Invincible through Touching Corpses

Chapter 272 - 271: Inspection Squad

The news Fang Tianhe shared was indeed quite important for the members of the Heaven-Sundering Mercenary Corps. After all, a Superpower’s might practically doubled with every awakening.

Furthermore, it would remain useful even after reaching the Blood Qi Realm or even higher Realms.

This news surprised even Lin Xinghai, so it was no wonder that the others burst into excited discussion.

As Lin Xinghai listened, another thought suddenly popped into his head.

"Old Fang, if someone takes this High Level Breakthrough Potion while breaking the third Genetic Lock, providing a large amount of Energy, is there a chance it could also trigger a second Superpower awakening?" Lin Xinghai asked.

If that were possible, it would mean everyone had two chances to try, and the outcome could be completely different.

As for himself, he relied entirely on the system for his breakthroughs. Even though his Superpower had already awakened three times, he was genuinely clueless about these things.

Hearing Lin Xinghai’s question, the others instantly fell silent. Their breathing grew heavy as they all looked expectantly at Fang Tianhe.

Everyone understood that if Lin Xinghai’s hypothesis was correct, they would have a very real hope of achieving a second Superpower awakening.

"Uh... I’m not entirely sure, but it’s a possibility. My Heaven-Splitting Superpower’s second awakening happened when I broke my third Genetic Lock. The Energy in my body was still quite abundant after that breakthrough, so I think it has something to do with having sufficient Energy," Fang Tianhe said.

Though it wasn’t a definitive answer, the others’ faces still lit up with delight.

Lin Xinghai, however, just waved his hand magnanimously. "Then let’s give it a try. Ten thousand Points is nothing to us. When you break your third Genetic Lock, you can all apply to use a bottle of High Level Breakthrough Potion."

"As for the other members of the Mercenary Corps..." Lin Xinghai pondered for a moment before continuing, "We’ll judge based on their performance. They’ll definitely be given a potion when they’re ready to break the fourth Genetic Lock. As for the third Genetic Lock, we can give them one if they make outstanding contributions to the Mercenary Corps, depending on the situation."

"Of course, they can also use their own savings to buy it. This is a rare item that can only be obtained through the Military Department’s connections. Having the opportunity to buy it is a benefit in itself."

Since Lin Xinghai had spoken, the others naturally had no objections. Besides, everyone present stood to benefit.

The reason Lin Xinghai considered all this was entirely because of Liu Miaomiao.

In reality, Liu Miaomiao’s chances of her Superpower awakening a second time were much higher than anyone else’s. As long as she got into East Sea Academy, she could learn the Cultivation method for the Divine Demon Body.

The Divine Demon Body could also help a person’s Superpower reawaken during an advancement, and its success rate was far greater than that of the High Level Breakthrough Potion.

But it was for this very reason that Lin Xinghai hoped Liu Miaomiao would use this opportunity to make her Superpower awaken for a third time, not a second.

Liu Miaomiao’s Superpower had failed to awaken a second time when she broke her second Genetic Lock, so this opportunity at the third Genetic Lock might be her only one.

’If she can seize this chance to have her second awakening, then when she breaks through to the Blood Qi Realm, she can use the Divine Demon Body to trigger her third awakening.’

’Then she would transform from a genius into a Demon!’

And Lin Xinghai believed that a place like East Sea Academy certainly didn’t lack geniuses, but Demons were surely few and far between.

...

A dozen or so minutes later, the group left Fang Tianhe’s tent, their hearts filled with excitement.

Lin Xinghai had planned to go back and rest as well, but just as he returned to his tent, someone from the Military Department came looking for him.

"Lin Xinghai, the inspection team is about to depart. Is there anything else you need to prepare?" an orderly asked as he approached Lin Xinghai’s side.

"There’s nothing to prepare. My Mecha’s maintenance is done. Just have it sent over," Lin Xinghai said.

However, he didn’t leave immediately. Instead, he returned to Fang Tianhe’s tent to let him know.

Fang Tianhe was surprised at first to hear that Lin Xinghai would be undertaking a mission with the Military Department, but he quickly understood.

Lin Xinghai had mentioned before that he might be operating solo. After all, with his combat prowess, it didn’t really make sense for him to be lumped in with Mercenaries like them.

Lin Xinghai was leaving a bit earlier than Fang Tianhe had expected, but it wasn’t a major issue. Fang Tianhe himself had just broken through to the Blood Qi Realm, so he wouldn’t be completely lost without Lin Xinghai. Their ability to handle risks would be lower, but that could be managed by being more cautious.

After saying his piece, Lin Xinghai followed the orderly to the inspection team’s assembly point.

He glanced around. This squad was seriously strong. Everyone selected had a Genetic Optimization Level of at least 90%, and the captain and vice-captain were both Blood Qi Realm powerhouses.

With his Perception Power, Lin Xinghai could clearly sense that the Blood Qi Power emanating from the captain, in particular, was exceptionally dense.

He was likely an absolute powerhouse within the Blood Qi Realm, either at the Late Stage or the very Peak.

"Haha, you must be Lin Xinghai. I’m Zhuo Yongyuan, the captain of this inspection team. Your reputation precedes you. It’s an honor to finally meet you," Zhuo Yongyuan said with considerable courtesy.

Just as Lin Xinghai had surmised, his strength had already reached the Peak of the Blood Qi Realm; he was just one step away from the Body Shaping Realm.

Normally, someone of his power wouldn’t bother with pleasantries for one of the Optimized, but Lin Xinghai was different. The man’s combat record was forged in blood and battle.

Zhuo Yongyuan had also seen Lin Xinghai’s combat videos. He was certain that if he were to fight Lin Xinghai to the death, he would be the one to die first.

After all, in a Mecha fight, even if he boosted his Attack Power with his Blood Qi Power, it would be useless if he couldn’t land a hit.

Whereas Lin Xinghai only needed to seize a single opportunity, unleash his Mjolnir, and one shot would be enough to finish him off.

And if they fought without Mecha? Against the man’s Gun Technique, he’d die even faster.

He’d only have a chance of defeating Lin Xinghai if he could break through to the Body Shaping Realm, remold his flesh, and reach a point where his body could withstand bullets.

"You’re too kind, Captain Zhuo. I just got lucky and had my Superpower awaken a couple of extra times," Lin Xinghai replied modestly.

The corner of Zhuo Yongyuan’s mouth twitched almost imperceptibly. That stung a little.

Not a single person in his large squad had managed a second awakening, yet this man before him had already achieved his third.

Furthermore, he’d heard that the man’s Special Physique was also terrifyingly effective, allowing him to progress at an inhuman rate.

He quickly adjusted his mindset, however, and began to brief Lin Xinghai on the inspection team, explaining each member’s abilities and Superpowers in detail.

After all, if a major battle broke out and they didn’t even know each other’s capabilities, they’d be screwed.

Following Zhuo Yongyuan’s introductions, Lin Xinghai greeted each person one by one.

At the same time, their Mechas were quickly delivered.

And when he saw the Mechas belonging to the inspection team, a look of surprise immediately appeared on Lin Xinghai’s face.