Chen Zhao

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Chen Zhao (陈昭)
Alias(es)	Divine Doctor Li; “Grim Reaper”; Academic God; King of Magic 101 125 166 552
Species/Race	Human
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Lop Nur University; Sara Disaster Foundation; Chen Zhao Technology Co., Ltd.; Alien Base Project 449 598 641
Occupation/Role	Student and researcher; streamer; web novelist; traditional Chinese medicine practitioner; magician; entrepreneur; Foundation president 57 145 270 449 552
Status	Activated a time machine to return to the past; his subsequent fate is undisclosed 711
First Appearance	Chapter 3

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
System-enhanced intelligence	3	Suddenly completes a mathematics test perfectly in under a minute, overturning his reputation as a poor student.
Intelligence raised to 450	205	Raises his intelligence before a major PUBG match; his perception makes a second feel stretched into several seconds, enabling extreme reaction speed and precision.
System Evolution	368	The System reaches 100% evolution and completes its upgrade.
Rechargeable high-intelligence time	483	Accumulates nearly 30,000 worship points through online ghost stories—enough to recharge one day of high-intelligence time.
Upper tier of provincial Genius Rankings	548	His Magic Arena success raises him into the upper tier of the province-wide ranking of 1,000 elite geniuses.

Background

Chen Zhao was initially known as an indifferent, low-performing student. He later tells Zhao Xiaobai that he had deliberately failed examinations for three years to “temper” his character, though his system-enhanced intelligence makes it impossible to continue concealing his ability. He publicly commits to pursuing high scores in every subject rather than hiding his strength. 3 6 27

His knowledge also draws upon memories from a previous life. When challenged by established scholars over the authorship of his writing, he uses that knowledge to compose works on the spot and establish himself as an extraordinary literary talent. 39 40

Appearance

Chen Zhao is initially described as youthful-looking, with alert eyes uncommon among exhausted senior students. His intense study, writing, and streaming schedule causes him to lose roughly twenty pounds in a semester. 100 215

• Youthful complexion and sharp, energetic eyes 215
• Frequently becomes disheveled and severely underweight when absorbed in research 471 472 611
• Uses professional makeup to convincingly disguise himself as an elderly physician under the identity of Divine Doctor Li 118
• Wears masks and sunglasses in public when his fame makes him easily recognizable 540 557

Personality

Chen Zhao is confident to the point of bluntness when confronting challenges. He openly pursues opponents stronger than himself, whether in mathematics, chess, cryptography, gaming, or magic, and is unwilling to accept defeat without pushing himself further. 263 320 473

Despite his occasional arrogance, he values self-reliance and rejects fame gained under someone else’s identity. When viewers speculate that he is a disguised professional gamer, he insists on being recognized by his own name and skill. 169

He is also deeply prone to obsession. Once focused on a problem, he neglects food, sleep, hygiene, and his physical condition; during his Demon Cipher work, he sleeps only three to four hours daily and deteriorates visibly. 100 332 471 472

Chen Zhao is protective toward people he considers friends. He defends Zhao Xiaobai when Yin Shisan insults her, assists Deng Tiejun despite the risks of impersonating a doctor, and repeatedly prioritizes Deng Zixin’s feelings and safety. 118 125 473

Abilities & Skills

System-Enhanced Intelligence

Chen Zhao’s defining ability is a System that grants temporary, rechargeable periods of extreme intelligence.

• Processes and memorizes information at extraordinary speed, including complete textbooks, palm prints, technical data, and tens of thousands of pages of cipher material 15 304 469
• Rapidly observes minute visual details, allowing him to identify concealed enemies and analyze complex situations almost instantly 13 58
• Can raise his intelligence to specific levels; at 450, his subjective perception of time slows dramatically during combat 205
• His high-intelligence time depends on admiration or worship points, creating periods where he must deliberately seek public recognition to recharge it 479 483
• Claims an IQ of 200 on an online test, though his practical feats consistently exceed ordinary measures of intelligence 445

Academic Mastery

Chen Zhao excels across mathematics, sciences, literature, history, and other fields.

• Solves difficult mathematics problems in seconds and gains direct entry to national finals in five subjects 6 55
• Wins multiple first-place academic awards, including subjects for which he did not sit the examination 100
• Learns university-level mathematics within a week while preparing for the Lingeyin International Youth Mathematics Competition 273
• Refutes ten proposed mathematical solutions on the spot and continues working for ten hours without rest to develop his own approach 332
• Completes a forty-question cipherbreaking preliminary examination perfectly in forty-five minutes 448

Literary Talent

Chen Zhao is a successful web novelist, essayist, poet, and public speaker.

• Writes the acclaimed essay “Exhortation to Learning,” which senior scholars initially refuse to believe was authored by a high school student 38 39
• Uses works remembered from his previous life to overwhelm literary skeptics, including material associated with Yueyang Tower and the Preface to the Pavilion of Prince Teng 39 40 158
• Wins the Novel Award three times at the Anonymous Writers Competition and silences criticism with the poem “To Li Yong.” 349
• Gains widespread recognition as a web novelist, prompting students and teachers to seek his autograph 145 146

PUBG and Competitive Gaming

Chen Zhao is an elite PUBG player whose intelligence directly improves his aim, positioning, reaction time, and tactical judgment.

• Specializes in long-range sniping with weapons such as the M24 and Kar98k, consistently landing rapid headshots against skilled opponents 12 13 51
• Excels in close-quarters fights, including a four-kill landing achieved with fists and a shotgun 50
• Defeats professional player Wolf Brother in a sniper duel, leading Wolf Brother to report him for suspected cheating 13
• Earns international recognition after defeating Little Lee in a high-level final-circle showdown with 0.4 seconds remaining 169 208
• Is nicknamed the “Grim Reaper” by viewers for wiping squads with extreme speed 166

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Chen Zhao practices traditional Chinese medicine under the disguised identity Divine Doctor Li.

• Uses a System-granted God-tier “Observation” medical skill experience book, strengthening his ability to assess patients by sight 267
• Can identify ailments before patients fully describe their symptoms and confirm diagnoses through pulse-taking 270
• Treats Deng Tiejun successfully; Deng’s family considers his medical intervention life-saving and later gifts Chen Zhao a house in gratitude 154 192
• His youthful appearance forces him to use elderly makeup to gain credibility as a physician 118 125

Magic

Chen Zhao becomes an internationally recognized magician through the Magic Arena competition.

• Receives the World’s Greatest Magic Book, which allows him to see through any magic trick 536
• Gains eligibility for Magic Arena after submitting an audition featuring his apparent ability to detach his head 538 541
• Defeats ten challengers in succession by exposing their methods, including Antoine’s, without needing to see the latter’s trick performed 548
• Performs “Rope to Heaven,” a large-scale illusion involving an ascent into the clouds and fabricated remains; the trick earns him 92% of the vote and the Magic Arena championship 551 552
• Becomes the first Asian magician to reach the Magic Arena finals and is crowned its King of Magic 548 552

Scientific Research and Engineering

Chen Zhao’s long-term ambition is scientific work that benefits humanity.

• Declines a lucrative full-time esports contract because he intends to enter a scientific field 68
• Attends advanced winter programs in weapons, emerging fields, ocean science, and aerospace, then elects to pursue all four research directions rather than only one 553 554
• Develops artificial intelligence and defeats Heavy Armor Knight II through a remotely deployed “hitter.” 557 559
• Builds the first lunar rover after working alone for a month 601
• Serves as deputy commander-in-chief of the Alien Base Project and publicly advances plans for extraterrestrial cities 598 599
• Plans 108 underwater bases to collect marine DNA 673

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• System Ring — Interface through which Chen Zhao checks and spends admiration or worship points. 267 546
• World’s Greatest Magic Book — System reward that enables him to discern the methods behind magic tricks. 536
• M24 sniper rifle — His signature in-game long-range weapon. 12 13
• Kar98k sniper rifle — Used during his “Sniper God” streaks. 51
• S686 shotgun — Used for rapid close-range squad wipes. 166 211
• Divine Doctor Li disguise — Elderly makeup created by Ma Rila to conceal Chen Zhao’s youth while practicing medicine. 118

Relationships

• Deng Zixin — His girlfriend and later wife. She initially discovers his medical disguise, later manages aspects of his public career, and remains his most important emotional support. Her death drives Chen Zhao to pursue time travel. 125 641 705 711
• Deng Tiejun — Deng Zixin’s father and Chen Zhao’s patient. He reveres Chen Zhao after his treatment and treats him as an honored guest at family events. 154 158
• Zhao Xiaobai — Classmate, early supporter, fan of his novel, and later colleague at Chen Zhao Technology. Chen Zhao defends her during the Demon Cipher project. 17 100 473 641
• Little Bamboo Shoot — Fellow streamer and frequent PUBG teammate. Chen Zhao guides, revives, equips, and coordinates with her during competitive matches. 128 166 206
• Little Lee — World-class PUBG player, occasional teammate, and major competitive rival. His respect helps establish Chen Zhao’s international gaming reputation. 50 169 208
• Shen Meiyu — Lop Nur University principal and professional supporter who introduces Chen Zhao to advanced research opportunities and Mr. Wang’s cipherbreaking work. 443 448 553
• Mr. Wang — Intimidating intelligence specialist who recognizes Chen Zhao’s ability and recruits him for cipherbreaking work. 443 448
• Yin Shisan — Brilliant cryptographer and Chen Zhao’s rival in deciphering the Demon Cipher. Their relationship combines competition with technical collaboration. 473
• Grigory — Wealthy associate and business partner in the Sand Binder company. 540 557
• Lu Xiaoxiao — His reluctant student, assigned to him by Commander Wang; she later receives responsibility for inspecting his proposed underwater bases. 673

Story Role / Major Arcs

Academic Rise

Chen Zhao overturns his image as a failing student through extraordinary mathematics results, textbook memorization, academic competition victories, and eventual admission to Lop Nur University. His classmates shift from ridicule and suspicion to admiration and open worship. 3 6 55 100 101 273

Streaming and Esports

He begins as an anonymous PUBG streamer, rapidly gains followers through exceptional gameplay, signs with Fighting Panda Live, and becomes a feared competitive player. His success culminates in high-level matches against Little Lee and other international players. 13 57 68 169 208

Writing, Medicine, and Public Fame

Chen Zhao establishes himself as a successful novelist and literary prodigy while secretly treating Deng Tiejun as Divine Doctor Li. His writing earns both scholarly recognition and mass popularity, while his medical success earns the Deng family’s gratitude. 39 125 145 158 192

University Research and Cipherbreaking

At Lop Nur University, Chen Zhao prepares for elite mathematics competition, enters advanced scientific fields, and works on the urgent Demon Cipher. His extreme workload causes serious exhaustion, but he refuses to stop competing with Yin Shisan. 273 332 448 470 473

Magic Arena

Armed with the World’s Greatest Magic Book, Chen Zhao enters Magic Arena to challenge the poor international standing of Asian magicians. He dominates the competition, performs “Rope to Heaven,” and wins the championship by an overwhelming public vote. 536 548 552

Scientist, Entrepreneur, and Space Pioneer

Chen Zhao expands into artificial intelligence, robotics, disaster research, aerospace, lunar exploration, and extraterrestrial colonization. His work elevates him into a global scientific authority and deputy commander-in-chief of the Alien Base Project. 449 557 598 601 689

Return to the Past

After Deng Zixin’s death and years away from public life, Chen Zhao completes a time machine in hopes of seeing her again. The System warns him that meeting people from his past could produce unpredictable causal consequences. 705 708 711

Notable Quotes

“Advance, my comrade! As long as you still have one breath left, you cannot stop charging!” 208

“I am just me, not an alt account for some ancient legend.” 169

“If I say I can, then I can!” 473

Trivia

• Chen Zhao saves Li Min’en’s contact as “Little Fox,” while Deng Zixin’s contact is saved as “Her Majesty Queen Deng Zixin.” 309
• He refuses preferential treatment from fellow students, including offers to let him cut in line at the cafeteria. 101
• His famous “money-scattering” magic routine was originally designed simply to attract viewers; he improvises its philosophical interpretation afterward. 544