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Vitality Tower!
This is the name given to the tower by the Chiyou Tribe, and it is also the source of Vital Energy in the world. The Vitality Tower has existed for an unknown period, ushering in the First Vitality Era, which marked the beginning of a great leap forward for humanity.
It also brought about the Second Vitality Era, the era of final hope.
However, The Third Vital Energy Descend will lead to destruction, as everyone will be unable to withstand the raging Vital Energy, and the world will become a Zombie World.
Although Chiyou has abandoned all of humanity, they still hope to preserve Vital Energy for humans, allowing them to survive. They seek a glimmer of hope for humanity's continued existence.
"Child! After talking so much with you, you should understand how great our Chiyou leader is, right? There’s no need to listen to that scoundrel Huangdi, who places all his hopes on destroying the Vitality Tower. That’s impossible; it is something humanity can never surpass."
"The only option is to evade, to leave this planet and find another where survival might be possible. We are not afraid of death, but we do not wish for any of our kin to perish." He continued to smile as he shared everything with Zheng Yifan.
For half an hour, Zheng Yifan listened as he recounted his experiences during the First Vitality Era.
However, he absolutely refrained from mentioning anything about using Superpower. He did not reveal even a hint and described battles in just a few words.
Zheng Yifan knew that soon there would be a battle between them, one that he had never faced before.
He had obtained true power at the Fifth Level, the strength of a true warrior; otherwise, he wouldn’t dare to fight him.
But clearly, there would be no more time for him to ponder; they could only fight. Only through combat could they resolve their issues.
Across from him, Brother Chatty was already discussing the fourth year of the First Vitality Era, which was when the Yellow Emperor Tribe was at its strongest. It was an era when Vital Energy was utilized to its fullest potential, and they created countless Superpowered Weapons, each more astonishing than the last, leaving Zheng Yifan in awe.
Zheng Yifan imagined that the limits of human achievement were defined by the post-apocalyptic world.
Unfortunately, he underestimated the strength of Vital Energy. During the First Vitality Era, they had already reached the pinnacle of utilizing Vital Energy. Every aspect of life depended on it; they successfully forged iron tools and created vehicles and airplanes using Puppets and mechanisms. They could truly soar through the skies, as Birds had been completely driven out of human habitats.
Zheng Yifan was unaware of how such a prosperous era came to an end. He only felt the weight on his shoulders grow heavier, never realizing how much more he needed to do.
When he heard that the people of the Yellow Emperor Tribe already possessed cannon-like weapons during their battles, he was taken aback.
They even had firearms, though their usage differed; human firearms relied on gunpowder for propulsion.
Their weapons were purely energy-based. There was no need for bullets; all they required was Superpower. The Superpower stored within their bodies served as kinetic energy, which they usually gathered to produce Vital Crystals.
During this production process, they discovered the possibility of activation, further transforming Vital Crystals into a usable energy source.
Members of the Yellow Emperor Tribe during the First Vitality Era lived in greater comfort.
In contrast, the Chiyou Tribe took a different path. They did not develop any technology but instead focused on researching ways to harness power, seeking every method to enhance their strength.
Once they pushed their powers to the limit, they began concocting potions to make themselves even stronger. It was only natural that they would become Zombies.
After discussing the fourth year, Chatty suddenly fell silent.
"You already know so much; I can't tell you what comes next. This is a secret of the First Vitality Era. If you can survive, go explore. Discover how the Yellow Emperor Tribe managed to endure during the First Vitality Era and how it corresponds to the methods of the Third Vitality Era."
"If they could do better, I believe the leader would send you to do it. But first, you need to survive—like right now!" Chatty suddenly became serious, staring directly at Zheng Yifan and pointing at the weapon in his hand.
"Fight! Defeat me first, and only then can you truly step into the peak. I am one of the One Hundred and Eight Divine Guards of Chiyou, of course. Now, only twelve of us remain alive, and I am one of them. Defeat me. Defeat this one hundred and eight!" Chatty suddenly laughed, a joyful sound.
Indeed! He was the weakest among the One Hundred and Eight Divine Guards. Yet he had managed to survive, at the cost of many brothers' lives. They all had the resolve to use the Zombie Potion as a last resort, but in the end, he was the one who lived. It wasn't out of cowardice; it was the circumstances that dictated he must escape to relay the information about the Yellow Emperor Tribe's attack.
He was weak, though he had completed his mission; he was the only one who returned while the others bravely faced death.
Looking at Zheng Yifan, there was even a hint of admiration in his eyes. He admired Zheng Yifan's fearless spirit and his courage to lead for the sake of the entire Gathering Place.
Huangdi had been like that too. One man could easily defeat an army of a hundred thousand; millions upon millions of followers appeared simultaneously, their combat power overwhelming.
Yet he still failed, undone by Chiyou's schemes or ambushes.
An ambush left Huangdi in a difficult position. Based on Huangdi, powerful Superpowered Individuals from the Yellow Emperor Tribe were cut down one by one, leading to victory in the most crucial battle of the First Vitality Era.
Though he didn't want to admit it, he had to because Chiyou's actions during the First Vitality Era were indeed excessive.
However, he was a victor and had the right to recount his glory.
"Let’s fight! Show me just how powerful the Chiyou Tribe was during the First Vitality Era!" Zheng Yifan held his Silver Spear with both hands, unleashing all his strength.
The golden Power of Faith slowly wrapped around Zheng Yifan's hands, transforming into nine golden dragons that truly coiled around his arms, merging with his body. A powerful force began to manifest.
Zheng Yifan felt as if he had grasped the earth itself. A strong aura emerged from him. Even a small condensation of Vital Energy appeared on his body, almost becoming tangible.
Zheng Yifan knew this was his strongest point. His most powerful moment.
The Adamantium Shield gradually transformed into a cool state, yet its size increased even more.
Because Zheng Yifan had fulfilled his promise by charging to the front alone, those true believers became more confident and devout. Even those who had been indecisive began to admire Zheng Yifan.
He was their leader.
Personal worship was not allowed; that was a joke among some bored individuals in the Post-Apocalypse. In this world, an individual's strength could determine the prosperity of a nation, and Zheng Yifan could wield this powerful Faith Power.
Most importantly, they had to worship Zheng Yifan for the Hope Gathering Place to unite; they couldn't allow themselves to be a scattered bunch. People admired heroes, so they aspired to become heroes themselves.
Even if Zheng Yifan knew he was unqualified, just a fraud, everything he had was obtained from the Time-Space Barrier!
But now, he truly began to fight like a man. Unlike before, when he relied on the Time-Space Barrier and Character Cards.
Because the Character Card had become part of his own power. His Superpower was fully unleashed.
This was his real battle. His first true fight.
"I am ready!" Zheng Yifan tightened his grip on his weapon, carefully observing the seemingly easygoing guardian across from him.
Then Zheng Yifan realized he was wrong. Gravely mistaken; this was the weakest among the 108 guardians of the First Vitality Era. Perhaps one of the particularly weak ones, barely qualified to be a guardian Fellow. With just one move, he nearly found it impossible to defend himself.
Zheng Yifan only saw a fist—have you ever seen a fist as large as a cooking pot?
This line might be familiar to anyone in the real world, but if someone were to ask him that right now, he would definitely...
"I've seen it!"
"If there was ever a time to see it, it's now."
That truly was a fist as big as a sand pot. Zheng Yifan hadn't paid much attention at first. But when he finally decided to focus, he realized he had made a grave mistake.
His impression of the Chiyou Tribe was that they were all Fellows who used Shadow Esper. They would convert their Superpower into Shadow Esper and then fight.
However, this Fellow before him completely shattered Zheng Yifan's understanding.
In fact, they had other Superpowered Individuals!
"Don't compare me to those lackeys; they are just ordinary people trying to survive in the First Vitality Era! They're nothing but cannon fodder. Their deaths mean nothing!" Chatty remarked casually, like some ants scurrying about. Then his gaze turned to Zheng Yifan, filled with interest.
He wanted to have a real fight. For the first time in thousands of years, he craved an earnest battle.
Zheng Yifan felt his blood surge; it was time for a proper fight. When had he ever enjoyed such a moment? That moment was now!
With both hands gripping the Silver Spear, he knew only one technique: the thrust!
With a fierce stab! It felt as if he aimed to pierce through the air and the river, and most importantly, to strike down Chatty across from him.
He showed no mercy.
"Good!" Chatty looked at Zheng Yifan with a glimmer of interest in his eyes.
With both hands swinging the Big Bone Bud, he charged forward. The Big Bone Bud slammed down with a force that felt like a mountain crashing down. There was no way to dodge it.
Zheng Yifan had never considered retreating; he only wanted to kill! To eliminate this Fellow before him.
This was the first time Zheng Yifan felt the murderous intent of the Silver Spear in battle. It resonated with the wildness deep within his heart.
It was all about slaughter. A man should be on the battlefield.
How wonderful that line of poetry is!
Why shouldn’t a man wield a Wu hook and conquer the fifty states beyond the mountains?
This was a group of ordinary people using Cold Weapons, without any Superpower.
If it were up to Zheng Yifan! His current responsibilities were far heavier than those of a general back then.
The opponent before him was the first mountain he needed to overcome; it was not optional, it was essential.
Kill!
With a fierce thrust, he collided with the Big Bone Bud. The tip of Zheng Yifan's spear ignited first, and a burst of flames erupted as the gathered Vital Energy exploded, releasing an overwhelming force. Zheng Yifan felt himself being pushed back, his body retreating along with the Silver Spear, yet that force did not yield.
It remained steadfast at the forefront, an unstoppable power.
Zheng Yifan had no idea he could wield such a powerful shot.
If the half-finished shot against the Dwarf was merely a test of the strength of a Fifth-Level Esper, then this was the true trial of the Fifth-Level Esper's capabilities.
He pushed his body's power to the limit.
"Trivial Skill! This is how you do it, right?" The Chatty one looked at Zheng Yifan's attack with evident disdain. To him, this was all too mundane. Despite being a Fifth-Level Esper, he was old, having lived through an entire era—not just any historical era, but a time of upheaval when humanity struggled to find its footing.
Then he demonstrated that time could also maximize power and technique.
His hands wielded the Big Bone Bud, which merely brushed against the force in the air.
Suddenly, a massive amount of Vital Energy began to gather. However, before Zheng Yifan could sense anything, that Vital Energy dissipated in an instant.
It vanished so quickly that Zheng Yifan barely had time to react before the enormous Bud came crashing down upon him.
The force was overwhelming. The powerful attack and menacing aura intimidated Zheng Yifan.
"This is the gap created by experience across eras. In the later stages of the First Vitality Era, no one used attacks that left their body! Do you know why?"
"It's because once Vital Energy leaves the body, it can easily be guided by someone else's Vital Energy—what you might call being led astray."
"Only real attacks are substantial. You can try this move against others; all you need to do is gather your Vital Energy and surge into your opponent's Vital Energy. Then release all your power in an instant, dissipating it completely. This will neutralize their attack entirely."
"There is only this one way, and no other method."
Chatty's words were clearly a bit excessive, but they genuinely conveyed the combat techniques to Zheng Yifan.
Zheng Yifan realized that his fighting skills had improved once again. He could execute that move without using much Superpower at all.
It was like a bad student leading a good student astray, or a single rat dropping ruining an entire pot of soup.
With just a slight use of Superpower, he could siphon off someone else's Superpower.
"Why are you teaching me your combat techniques?" Zheng Yifan continued to retreat, looking at the Fellow across from him with some surprise.
He was not attacking him aggressively; instead, he was imparting his fighting skills.
"Why? Because I owe that Fellow Huangdi a favor! Do you think I could escape from Huangdi? Impossible." Chatty paused for about a second. "It's because Huangdi let me go, spared me as an enemy. He is a great man. Unfortunately, it is precisely because he is great that he lacks cunning and thus failed!" (To be continued)
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