Chapter 128: Thousand Hand Technique (1/2)

On our way back. A few rabid humans attacked us but they didn't stand a chance. Ever since the Qi Current has disappeared from the face of the planet, there was a drastic change in the numbers of rabid humans that roam around the place. Since the Qi Current served as a guide for them, its disappearance made them roam all over the place, making it even harder to get a horde. And even if a horde were to form, they might disperse in a snap of a finger if there weren't any High-Leveled rabid humans to take charge over them.

Needless to say, the outside world has become safer compared to before.

”Are you ready for tomorrow? I think you'll be fighting the Immovable Sect's number one disciple in the outer court, Zeng Mehui.” Liu Zhi asked after beheading yet another rabid human who was blocking our way.

Poor rabid human, he wasn't even doing anything.

Blade increased his walking space so he could walk beside me. ”In terms of speed and strength, he's probably the number one candidate. He's just eighteen years old and he's already in Peak Immortal Realm. Rumors have it that he might break through to the Ancient Realm soon.”

”So he's a genius, huh. Well, you don't have to worry. I've seen him fight and I must say he won't stand a chance against me. A show-off like that wouldn't even scratch someone who survived the outside world for five years after the outbreak started.”

A smile formed on their lips as they nodded. If I were to compare the 'me' in the past to Zeng Mehui, he wouldn't even be worth comparing to. At that age, I was already in the Ancient Realm. With all the resources he had plus the hard work that he could've pulled off, he would've easily reached the Dao Realm at such an age. He might be a top candidate but he's lacking in other areas.

And his violence? I don't even want to talk about it. Someone like that shouldn't even be called a cultivator.

Tap. Tap.

My head instinctively whirled towards my right after I felt someone tap my shoulder. At first, I shuddered to think that it was Blade who did it since it was a reaaaally soft tap. But fortunately, I saw Wu Yan popping her head over my shoulder.

”Wu Ya— eh? Why are you pouting?” I asked, surprised.

With a sudden change in her expression, she turned her head to the right so I couldn't see her current expression. Since I didn't know how to react, I just continued walking while wearing a forced smile on my face. Was she angry? Why was she angry?

Did I do anything wrong?

I couldn't quite put my head around what I did so I decided to give up on thinking about it. But just when I was about to forget what's happening, something warm clasped my hand, making me flinch.

Apparently, Wu Yan grabbed my hand out of the blue. And looking at her, it was obvious that she was forcing herself to do it. She was shaking so badly as her cheeks reddened into a darker shade. Of course, my face might've reddened as well, I just don't know for sure since I don't have a mirror with me.

”Um, Wu Yan?” I muttered. She looked apprehensive and aggressive at the same time that I didn't know what to say.

In the end, I just let her do as she pleased. Obviously, she likes me, right? There's no way she'd just reach for my hand if she's not the least bit interested in me. I know I've solidified that fact for a time now but I still can't believe she likes me until now. Is she waiting for me to make the next move? Or... wait, what do I need to do?

<Notice: Detecting an enormous amount of Qi Energy nearby>

<Automatic Qi Condensation has activated>

Suddenly, the System relayed a few prompts in my head but by then, it was too late. The amount of Qi Energy that my body absorbed was too much, making my Qi Cores agitated. I don't even know where it came from!

My heartbeat quickened as my Qi Cores were on the verge of exploding. Accidentally, I squeezed Wu Yan's hand as I fell on my knees. I delved straight into cultivation mode before they could even ask what happened.

And then, as if on cue, a huge monster came out of the forest. At first glance, it looked like a mid-boss in a story but upon closer inspection, it was clear that it's a rabid human.

The rabid human was at least ten feet tall. Its arms were so long that he basically dragged them as he walked. I call it a rabid human but it basically is a burning skeleton with long arms so I don't really know. However, I could detect an incredible amount of virus in its body that I concluded it was a rabid human.

And that's when I saw it.

It was hard to believe but... this rabid human has a Virus Qi Core.

<Bonus Quest unlocked! >

<Bonus Quest: Defeat the Imperial Zombie>

<Accept the quest? Yes/No>