Online: I Can See Health Bars Chapter 1340 - 597: Forum Turmoil (Part 2)

Even Ding Hui, who was occupied with the remains of the Defiled Blood Clone Demon nearby, jerked her head towards Fang Yu’s direction abruptly.

She couldn’t grasp what was happening to Fang Yu; it was as if the entirety of him had become more stable and profoundly mysterious.

[System Prompt: Player has successfully broken through the shackle, advancing to Wood Realm Middle Stage. Physique +50, Spirit +50.]

[Physique: 600→650.]

[Spirit: 579→629.]

[Demonization: 0%.]

The Demonization progress, which had surged dramatically during his conflict with the Foolish Underworld Hall Master Jinfang Zai, plummeted back to zero instantly.

Concurrently, the surge in spiritual power fortified the demonic gauge, rendering it far more resilient.

He still possessed a considerable amount of attribute points remaining. Fang Yu made the decisive move to max out his Physique first.

[Attribute points: 253→203.]

[Physique: 650→700.]

[Life: 96046/96046.]

Huu—

Fang Yu released a slow, deep breath.

His normal-state combat power had finally ascended from a mere six thousand blood to seven thousand.

He was now merely one step away from the ultimate threshold, the pinnacle of a Pureblooded Human.

However, that was, after all, only the apex of a Pureblooded Human. Both Demon Martial Artists and Believers possessed the capability to surpass this peak limitation, ascending to even greater realms and power.

For instance, the Foolish Underworld’s Jinfang Zai exemplified a standard Demon Martial Artist physique, having shattered the limit of a Pureblooded Human to attain a combat power exceeding eight thousand blood.

What truly perplexed Fang Yu was the nature of Lord Lan... what precisely was he? A genuine Human? Was it even conceivable to reach such heights with a Pureblooded Human body?

Furthermore, the ancient ancestors of the Five Great Families in Tianyuan Town... they had never exhibited any power indicative of a Demon Martial Artist or a Believer.

Shaking his head, Fang Yu ceased his complex contemplations.

The identities of others held no relevance to him.

Even if Lord Lan harbored intentions of obliterating the heavens and earth, that burden would fall upon the shoulders of the mighty. As for a minor figure like himself, who hadn't even reached Wood Realm Peak, it would be wiser to first consider his immediate course of action.

To breakthrough to Wood Realm Peak—meaning Wood Realm High-level—in addition to his current Wood Realm Middle Stage Cultivation Technique, he would require a new Cultivation Technique. Only by elevating both in unison to Wood Realm High-level could he achieve the breakthrough.

Regarding this new Cultivation Technique, Fang Yu remained contemplative. Perhaps procuring a superior one from the Rebel Army might be feasible.

After all, he had been relying on the old Martial Arts throughout this period, and it had been a significant duration since he experienced any fresh advancements.

A new Cultivation Technique could impart renewed vitality, introduce more variables, and empower him to navigate a wider array of scenarios.

Fang Yu pondered deeply.

A spiritual power of 629 signified an 71% Demonization tolerance still in reserve. Coupled with his current 0% Demonization progress, this granted him a total Demonization tolerance of 171%.

Although the augmentation in spiritual power had considerably enhanced the resilience of the demon gauge,

no one could predict when the next realm upgrade, which would further increase his tolerance, might occur. Thus, when employing a potent ability like the Yuan Demon Body, exercising extreme caution was still paramount.

Regardless, the immediate priority was to allocate one point into the Primordial Body Technique.

[Attribute points: 203→133.]

[Primordial Body Solidifying Technique [Wood-grade Middle Stage/Initial Understanding] → Primordial Body Solidifying Technique [Wood Realm High-level/Initial Understanding].]

Huh?

Fang Yu observed the quantity of attribute points consumed for the realm advancement, lost in contemplation.

As for the remaining multitude of attribute points, Fang Yu intended to reserve them as a contingency, should an unforeseen circumstance arise, leaving him without spare attribute points to mitigate Demonization.

The ideal scenario would involve perpetually maintaining 100 attribute points on hand for emergencies.

However, gazing at such a substantial reserve of unused attribute points made it challenging to suppress a slight urge.

In any case, he had finally achieved the breakthrough to Wood Realm Middle Stage!

With a normal-state combat power of seven thousand blood, his peak combat power when exerting his full strength should have also seen a significant increase.

If he were to confront that [Silver Lion King Demon] from Sunset City once more, he might not need to elevate Demonization to such extreme levels to subdue and vanquish it.

The enhancement in his strength brought with it a tangible sense of security.

Recalling the various unsettling occurrences in Thunder City, Fang Yu meditated for a moment before promptly slipping into a state of “sleep.”

The sound of steady breathing emerged, causing Ding Hui, who was engaged in tasks within the room, to abruptly cease her activities.

Turning back to cast a perplexed glance at Fang Yu lying on the bed, she suddenly displayed a cunning smile.

Setting aside the tasks at hand, she cast a glance at the sun already ascending outside the window. A languid stretch followed before she made her way to the bedside.

Climbing onto the bed, she nestled into Fang Yu’s embrace. His large hand was placed upon her lower abdomen. With a yawn, she gently stroked the golden thread on Fang Yu’s hand, which was gradually merging with his fingers, and then, she too, drifted into a profound slumber.

...

In the real world.

Fang Yu’s physical form coalesced and took shape!

Having been absent from reality for an extended period, Fang Yu perceived even the very air he inhaled as carrying a subtle unfamiliarity.

Within the game, matters in Thunder City were beginning to stabilize.

With the Rebel Army's route now established, and additionally, the covert manipulation of the Forest Snake Gang from behind the scenes, numerous affairs would consequently become considerably more manageable.

However, the Defiled Blood Clone Demon and the subsequent fallout from the Foolish Underworld's prison break incident continued to occupy Fang Yu’s thoughts, prompting his intention to seek information on the forum.

Knock, knock, knock.

A series of knocks echoed from beyond the door.

"Fang Yu."

It was Uncle Qi Sheng.

The door was pushed open, and Qi Sheng, his face etched with exhaustion, entered Fang Yu’s field of vision.

This sight evoked a pang of guilt within Fang Yu’s heart.

Despite his diligent efforts and fervent work within the game, he ultimately hadn't been able to provide significant assistance.

"Uncle, have Sister Jin and Sister Meng’s conditions shown any improvement at all?"

Qi Sheng responded with a slight shake of his head.

Extraordinary phenomena could only be resolved through Extraordinary Power.

Meng Er might still possess a chance, given her current vegetative state.

But Xiao Jin...

"What about your end? Any developments regarding that Lian Xiaoya?"

Fang Yu also shook his head.

He had enlisted the aid of individuals from the Forest Snake Gang to inquire about the name Lian Xiaoya, but similar to seeking information on the whereabouts of big brother Diao Ruonian, there had been absolutely no follow-up whatsoever.

If those two individuals were indeed leaving traces somewhere within Thunder City, then perhaps only a major power, comparable to the Rebel Army in stature, would be capable of uncovering even the slightest hint.

"However, I have now established contact with a significant power in another city, so there might be a sliver of hope in uncovering some clues..."

Observing Qi Sheng’s expression fall with disappointment, Fang Yu quickly appended this sentence as a small measure of comfort.

But Qi Sheng was a man who had endured immense hardships. How could he not discern that this was merely a remark intended to console?

In truth, in reality, Qi Sheng had covertly investigated every individual within this city bearing the name Lian Xiaoya. He had indeed identified two such people, but one was male and the other female. He had already secretly apprehended these two individuals and held them captive for interrogation, yet nothing concrete was obtained. One was an elderly man in his seventies or eighties, and the other had never even engaged with the game, bearing no resemblance to the target he sought. To be cautious, he continued to hold them, but he had begun to suspect that the person he was looking for was neither of these two, but rather another individual named Lian Xiaoya.

Nevertheless, Qi Sheng harbored no intention of relinquishing his pursuit. He intended to broaden the scope of his search to adjacent prefecture-level cities and persist in looking for anyone named Lian Xiaoya.

Qi Sheng emitted a deep sigh.

He had once harbored the belief that the Extraordinary item Fang Yu had produced would resurrect his daughter from the dead. Unexpectedly, the outcome yielded only a degree of improvement, falling far short of a complete revival.

"You must be weary. I shall instruct the kitchen to prepare some food and beverages for you and have them sent to your room."

"Uncle, you should also take some rest... If Sister Jin and Sister Meng awaken and you have collapsed from exhaustion, I will have no way to explain it to them..."

Those words did seem to have a slight impact.

Qi Sheng managed a forced smile, waved his hand, and departed.

Not long after, an individual clad in a chef’s attire wheeled in a steaming food cart.

"Mr. Fang, please enjoy your meal."

With that, the chef withdrew.

While dining, Fang Yu accessed his computer and commenced browsing the forum for information.

"Sensational News!! The Da Xia Dynasty Has Dispatched Troops!!"

The very instant he opened the forum, a line of extraordinarily conspicuous characters greeted his eyes.

Whether assessed by popularity or ranking, it far surpassed all other posts, firmly holding the premier position without any decline.

Fang Yu, with a sense of puzzlement, clicked into the thread.

He encountered a rambling text, brimming with excitement, bordering on incoherence and riddled with typographical errors.

"Da Xia Wang Chao! The Da Xia Wang Chao!! Has sent out troops!!!"

"You lot of peasants, did you hear that? From the Capital where I reside, they have dispatched troops! You were all terrified to the point of wetting yourselves by the demons, weren't you? That's because you've never witnessed the true might and legacy of the Da Xia Dynasty!"

"One million soldiers! One million soldiers! A formidable host marching forth from the Capital, do you comprehend the significance of that, huh! Do you understand!!!!"