Since their parting at the Black Mountain Research Institute, Ma Yan has been out of contact with everyone.
Qin Ze sent out dozens of clones to search, but they couldn't find a single clue or trace.
Ma Yan seemed to have vanished into thin air.
Qin Ze was both surprised and delighted to receive Ma Yan's call at that moment.
"I... I'm in a very safe place."
You don't need to worry.
Ma Yan stammered for a long time but couldn't clearly explain where he was.
Qin Ze frowned slightly.
Something's fishy.
Let's meet.
"The reagent has strong side effects; I'll try to find a way to relieve them for you."
Ma Yan replied, "I can now control the side effects of the reagent, so you don't need to worry."
Qin Ze: "!!!"
Is that really true?
Seemingly sensing Qin Ze's shock on the other end of the phone, Ma Yan smiled and said, "I just wanted to make sure you were safe."
I'm going into seclusion soon, and it will be a long time before I can contact you again.
The martial arts exam is in a few days.
" Qin Ze, you must become a martial artist."
Qin Ze had heard Ma Yan say this to him countless times.
She has always been very concerned about becoming a martial artist.
Qin Ze said, "Do you know who you're talking to right now?"
The person you're talking to is the top scholar in Jiang City five days from now.
Ma Yan laughed happily.
"Go, Jiang City's top scorer!"
I have to talk to you now, goodbye.
Hearing the busy tone on the phone, Qin Ze put down his phone.
Ma Yan probably had a miraculous encounter.
Although I don't know the specifics of her situation.
At the very least, it's very safe, and the side effects of the reverse reagent can even be controlled.
Everyone has the right to make their own choices.
Since Ma Yan didn't want to talk about it, Qin Ze could only respect that.
Not long after, the phone rang again.
Upon seeing the caller ID, Qin Ze answered the phone and said, "Oh, isn't this busy man Qin Yu? I didn't know you had a younger brother."
Ever since Qin Yu went to Sea City, this guy hasn't contacted me again.
Their usual communication is limited to exchanging replies on Qin Yu's WeChat Moments.
This woman is really having a blast.
Going to the beach today, shopping at the mall tomorrow—life is so carefree.
Qin Ze also saw Xianyu's best friend in the photos on WeChat Moments.
It has to be said that birds of a feather flock together.
My older sister's best friend is very attractive.
Qin Ze would love to get to know him if given the chance.
No other meaning intended.
He just likes making friends.
Thank God you're still alive.
Hearing her younger brother's lively and energetic voice, Qin Yu finally felt relieved after a whole afternoon of worry.
When Qin Yu learned that a beast tide had broken out in Jiang City, he was almost driven mad, regretting that he hadn't taken Qin Ze with him when he went to the Sea Capital.
So you really want me to die, huh?
"Hmph, a scourge lives on for a thousand years, may you live forever."
Thank you, and I wish you a long and healthy life.
The siblings resumed their usual bickering.
It ultimately ended in Qin Yu's defeat.
"If you really can get the top score in the martial arts exam, I suggest you apply to the Haidu Academy."
"I have friends at the Haidu Academy; I can get you a special admission."
Qin Yu was unusually serious for once.
Qin Ze: "My sister is amazing!"
"But I don't like using connections."
Qin Yu: "Then get lost!"
Beep beep beep--
Qin Ze shook his head helplessly.
"So irritable, is your period starting?"
In the class group chat, our teacher asked everyone to sign in and let us know they were safe.
Qin Ze replied with "Received".
Then I received concern and greetings from Fatty and the class monitor.
After giving a perfunctory reply, Qin Ze took out the Soul Orb he had just obtained that day.
"Have eaten."
Qin Ze summoned a clone and tossed the Soul Orb to him.
The clone caught the Soul Orb, its body trembling slightly with excitement.
It's been three months!
Do you know how I've spent these past three months?
Qin Ze: "Eat or not? If not, we'll find someone else."
Glug~
Without a word, the clone swallowed the Soul Orb whole, choking and rolling its eyes back.
"Cool!"
The clone waved its fist and danced wildly.
"On that day, humanity finally remembered the fear of being dominated by giants!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the clone's body began to grow taller and larger, reaching three meters in an instant.
It's not that it can't continue to grow, but the house is only this tall.
"The current limit is five meters, but it can grow larger as the level increases!"
"After transforming into a giant, the body's strength increases threefold."
The clone looked down at Qin Ze and continued, "Besides that, there's another little surprise."
A red vertical pupil slowly opened on the forehead of the giant's clone, flashing with an eerie red light.
Qin Ze had already sensed the cultivation level reflected in his clone.
However, the second stage of bone tempering is not yet complete, and the level has not yet been broken through.
The second bone quenching will be completed within a week at the latest.
Qin Ze's cultivation level will instantly increase by a large margin.
With the Power of the Giant, Qin Ze's weakness in combat was compensated for.
With its ability to absorb damage and lightning for ranged attacks, it now possesses Power of the Giant for melee combat.
At this moment, Qin Ze wanted to shout:
Who can kill me?
"From today onwards, I, Giant Overlord, am the second-in-command of the Circus!"
The clone stands with his hands on his hips, Yangyang.
The clone, which inherited half of Qin Ze's cultivation, along with this S-Rank Soul Orb, instantly leaped to the peak of the second level.
He is already the strongest in the Circus.
Brother Devour and Dharma King are only around level 2.5.
"Don't forget your little brother, Giant Overlord!"
"I hereby declare that from this day forward, Giant Overlord Brother is my father!"
"Who are Brother Devour and Dharma King? Sorry, I really don't know them."
Me too.
"..."
Qin Ze remained silent.
These fence-sitters are really quite the fence-sitters.
In the luxuriously decorated room, Ma Yan hummed a little tune as he drew, clearly in a good mood.
You've broken the rules.
Ram appeared at the door and said in a deep voice.
Ma Yan ignored it.
"If our communications are intercepted by Law Enforcement, we're all doomed," Ram, clearly dissatisfied.
Ma Yan continued painting in silence.
Did you hear what I said?
Ma Yan put down his paintbrush and asked without turning his head, "I've already broken through to Level Seven. When can I become Twelve Zodiac Signs?"
Ram was shocked. "So fast?"
Ma Yan released a wisp of aura.
He is undoubtedly Advanced Martial Artist.
Ram snapped out of his daze and said calmly, " The Twelve Zodiac Signs are currently full. You can only advance if someone dies."
Ma Yan suddenly turned to look at Ram, a smile playing on his lips.
"So, if I kill you now, I'll become Aries?"
Sensing the killing intent emanating from Ma Yan, Ram immediately tensed up.
"Don't be nervous, I was just kidding."
Ma Yan smiled and turned back to continue painting.
I will tell the guild leader about your breakthrough.
Ram closed the door and left.
This crazy woman's progress is terrifying.
With just a little guidance from me, she was able to break through in such a short time.
"The stagnant Fairness Society is finally about to see some ripples."
Ram stretched and felt happy.
"Among the newly Twelve Zodiac Signs, Ram has made a great contribution this time."
(I have other uses for that gender-swapped look.)