arm around his shoulder as if he were an experienced person.

"I think Senior Zhiya has a crush on you, otherwise why would she be so kind to you? Bringing you water, giving you special treatment, and arranging a lab for you?"

Seeing that Cui Shi'an remained silent and simply packed her books, Tian Ming urged, "Why not try confessing? What if she says yes? She's a famous beauty in our department!"

Cui Shi'an shook his head, his tone calm but carrying a subtle hint of aloofness: "I can't possibly have a foreign girlfriend."

Half of what he said was a perfunctory remark, while the other half revealed his true state of mind at that moment.

What right does someone who doesn't even know where they'll be tomorrow or whether they'll even be a "human" have to start a normal relationship?

Tian Ming rolled his eyes dramatically, speechless.

"Oh, it's just for fun. You actually want to take her back and marry her? Don't be so naive~ Maybe Senior Zhiya just wants to have some fun with you and experience some exotic culture?"

"Damn it..." Cui Shi'an laughed and cursed at his outrageous remarks, then lightly kicked his butt in a fit of embarrassment and anger.

"Do you think everyone is like you?"

"Hey! You dare to make a move?" Tian Ming yelled, making a move to pounce on him again and grab his throat.

But thinking about what had just happened, he hesitated noticeably and in the end only made a couple of bluffing gestures.

The two of them had a little tiff, which helped to move on from the topic of the lab and Song Zhiya.

"Let's go, let's go eat, I'm starving." Tian Ming rubbed his not-so-painful buttocks and grumbled as he walked towards the cafeteria.

When the two arrived at the cafeteria, looking at the bustling students around them, who were troubled by their studies and youth, Cui Shi'an thought about the drastic changes that had happened to him and those strange taboos, and a strong sense of separation surged into his heart again.

"Oh my! They've got fried chicken for lunch today!"

Tian Ming seemed to have discovered some treasure, and he pulled him forward. Taking advantage of their height, the two managed to grab the best refresh point at the fried chicken window.

"Shi'an, what kind of seasoning would you like? Still soy sauce flavor?"

Cui Shi'an was about to nod when he suddenly remembered the young envoy's words and quickly changed his mind: "I want honey flavor."

"Huh??" Tian Ming turned around in surprise.

"When did your tastes become so effeminate?"

Whoosh! All the people around him glared at him angrily; they were clearly all honey lovers.

"Hehe...just kidding, just kidding." The guy quickly apologized to those around him with a grin.

Serves him right.

Cui Shi'an quickly picked up his plate and ran away, afraid of being implicated.

However, he did not eat sweets before. As a southerner from Southeast University, he especially disliked sweet meats.

"Shi'an, aren't you getting rice?" Tian Ming shouted from behind.

Cui Shi'an casually raised his hand: "No need."

He remembered that he couldn't touch the rice either.