Flesh Training

After finishing his review of the data list and analysis report, a question arose in Yi Chen's mind.

He recalled a pathology class…

Dagobert had effortlessly lifted an entire metal desk with one hand and thrown it, smashing a Living Corpse and completely caving in its head.

Even before acquiring the Gentleman's Skin, the strength he displayed in Green Lake Town was astonishing.

"On the [Physique] level, can I truly reach the same extent as Dagobert?"

"Dagobert… oh! I remember now.

He's that student who's strong, fair-skinned, and has perfectly sculpted muscles, right?"

Speaking of this person, Teacher Zed couldn't help but drool, seeming eager to dissect the man's muscles and understand the distribution of his lines.

After a moment of fantasy, he continued his explanation:

"No… he has an innate talent for strength. With just some simple activation training, he should be able to touch the 'Limit Membrane.'

Even if you trained day and night with me, undergoing some unconventional physical modifications, you wouldn't be able to gain that kind of strength within two years.

However, You seem to have misunderstood one thing.

[Physique] encompasses more than just strength; it also includes endurance, resilience, and other aspects directly related to the body.

What we need to do is select the most suitable aspect for you, amplify it through special training, and reach the so-called limit.

Don't worry, I've already prepared the optimal plan for your physical growth! As long as you can persevere, reaching your [Physique] limit within two years is absolutely achievable.

Personally, I have high hopes for you."

As he said this, Teacher Zed slowly split his mouth open, even breaking a few of the fine lines at the corners of his lips, and patted Yi Chen's shoulder with deep meaning.

"Understood, I will persevere."

Following that, Teacher Zed took out an uncapped pocket watch from his coat pocket, using touch to tell the time.

"Due to your unconsciousness, it's already [3 AM].

The teaching building is sealed at this hour, and no one is allowed in or out. You'll have to stay here tonight.

We shouldn't waste any more time~ Eat this food quickly and let's begin your special training."

"O-okay."

Teacher Zed squatted there, his bizarre mouth torn open, facing Yi Chen… quietly waiting for him to finish the food.

However, This unsettling atmosphere did not affect Yi Chen's eating; he knew that replenishing nutrients was crucial.

It was just like the 'food snatching' sessions back at the orphanage before he died. Everyone would be gathered in a dark room, and a giant pipe from above would only release enough food for half the people.

Not only did they have to fight their 'playmates' for food, but the rat infestation in the darkness was also a formidable enemy.

If they didn't manage to grab enough food to fill their stomachs… during the subsequent long stretches of continuous games, their stamina would inevitably be depleted, leading to [elimination].

Recalling this experience, Yi Chen's eating speed increased, and he even plunged his entire head into the basin.

Seeing this, Teacher Zed gently patted the back of his head.

"Hey! Don't rush~ Don't rush, eat slowly. We still have time for this."

Yi Chen's thoughts were pulled back, and he responded in a low voice, "Um… I just remembered some unpleasant things."

Not long after, Clang!

The empty food basin was thrown onto the ground.

"Let's start the special training, Mr. Zed."

"Alright, follow me!"

Teacher Zed, still wearing only his black coat, led Yi Chen back to the main hall of his office.

When he lifted the carpet, A secret passage leading deeper into the building was revealed.

"There's a way down?"

"That's right… this above is just my [office], for my personal research and brain exercises.

My body can't get enough relaxation and activity in such a confined office space.

When the academy decided to house me down here, I naturally made a request: they had to build a 'paradise' where I could relax my body."

Teacher Zed became excited again when he mentioned 'paradise,' eagerly leading Yi Chen downwards.

As they descended through the secret passage, A faint scent of rust mixed with foulness pricked at Yi Chen's nostrils like tiny needles, forcing him to rub his nose.

Though there was no sound, He could vaguely hear faint screams coming from below in his mind.

Stepping out of the passage, Zed casually flipped the power switch on the side wall.

Clack!

The wall lamps hanging here were all fitted with red glass.

The filtered red light, like two eerie blood-red hands, proactively unveiled the mysteries of the 'Paradise' to the visitor.

Even though Yi Chen had mentally prepared himself, the scene before him instantly triggered a primal urge to flee.

Despite his best efforts to restrain himself, Yi Chen still took a step back.

"Welcome to my Paradise!"

Teacher Zed, like the host of a theme park, spread his arms wide with immense pride, showcasing the crimson-colored venue behind him to its fullest extent.

In the underground space, approximately three to four hundred square meters, It was filled with all sorts of 'fitness equipment.'

These pieces of equipment were all personally designed by Zed, with the blueprints then handed over to the academy for production.

Zed jogged over to a corner of the Paradise and beckoned Yi Chen, who was standing at the entrance.

"Quick, come over and say hello to the surveillance camera here. The people at the academy are quite stingy. We can only start the special training after we get their approval... Otherwise, if you accidentally die during your workout, they'll hold me responsible. Of course, I believe you can handle it and won't die that easily."

"O-okay."

Yi Chen approached the surveillance eye, forcing a smile as best he could.

After a moment, the surveillance eyeball began to move up and down.

"Oh! The academy people are quite generous today, agreeing so quickly. Then let's begin the special training! This is your first time in Paradise, so let's start with some simple equipment. See that treadmill over there? Get on it and run with all your might. You absolutely cannot stop until your stamina is completely depleted."

"Okay..."

Yi Chen followed the direction of Zed's finger.

The all-metal treadmill had restraints on the handlebars. Once secured, it was impossible to escape... unless one were to tear off both arms.

The most terrifying aspect was that the running belt was covered in iron nails, ranging from 2 to 5 centimeters in length, densely packed. Every step taken would inevitably land on these nails.

If he couldn't keep up with the speed of the running belt, his arms would be fixed in place, and his lower body would come into intimate contact with the belt, being scraped into unrecognizable shapes by the iron nails.

However, The Spiked Treadmill was merely entry-level equipment in 'Zed's Paradise.' Zed himself disdained to use it, and it was even covered in dust.

Before stepping onto the treadmill, Yi Chen had a small question.

"Mr. Zed, are you planning to train my [Endurance]?"

"Endurance is only one aspect. Think about it~ If an attack lands on you, but instead of pain, you feel pleasure... wouldn't that give you a significant advantage? What I truly want to impart to you is 'control over the physical body.' For us humans, the body has never truly belonged solely to the brain; 'she' has always had her own will. You can think of your body as a mischievous little darling. On the surface, she belongs to you and seems obedient, but in reality, she often plays little tricks behind your back. If she's unhappy, she'll go on strike~ or even wish for your quick demise. For example, when you hit your knee with a hammer, even though your brain hasn't given any commands, she'll proactively display that coveted fair and tender calf. With just a tiny bit of external stimulation, she'll cry out in pain, releasing a flood of pain signals. Only through constant destruction and repair can you deepen your relationship with 'her' and transform her into your most loyal other half."

"Mhm." Yi Chen reluctantly accepted this explanation.

"Oh, and before you get on the treadmill... remember to take off all your clothes. 'Gentleman's Skin' is a good thing, but it won't help with our special training. Try not to get it dirty."

Yi Chen changed into the casual clothes he had bought in Easton Town.

He took off his leather shoes, He stepped onto the treadmill, firmly gripping the handlebars with both hands.

Teacher Zed even thoughtfully pushed over an IV drip setup, one end connected to Yi Chen's wrist veins, the other to the fluid reservoir beneath the treadmill.

The blood that flowed out during the run would be continuously fed back into Yi Chen's body through the circulation device, ensuring he wouldn't faint from blood loss.

As the special training run began, Teacher Zed found a bench and, as if watching his favorite TV show, keenly enjoyed observing Yi Chen, the runner in agony.