Shen Han’s screams came to an abrupt halt.
In her hollow eyes, a faint, tiny glimmer of light seemed to flicker.
The clearance continued.
Fine beads of sweat broke out on Su Wan’s forehead, her mental power depleting rapidly.
Yet her hands remained steady. Her mental tentacles acted like precision scalpels, peeling the shattered mark away from Shen Han’s Energy Core bit by bit.
Time ticked away.
Half an hour later, the last wisp of dark red light dissipated from the depths of Shen Han’s consciousness.
The “Absolute Obedience” Rule Mark was completely shattered.
Shen Han’s body stiffened momentarily before slowly going limp.
Her head hung low, long hair veiling her face. Her chest rose and fell slightly as her breathing stabilized.
【Ding! Rule Mark clearance complete!】
【The “Absolute Obedience” mark within the target’s body has been entirely eliminated.】
【Target’s Current Status—】
【Ability Rank: Level 4 Mid Stage → Level 3 Late Stage (Damaged state)】
【Energy Core Integrity: 27% damaged】
【Consciousness Status: In a deep sleep. Expected to wake in 30-60 minutes.】
Su Wan opened her eyes and let out a long breath.
She retrieved a pitch-black Slavery Collar from the system space and walked over to Shen Han.
The collar snapped securely around Shen Han’s neck. Microneedles pierced her spine, establishing a connection with her nervous system.
【Ding! Slavery Collar successfully equipped!】
【Target “Shen Han” has become the Host’s servant. Absolute loyalty guaranteed.】
Su Wan leaned against the back of the iron chair, eyes closed, slowly recovering her spent mental power.
After an unknown amount of time, Shen Han woke up.
Her eyes slowly opened. No longer hollow or dull, they were filled with a clear sense of bewilderment.
She stared blankly at the ceiling for several seconds before slowly sitting upright.
Her gaze swept across the small cell and eventually landed on Su Wan’s face.
In that instant, all the confusion and bewilderment in her eyes vanished like mist scattered by the wind.
“Master,” Shen Han said, lowering her head respectfully.
【Ding!】
【Detected that the Host has successfully subdued a Level 4 Mid Stage Ability User, “Shen Han” (Current strength dropped to Level 3 Late Stage due to mark stripping; recovering).】
【System item unlocked: Mental Condensation Potion (Level 4 Mid Stage Version)】
【Description: A strengthening potion specifically designed for Level 4 Early Stage Mental-type Ability Users. Upon consumption, the user can safely absorb the medicinal power with system assistance, steadily increasing their strength to Level 4 Mid Stage.】
【Price: 580,000 Points】
【Stock: 1】
【Note: This potion is specifically for Level 4 Mid Stage advancement. The medicinal power is gentle, and the absorption process is stable. It is recommended that the Host consume it within an Absolute Safety Zone. The system will provide full assistance. Cost: 50,000 Points. Estimated time: 180 minutes.】
Su Wan’s eyes brightened slightly.
Level 4 Mid Stage.
From Early Stage to Mid Stage, although it wasn't the qualitative leap of a major rank advancement, the increase in strength was still substantial.
The total mental power, perception range, the power of Mental Shocks, and the suppression power over targets of the same rank or lower would all be significantly enhanced.
Without hesitation, she clicked purchase.
【Exchange successful: Mental Condensation Potion (Level 4 Mid Stage Version). Points consumed: 280,000.】
【Current Points balance: -2,710,000.】
A potion flowing with silver light appeared in the system space.
Its glow wasn't as ostentatious as the gold or purple of previous potions; it was restrained and serene, like a calm lake under moonlight, emitting a soft yet profound luster.
Su Wan had someone settle Shen Han before returning to Room 102.
She locked the door and sat cross-legged in the center of the room.
“System, activate System-Assisted Absorption Mode.”
【Assisted mode activated. Estimated time: 180 minutes. Please remain relaxed, Host; the system will guide the absorption process throughout.】
Su Wan uncorked the bottle and downed the potion in one gulp...
Three hours later, Su Wan slowly opened her eyes.
【Ding! Congratulations to the Host for successfully advancing to Level 4 Mid Stage!】
【Current Strength Assessment—】
【Ability: Mental Domination (Level 4 Mid Stage)】
【Total Mental Power: Approximately 150% increase compared to Level 4 Early Stage】
【Perception Range: 18,000-meter radius (interference-free state); can penetrate most conventional obstacles】
【Mental Tentacles: 256 tentacles; capable of simultaneous fine-tuned operations on multiple targets. Maximum control distance for a single tentacle increased to 200 meters】
【Mental Shock: Power increased by approximately 200%; effective lethal distance increased to 500 meters. Can cause significant interference to Level 4 Mid Stage targets and brief consciousness paralysis for Level 4 Early Stage and below】
【Mental Domination: Capable of consciousness interference on Level 4 Mid Stage targets and brief control over Level 4 Early Stage and below】
【Physical Fitness: Comprehensive increase of approximately 80% (strengthened in synchronization with mental power)】
Su Wan stood up and stretched her limbs.
The feeling of lightness in her body was even more pronounced than before. Every step felt like walking on clouds, yet she remained as steady as a rock.
Su Wan was very satisfied with the increase in her strength.
The Cold Wave had fully arrived.
The thermometer’s needle had already fallen to minus fifty-three degrees and was still dropping.
The world outside the window had become a chaotic void of white. The blizzard was like a furious behemoth, carrying ice crystals and debris, frantically tearing at anything that dared to expose itself.
【System Warning: External temperature has dropped to minus fifty-seven degrees. It is expected to continue falling over the next six hours, reaching a minimum of approximately minus sixty-five degrees.】
【All entrances and exits are fully sealed. The ventilation system has switched to internal circulation mode. The energy shield is operating stably.】
In this kind of weather, let alone ordinary people, even a Level 1 Ability User would be frozen into an ice sculpture in no time if they stepped outside.
Throughout Panshi City—whether in the Inner City, Outer City, or Ruin Zone—everyone would huddle in their nests like hibernating animals, waiting for the blizzard to pass.
Su Wan finally had a rare moment of leisure.
But she wasn't truly idle.
Lei Lie’s injuries needed care, and Scarface’s situation was even more troublesome.
After a series of attempts, Su Wan could only settle him in the medical center and wait for Chen Shijie to develop a targeted treatment plan.
With her full cooperation in the treatment, Shen Han’s recovery was proceeding smoothly.
It took only three days for her physical injuries to basically heal, and her Ability Rank recovered from Level 3 Late Stage to Level 4 Early Stage.
She was still one step away from her peak at Level 4 Mid Stage, but she was already capable of moving and fighting without issue.
Subject 5, who had been brought back to the Terminal Station, had been lying in the innermost isolation ward of the medical center.
Ever since the beast genes in his body had completely collapsed and been stripped away under the interference of the Dual-Mode Pulse Bracelet, the boy—who looked no more than fifteen or sixteen—had become so emaciated he was little more than a skeleton.
Su Wan could only do her best to nurse his body back to health.
Rate on N.U.
