Dawn of a New Era-Chapter 491 - 465: It’s Not Shameful

Chen Shouyi withdrew his palm and brushed away the debris on the table, finding it only four or five millimeters deep:

"The power is a bit weak!"

If an ordinary person were to face such a blow, they would likely be left with skin ripped open and flesh mangled. But the enemies he faced were either legends or demigods, making such an attack not even worth a scratch.

Far less effective than a casual punch of his.

However, Chen Shouyi could feel that this was far from the power limit of such a technique.

On one hand, the vibration frequency of the energy wasn’t high enough; on the other, its application was still rather crude, even far inferior to that of the legends from the Pantheon.

With a concentration of his will, all the debris gathered into a thin stream of "smoke" and automatically flew into the trash can:

"The main function of this skill right now is still to boost the strength of the body!" While taking off his clothes and walking towards the bathroom, he continuously stimulated the energy vibrations.

He opened the attribute panel.

Strength: 18.4+0.1

Agility: 18.4+0.1

Constitution: 18.4+0.1

Intelligence: 18.0+0.1

Perception: 16.6

Will: 17.1

Energy Accumulation: 22.6

Faith Value: 78.5

Looking at the row of "+0.1" numbers, Chen Shouyi paused in his steps, with an expression of surprise turning into a hint of joy:

"It seems that at this stage, just by activating this skill, all physical attributes can be increased by 5%!"

Five percent doesn’t seem like much, only 0.1 points increase in attribute values. However, it boosts strength, agility, constitution, and even the most important intelligence by 5%, which could increase combat power by two or three levels.

In combat, that could be the difference between life and death.

Chen Shouyi finally looked at the skill panel and found that, as expected, a new skill had formed at the end:

"Explosion Force: Entry Level 1"

"This skill must be mastered quickly; it’s simply too powerful."

He walked into the bathroom, turned on the faucet, preparing to bathe, but found there was no water:

"Damn, could the pipes be frozen again?"

Chen Shouyi had no choice but to return to his room, take a bottle of hot water, and casually wipe away the sweat left from last night’s battle, putting on a clean set of clothes.

...

In the following days, Chen Shouyi stood each day on the rooftop of the highest building in the Safe Zone, facing the bitter cold wind, overseeing the entire urban area.

Five days later, after confirming that the legend from the Pantheon was truly frightened, he ended his watch.

During that time, he didn’t intend to selfishly keep the skill to himself. He wrote a report on Explosion Force and had Bai Xiaoling submit it. Although simple, this little skill could comprehensively enhance the strength of Great Xia Country’s legends.

Any legend practicing it diligently could learn it.

Chen Shouyi didn’t know how significant the response and attention the report received was.

But because of it, he was rewarded with 100 merit points, bringing his total merit points to 350.

This time he didn’t exchange them, planning to accumulate until reaching 650 points to directly exchange for a "Soul Pearl" that protects the soul.

The effect of a Lucky Gem valued at 35 merit points was already so significant. 𝚏𝕣𝕖𝚎𝚠𝚎𝚋𝚗𝐨𝐯𝕖𝕝.𝕔𝐨𝕞

Therefore, a Soul Pearl priced nearly twenty times more would obviously be even stronger.

...

This year’s Spring Festival was somewhat livelier than last year’s.

Last year, the house was cold and quiet at this time.

But this year, visitors came in an endless stream to pay New Year’s respects, not only from his uncle’s family but also leaders from the province and city, piling up gifts and New Year’s goods in the basement.

Whether he liked it or not, his influence had reached an undeniable level.

Just after sending off a city leader, Qin Liuyuan came over with a stranger, a man looking around thirty years old.

"Lao Qin, what brings you here!" Chen Shouyi said with a smile, "And this gentleman is?"

"General Manager Chen, here to give you New Year’s greetings. Aren’t you welcoming me?" Qin Liuyuan laughed.

"Of course, you’re welcome!"

"Let me introduce you. This is Luo Peibin, a newly appointed Martial Artist."

So there’s a new Martial Artist in Jiangnan Province?

Chen Shouyi looked at the young man.

Feeling Chen Shouyi’s gaze, the young man couldn’t help but feel a bit nervous, quickly putting on a stiff smile and respectfully said, "Elder Chen, I’ve just arrived in Hedong. I came uninvited to pay my respects!"

Although the news of Chen Shouyi becoming a legendary powerhouse seemed calm in society, it caused a sensation in the Hedong City’s Martial Artist circle.

Only Martial Artists could understand what strict hierarchy meant.

One rank higher, and the strength difference is entirely crushing.

A new Martial Artist, facing a legend who could crush them with a flick of a finger, naturally felt nervous.

Not far away, seeing the commotion, Chen Xingyue couldn’t help smiling when she heard a young man, almost old enough to be her father’s peer, calling her brother an elder.

A Martial Artist’s hearing was incredibly keen, and Luo Peibin’s face turned a bit embarrassed.

Chen Shouyi glared at her, and Chen Xingyue quickly covered her mouth and walked away. He smiled apologetically, saying, "My sister is a bit unruly; don’t take it to heart. You can just call me General Manager Chen or Chen Shouyi!"

General Manager Chen has almost become his name now; his original name was seldom called. No matter who it was, those who knew him called him General Manager Chen.

He’s already gotten used to it.

"No, no, General Manager Chen, it’s really not a big deal," Luo Peibin hurriedly replied, not daring to call him by name.

"Let’s not stand; please, everyone have a seat!" Chen Shouyi invited warmly.

Through inquiries, he learned.

The guest was from Hai Zhou City in Jiangnan Province, transferred to Hedong after passing the Provincial Martial Artist Examination.

Unlike grand Martial Artists, Martial Artists were directly managed by the province.

That’s the advantage of a provincial capital city, using policies to attract talent. Even if the local City Government was unwilling, they could only reluctantly let people go.

"I heard that after the Spring Festival, General Manager Chen would be giving a talk on Martial Arts at Jiangnan University?" Qin Liuyuan smiled and brought up the topic.

"Yes, that’s true. But who did you hear it from?" Chen Shouyi asked curiously.

"Jiangnan University has already posted a notice!" Qin Liuyuan smiled and said,

"This has become a city-wide sensation now. I expect the venue won’t be enough. Many Martial Artists go to Jiangnan University every day to check the notice, afraid of missing the date."

"Oh, it’s just a campus lecture. Don’t exaggerate too much!" Chen Shouyi said modestly, though a smile appeared on his face.

Luo Peibin, who had been sitting uncomfortably, feeling out of place and unable to join the conversation, finally overcame the psychological barrier of his Martial Artist identity. With great effort to suppress his embarrassment, he flattered,

"General Manager Chen, it’s not an exaggeration. This is a lecture by a legendary powerhouse. If it weren’t for your undetermined date, other Martial Artists from out of town would have flocked here."

Once he spoke, Luo Peibin felt he had finally blended into the atmosphere here, and everything became natural.

At the same time, after becoming a Martial Artist, some pride and arrogance in his mindset settled back to earth.

What is a Martial Artist in front of him?

When needed, one must flatter; when necessary, one should lower themselves.

Maintaining respect facing a powerhouse,

is nothing to be ashamed of!