Worldwide Awakening: My Soul Kinds Are Lost-Chapter 371: Loyalty and Shared Life and Death_1
"Wake up, wake up quickly." Wang Linchi pinched the Shadow of Gluttony in his hand, which was just a tiny bit left.
He had come back to life, but the Shadow of Gluttony seemed to have become a large lump. He wasn’t sure if its brain had fully recovered.
This self-destruction had caused the Dragon Soul Saint Main to evolve and gain a massive amount of effect entries, proving that untested methods were indeed superior.
The only regret was that he couldn’t further improve his physique, bringing it up to the strength he imagined.
He had already achieved an Elite Gold Level physique, but it still couldn’t carry a spiritual power of 1,000,000,000. To enhance it further, at least a Morning Star Level physique was needed.
He theorized that his spiritual power might rank above Daylight Level once he had his breakthrough.
Even if Daylight Level was stronger, it wouldn’t likely have a Mental Power Capacity Limit of 100,000,000.
The reason the Morning Star Level could bear it was, firstly, due to Wang Linchi’s unusual state and, secondly, because Wang Linchi had reached his limit. Usually, there wouldn’t be such a large gap between physique and spirit, but Wang Linchi had no choice: he had to either strengthen himself or wait to die.
After Wang Linchi chose the former, plus utilizing Plug ins, Charging Money, and grinding, the Soul Aspect World focused mainly on spiritual power, which resulted in an imbalance.
Other Awakeners definitely wouldn’t experience such an imbalance, as they couldn’t possibly possess spiritual power as enormous as Wang Linchi’s.
A Morning Star Level physique was unattainable due to the absence of the necessary prerequisites.
He had to undergo a breakthrough and elevate his Soul Resemblance to Elite Gold Level. Afterwards, he could refine his physique to Morning Star Level. However, he first had to attain a Morning Star Level physique to break through to Elite Gold Level.
Primarily, the Morning Star Level secret technique of the Elemental Orifice required an Elite Gold Level Soul Resemblance to handle. This created an awkward situation, as his Soul Resemblance was only at Secret Silver Level.
So now he was stuck. Ultimately, Wang Linchi had no choice but to put it aside for now.
He could come up with a solution after achieving the pinnacle of the Secret Silver Level.
The Shadow of Gluttony in his hands began to move sluggishly, then gradually started to swell.
The rate of expansion was a little slow, and it didn’t seem fully conscious yet.
"Looks like it got stunned by the explosion. Even for an Erroneous Sin, it’s impossible not to have received any injuries from such massive damage." Wang Linchi was still clinging to the Shadow of Gluttony, waiting for it to help him locate the hospital so he could devour it.
Looking around, the entire replication collapsed into an informational state, then shattered and disappeared.
His goal was to blast the whole replication. If he didn’t succeed, then he would just blast it again. The most it would cost him was a one-level downgrade and slower recovery for the Shadow of Gluttony.
Luckily, he didn’t have to do it again. The replication, and even the external layer of restrictions, were obliterated by the elemental bombs of the Philosopher’s Stone version.
"The Game System isn’t here?" Wang Linchi was surprised. He initially thought he would have to confront the Game System, but it didn’t show up.
"But it’s good that it isn’t here. I can go find another major replication."
Wang Linchi glanced at his own spiritual power. It was increasing rapidly. He had completed the first revolution of the Golden Core and had already started the second.
"Boss... why did you self-destruct?" the Shadow of Gluttony asked in a shaky voice. It had a memory lapse; one moment, it saw the glow of the explosion, and by the time it recovered, it was already being held by Wang Linchi.
"Self-destruct? Were you dreaming?" Wang Linchi denied it outright.
The Shadow of Gluttony still felt apprehension and then said, "No, I... I must have been dreaming."
It instinctively wanted to refute but quickly realized that it should only agree with what Wang Linchi said.
"That’s good. Let’s go; we still have one target that’s not completed," Wang Linchi said.
The Erroneous Sin that he devoured from this large replication could, at best, only advance his Nine Revolutions Golden Core to the Fifth Transfer. For the remaining four transfers, if he wanted it to be quicker, he would need the help of other Erroneous Sins. Therefore, he would have to cause trouble in another large replication.
He could also cultivate it himself, but time might be a bit tight.
"Ah? Going again?" The Shadow of Gluttony was shocked. You’ve already ruined the Game System’s replications twice! Are you coming back for a third time? Aren’t you afraid you won’t be able to escape when it’s time to face the consequences?
In its view, with the Game System’s massive advantage, how could it possibly lose?
"You don’t have to go if you don’t want to," Wang Linchi said magnanimously.
This sparked a reaction from the Shadow of Gluttony. "No, I must go. It’s my honor to serve you, Boss."
He didn’t want to contradict Wang Linchi. As for Wang Linchi’s goodwill, the Shadow of Gluttony really didn’t want to accept it. He knew full well that if he did, he’d certainly end up swallowed by Wang Linchi right afterwards.
"Quick response. If you’d been slower, I would’ve had a taste of you," Wang Linchi said with a hint of regret.
"I’ve always been loyal to you, Boss, even willing to live and die with you," the Shadow of Gluttony immediately pledged his allegiance.
"Oh, really? Well, in the next dungeon, let’s ’live and die together’ again." Wang Linchi planned to exploit the massive boost from self-detonation by using the Dragon Soul Saint Main again.
However, he couldn’t overuse this tactic. If he did, the Dragon Soul Saint Main would evolve and develop even more absurd abilities.
"No... No problem," the Shadow of Gluttony agreed reluctantly. He was understandably not keen on another elemental bomb from the Philosopher’s Stone. He wasn’t one of those brainless Erroneous Sins; he was definitely terrified.
"Choose one. It’s time for us to set off," Wang Linchi said.
He let the Shadow of Gluttony make the decision again because he believed that the Game System was in a deadlock with the hospital director, and the Shadow of Gluttony happened to have a connection to the director.
As adversaries, the director would surely know some of the Game System’s weaknesses. Wang Linchi could act as a blade, gaining benefits while stalling the Game System.
At first glance, it looked like he was helping Ye Tian, but Wang Linchi could also benefit. If Ye Tian successfully broke through and defeated the Game System, Wang Linchi would also get some of the Game System’s data, even core data. An existence comparable to the Heavenly Dao would be a substantial treasure for him.
So it was worth it for him to run around for Ye Tian and act as the director’s blade.
He had never minded being a pawn or a puppet, as long as he received enough benefits. Otherwise, he would not hesitate to betray them and let them know what backstabbing truly meant.
A relationship of mutual interest was involved. As for being used, that was trivial. When both parties profited, it was cooperation.
"Where to?" Wang Linchi asked.
"This... I..." The Shadow of Gluttony stammered, also struggling. The director hadn’t responded to him yet.
"No rush. It seems he hasn’t replied to you yet. We have plenty of time to wait," Wang Linchi said amiably.
The Shadow of Gluttony was shocked. "How...how do you know that?"
"I have a brain inside here, not water," Wang Linchi said. He then opened his own skull to reveal the complex brain within, before closing it up again.
"Wait, how can you open up your own brain???" the Shadow of Gluttony was astounded.
"It’s a regular operation, not a big issue," Wang Linchi said. He wouldn’t admit this was a power he gained after self-detonating and becoming stronger. Never mind opening his skull; he could even take out his heart and lungs.
The Shadow of Gluttony was rendered speechless. This definitely was not a regular operation. He thought Wang Linchi was likely mad.
Otherwise, how could he do something so outrageous?
"Any other questions?" Wang Linchi asked again.
"No, I just need a little more time," the Shadow of Gluttony said. By now, he was not overly concerned about Wang Linchi knowing his secret.
Now that Wang Linchi knew, it was better to be somewhat honest. However, he would only say what needed to be said and wouldn’t divulge anything unnecessary.
Although he had escaped from the hospital, he was still under the director’s control. Whether he was captured by the Game System or in Wang Linchi’s hands, his essence was still in the hospital.
Instinct was driving him to return to the hospital.
In essence, he was an Erroneous Sin derived from the hospital, rather than an independent one.
The director hadn’t immediately brought him back, partly because he was engaged in an intense conflict with the Game System and didn’t have time to spare. Another reason was that the Shadow of Gluttony could use Wang Linchi to sabotage the Game System’s rear operations.
He had value, so he was left outside. Otherwise, he would have been forcibly brought back a long time ago.
After half an hour, the Shadow of Gluttony finally spoke, "West, 3,200 kilometers."
"That far?" Wang Linchi was surprised to hear this but nodded. "I hope there are some surprises. After all, I’m traveling such a long distance. I hope it’s not just for some trivial gains."
