I, Lord of Prayer

Zhou Chen looked at the pale flame burning in his hand, then at the Corrupted One writhing on the ground in pain, and couldn't help but feel surprised and suspicious. «-(¯`v´¯)-« ➅9𝐬Ⓗ𝔲𝓍.cⓄ𝐌 »-(¯`v´¯)-»

Could it be that he did this?

The young scholar opened his mouth, not even bothering to pick up the tablet from the ground, staring at the pale flames in deep thought: "Could your extraordinary ability have some special effect?"

The flames had clearly been extinguished and hadn't caused the slightest damage, yet the Corruptor suffered excruciating pain as if it were being burned alive.

All these phenomena suggest that it most likely suffered psychological harm.

Heavy, disordered footsteps sounded from behind, and a heavily armed security team quickly arrived, with countless long guns and short cannons aimed at the corruptor, ready to be blasted to pieces at the slightest sign of trouble.

"It's alright, don't be nervous." The young scholar waved his hand, signaling the security team to relax, and then said to Zhou Chen, "Try making another fireball and throwing it over there."

Zhou Chen did as instructed, condensing a ball of flame and throwing it at the rolling corruptor. Just like last time, the flame exploded into countless streams of flame before extinguishing.

But the Corruptor's screams grew even louder, as if a fire had been set ablaze.

"As expected, your extraordinary ability also extends to the mental realm. I guess it's the ability to create a real burning sensation in the mind." The young scholar's eyes lit up; such a special ability was truly rare.

He hurriedly picked up the tablet and reported the matter. In less than thirty seconds, he received a reply from his mentor: Zhou Chen would be given a new test.

  

So, with the help of several tough guys from the security team, Zhou Chen was blindfolded once again and taken to the testing site.

After a lengthy project inspection.

Professor Li An, the head of the research department, rushed to the scene despite his busy schedule. Looking at the report, he couldn't help but nod in approval.

"It's more like a mental ability than a fire-based one; such a special ability is really rare."

"Although the physical damage is palpable, its mental destructive power is extremely considerable, capable of burning away the mind and consciousness... We have just received news that test subject 1557 has died."

"Although No. 1557 was already on the verge of death due to various experiments, it is still unbelievable that a newly awakened Ascendant could kill it in two moves."

The young scholar standing nearby widened his eyes: "Doesn't that mean this is a top-tier ability?"

"Hmm, what a pity." Professor Li glanced at Zhou Chen sitting in the rest area, as if he could see the severely damaged soul inside his body, and said with regret, "If this young man's soul were intact, his extraordinary abilities would definitely be terrifying."

The soul is the most important "origin" of every living being in the world. Even the corrupt possess souls, but they are evil and filthy souls that are disgusting.

All changes in the soul will be reflected in the body. If the soul is incomplete, a person will become listless, weak and sickly, have a shortened lifespan, and experience emotional problems. If the soul becomes diseased, the body will also become distorted and deformed. If the soul collapses, then death will occur.

The "Source Material" used by Ascended beings to unleash their extraordinary abilities is the supernatural power originating from the soul. The strength of these extraordinary abilities is also linked to the strength of the soul to a certain extent.

If the soul is incomplete, extraordinary abilities will be affected and become "incomplete" as well.

Currently, Zhou Chen has lost half of his soul, and the incomplete abilities he has displayed are already astonishing. If he had a complete soul, just how powerful would his extraordinary abilities be?

Absolutely limitless potential.

Unfortunately... Professor Li shook his head and sighed. If the soul was less damaged, it could still be treated, but Zhou Chen was missing more than half of it, to be precise, 53 percent of his soul. This was more incurable than a terminal illness, and the hope of treatment was slim. It was a miracle that he had survived until now.

Just then, his phone vibrated in his pocket. After he saw the caller's name, he frowned slightly.

Shortly after the call connected, she couldn't help but look towards Zhou Chen's location.

……

Rest area.

Zhou Chen sat in the chair, bored out of his mind, playing with his extraordinary ability. The pale flames danced back and forth between his hands at his will, and eventually he even started juggling, tossing the three flames around in the air, which drew cheers from several researchers.

If I ever need money in the future, I can do a part-time job at the circus after get off work... It seems that street performers can earn quite a bit... As he was playing, he suddenly noticed that the researchers who were watching the commotion had changed their expressions and quickly walked away, like students who were having fun and had seen their teacher coming.

Zhou Chen turned his head and saw a middle-aged man in a white coat walking towards him, accompanied by the young scholar from before.

"Hello, I am Li An, the head of the research department of the Jinzhu City Star Society." Professor Li got straight to the point. "I hope you can continue to stay in the research department for the next few days to undergo examinations. During this period, the research department will cover the cost of the nutrient solution you need."

Nutrient solution...

Zhou Chen certainly knew about this thing.

After awakening as an Ascended Being, one will enter a period of extraordinary development, during which the body will grow again, and all abilities will be enhanced, gradually acquiring physical qualities beyond those of ordinary people. During this period, one will need to eat a lot to replenish nutrition.

Since simply eating is too troublesome and can easily lead to nutritional imbalances, the Stars Society developed a nutrient solution that is simple, convenient, and highly effective, making it an essential product for Ascendants in their extraordinary developmental stage.

However, the biggest drawback of nutrient solutions is that they are expensive.

The most basic nutrient solution on the market costs 10,000 yuan per tube, the high-end version costs 50,000 yuan, the deluxe version costs 100,000 yuan, and the supreme deluxe version can be sold for 200,000 yuan...

Zhou Chen had been worried about the nutrient solution; as a university intern, where would he get so much money to buy it? He never expected to hear such good news. ♞👣 ➅➈ş𝔥𝕌x.ⒸỖ爪♔🐺

It's just a few days in the research department. As long as there's enough nutrient solution, it's fine to stay for several months, let alone a few days. It would be best if he could survive his extraordinary development period, which would save tens or even hundreds of thousands of yuan.

"Of course I have no problem with that," Zhou Chen readily agreed.

Professor Li nodded and then handed over a report.

"This is a previous medical examination record. At that time, you were suffering from soul exhaustion and were not long for life, so they felt it was unnecessary to tell you this."

Now that your soul depletion symptoms have stopped, it's time for you to know.

He said in a deep voice, "Because of the damage to your soul, you have less than a year left."

Surprisingly, Zhou Chen appeared remarkably calm.

He forced a smile as he looked at the report: "I guessed it long ago. People with incomplete souls don't live very long. I'm missing half of my soul, so it's really unrealistic for me to live a peaceful life until I'm seventy or eighty and die of old age."

I just didn't expect... that it wouldn't even last a year?

"According to estimates, there are about eleven months left."

Professor Li paused, then changed the subject, "Actually, there is still hope. When you truly come into contact with the extraordinary world, you will find that this world is more mysterious and unpredictable than you imagined. Inconceivable things happen every day, and perhaps in some corner, there is something that can help you."

This is based on my own experience.

"My student will be in charge of you during this period. His name is Xiao Yan. You can contact him if you need anything."

Seemingly in a hurry, Professor Li didn't chat any longer and left in a rush.

Zhou Chen stared at the estimated remaining lifespan on the medical report, not feeling too discouraged. Just as Professor Li had said, there were too many unbelievable things in this world.

For example, the wishing bottle deep in his soul.

Since the wishing bottle can heal a depleted soul, it should also be able to repair a damaged soul if enough wish points are collected.

Although we don't know exactly how much is needed, it at least gives us a sense of hope.

and also……

Zhou Chen looked up at the young scholar who was uploading experimental data and reports on a tablet.

This guy's name sounds familiar...

……

meeting room.

As the door was pushed open, the conversation in the conference room abruptly stopped for a moment.

Upon seeing that the visitor was Professor Li An, the vice president of the Jinzhu City Stars Association smiled and said, "Old Li has finally arrived. We were just waiting for you. Please have a seat."

Professor Li nodded and sat down: "I met a very promising young man before I came, which took up a little time."

"No problem, now that everyone's here, let's begin the meeting."

If any veteran members of the Stars Society were here, they would be astonished by the lineup of attendees: the Vice President of the Stars Society in Kinchu City, the Minister of Medical Affairs, the Minister of Research, the Minister of Technology, the Minister of Logistics, the Minister of Field Affairs...

Apart from the elusive chairman, all the top figures of the Jinzhu City Stars Association gathered in this small conference room.

Such a splendid lineup, all for the sake of welcoming one person.

All eyes were drawn to the young woman in a suit sitting upright next to the vice president.

Despite being watched by so many powerful figures, the girl showed no sign of nervousness. Her face remained as calm as a still pond, without the slightest ripple.

The vice president introduced, "This is Jiang Che, an intern sent from headquarters. Starting today, he will serve as the leader of the special operations team and will undergo a one-year internship assessment in Jinzhu City..."

……

……

Five days later.

In the training room, with a loud crash, Zhou Chen threw the 1,200-pound barbell to the ground.

He was shirtless, drenched in sweat, and his body had clearly defined, well-defined muscles.

In just five days, with unlimited supply of nutrient solution, Zhou Chen's physical condition made a leap forward.

Strength, speed, endurance, agility, flexibility, balance, resistance to blows, nerve reaction speed, muscle coordination, control... his abilities in all aspects not only far surpassed his former self, but also reached the limits of ordinary people.

In addition, he underwent a whole host of necessary training, including combat training, stealth training, first aid training, and firearms training, especially firearms training.

Whether they are Ascended, Corrupted, or other strange creatures, as long as they haven't reached Tier 3, firearms are deadly weapons.

Moreover, his extraordinary abilities can be well used in conjunction with firearms.

— By attaching flames to bullets, they will cause both physical and mental damage upon hitting an enemy.

Just as he was preparing to do a few stretches before continuing his workout, the sensor door to the training room opened automatically, and Xiao Yan walked in, holding a donut in one hand and a tablet in the other, mumbling something indistinctly:

"Someone is looking for you."

Every time Zhou Chen saw this guy, he always felt that he would suddenly say something like: "Thirty years east of the river, thirty years west of the river, never underestimate a young man's potential..."

He snapped out of his daze and asked, "Who's looking for me?"

"A new big shot has arrived, the kind who's been demoted directly from headquarters. But he's not here to seize power; he's here for an internship assessment. He specifically asked to see you."

Xiao Yan quickly finished the donut, wiped it on his white coat, then used his tablet to bring up detailed information and handed it to Zhou Chen.

"That's her, Jiang Che. She's a pretty girl and is currently the leader of the Jinzhu City Special Operations Team. I heard that if she passes this assessment, she can enter the decision-making level of headquarters. She has a very promising future."

However, it's said that he suffers from emotional deprivation syndrome, making him cold and difficult to get along with. Good luck to you.

Zhou Chen examined the photo. To be honest, the sparrow food was quite beautiful, and it was the kind of abstinent type. But why did she contact him?

After carefully recalling his memories of this life, and confirming that he had never had a childhood sweetheart or a child bride, there was only one possibility left.

Of course, it was because the girl had taken a liking to him...

Extraordinary abilities!

"Oh, by the way, she booked you when she first arrived a few days ago, which is why the instructor wants you to train here. The special operations team carries out the most dangerous missions; without some skills, you can easily die. You'd better be mentally prepared."

Zhou Chen was stunned. He hadn't even realized that he had been taken care of by a big shot.

"Please thank Professor Li for me."

He knew that as a newbie, he would never normally see Professor Li, so he could only ask one of Professor Li's students to convey his gratitude.

"If you really want to thank the teacher, be careful not to die. If you do accidentally die, it would be best to donate your body to us for research..." Xiao Yan suddenly slapped his forehead, "Damn, I forgot you already signed a donation agreement with the medical department. How come they acted so quickly? What a pity..."

"Why are you researchers all lusting after me?" Zhou Chen thought to himself, speechless.

He went to the bathroom, took a shower, and changed into a fresh set of new clothes.

Since you're meeting your new boss, you should definitely dress up a bit to make a good impression.

He had heard of the Special Operations Group before; it was a department that specialized in handling extraordinary events.

Although the pay is generous, the risk factor is also ridiculously high.

Dangerous incidents such as corruptors, abyssal creatures, illegal ascendants, restricted area smugglers, abyssal cultists, fanatics, and out-of-control forbidden objects are all handled by the special operations team.

What he couldn't understand was that even if his extraordinary abilities were special, he was still a level 10 disabled person. Weren't they afraid that recruiting him into the team would be a hindrance?

……

Following the address on the notice, Zhou Chen arrived at the office building and found his new boss's office.

After repeatedly confirming that the house number was correct, I took a deep breath and knocked on the door with a nervous heart.

A cold, detached voice immediately rang out from inside:

"Please come in."

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