Chapter 32 (1/2)
Chapter 32: The Dangerous Night
Extinction Site Administration, South Pole Base.
The base was shrouded by an intense and anxious atmosphere. Han finally understood why he hadn’t seen Li Yu or Wu Di for such a long time. They were actually working hard in the extinction domain. No wonder the training center was always empty, the majority of the espers here were actually on the assault and they were fighting with their lives on the line inside that extinction domain…
As to the progress in extinction domain exploration, Han didn’t understand at all.
It seems like exploring extinction domain is quite different from those archeology projects, a high number of espers were stationed inside the domain and it was also extremely dangerous. There were always espers either severely injured or killed getting carried out of the domain, and the medical team was the second busiest department in the base.
Even the janitors at the base became a lot more careful than before. Everyone’s walking pace were significantly faster, and no one spoke in a loud voice in public anymore.
Han’s circumstances were a bit special, although he was registered as a member of the Esper Administration, he doesn’t really have any duties. Li Yu just wanted to return the favor and let Han use the training facilities at the base.
Now, Han already had 983 points in Power Source Index, and he was at the gate of breaking the barrier to becoming a 3 star esper.
At midnight, Han finished writing the index reports like usual, set it as a scheduled post, and went to find Pathless Origin.
“It’s a bit unbelievable, you managed to reach the gate of a 3 star esper in under a month, that speed is a bit insane. I’m starting to worry whether progressing this fast will leave an unstable foundation and other side effects.”
It seemed like he was really satisfied with Han’s speed of progress, maybe even proud. He started talking more and more to Han. In the past, Han always had to be careful and ask only 3 questions, fearing that the odd Pathless Origin will get irritated. But now, even if Han asked him 30 questions in a row, he will still answer one by one.
Han’s fingers were quickly typing on the keyboard, “That shouldn’t happen, right? Every day I put in a lot of effort on those fundamental exercises. I heard from others that normal esper soldiers started to learn higher level fighting techniques when they reach two stars, but I’m still practicing the basics and it seems like we are planning to continue practicing them.”
Pathless Origin was a bit unsatisfied, “Why do you care about what other people do? They started learning higher level martial arts at 2 stars because it usually takes them 1 to 2 years to advance to 2 stars, and you only took a little more than one month, how could that be the same?”
Han quickly responded, “Teacher don’t get angry, I was just saying it… And for my achievement up to date, I feel like it’s mainly because of your help, otherwise I would be nowhere as close to what I am now. I will soon be pushing for 3 stars, teacher do you have any pointers?”
You had to admit it, Han really knew what to say to change his teacher’s mood, staying very humble and respectful. Han also discovered, Pathless Origin kind of had the temper of a little kid, he got mad easily and frequently, but he quickly forgets about it later.
“With your potential, you are going to reach 3 stars for sure. So, the main objective is still to stabilize your foundation, today you can practice in the -50 degrees Celsius area of the pool. The moment you reach 3 stars, go back to the shore immediately, put on your battle suit and go back into the water.”
“Training in extremely cold water is mainly for exploring potential, and now that you are progressing at such a fast pace, you will occasionally need a break and focus on stabilizing the new energy you gained. Tonight just do what I say and you will be good.”
Han nodded, “Understood, I will go train right away and report back to you when I’m done.”
“Alright, go, remember to use the proper dose of source energy pill.”
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Han brought his battle gear, including his tritanium dagger, and came to the familiar pound in a delightful mood.
Today’s guard on duty was still blonde haired Charlie and big nose Fo Liman. Every night Han will meet them at the entrance so they have already became friends with each other.