Very Good Friends

Zhang Xuezhou's recovery period for controlling 'fast and slow' is about five to seven days, and he can only make one round trip in one cycle.

This time, he demonstrated 'fast and slow' in the small world for everyone to learn from. After regaining his ability, he can only leave but not enter again, and must wait for the next recovery cycle.

Since it was close to the shuttle period, Zhang Xuezhou didn't dare to leave the shuttle guidance center too far without permission, lest the mallard ducks have difficulty shuttling back.

"Sir Badun, how are you?"

"Let me prepare some more!"

Having regained control, Zhang Xuezhou once again chose to demonstrate and provide opportunities for others to learn from.

Compared to Zhang Xuezhou's natural recovery period, Badun's rest period wasn't as long, but Badun wasn't sure if his body had fully recovered.

When he used his control over 'fast and slow', his limbs twitched when he reached a certain speed, forcing him to stop.

Such limb twitching is not a problem in normal areas, but it can be fatal when it occurs in a contorted position.

Zhang Xuezhou moved in and out with a natural demeanor, while Badun was genuinely worried about making a mistake, standing on the boulder and hesitant to leap out and twist.

"Jump, jump!" Naggus encouraged from the side.

"Just say you're urging me to die!"

Badun muttered a complaint, and Naggs reluctantly shut up.

"I think I need to practice more," Badun said solemnly.

"Then we'll see you again in a while!"

Zhang Xuezhou nodded, which made Badun feel uncertain again.

"Wait a minute, let me adjust it some more and see if there's anything else I can guide you on!"

Practice doesn't make much difference. Control isn't something that comes with practice; rather, it's about how much control you have based on your current physical level.

Badun was well aware of the vast difference between years of dedicated practice and merely acquiring a temporary level of control.

The former is undoubtedly of a high standard, while the latter is merely a superficial and temporary application, with almost no possibility of significantly improving its level again. It can only be slowly polished and improved, which would take months or years to calculate.

Badun can't wait that long.

His current problem stems from both his mindset and a lack of awareness of the unknown dangers of the distorted space.

Badun can only compare himself to Zhang Xuezhou. If their levels are similar or not far apart, he has a good chance of passing. If the difference is slightly greater, he may be drawn into the chaotic and fragmented space.

"Your current abilities are quite similar to Xuezhou's, so you should have the opportunity to go out," Ren Yisheng said.

"He was afraid of being tricked and killed in the distortion," Naggs complained. "Who knew that Little Zhang would show his full power or only use half of it? One wrong step in this kind of situation could be fatal, even Badun with his domain power couldn't save him!"

"It's a pity that the control will clash, otherwise you would feel more at ease if I led you out," Zhang Xuezhou said, shaking his head.

"I certainly don't doubt that you're hiding anything," Badun retorted stubbornly, then added, "After all, you need me too!"

"The world is not at peace; I hope you can live a long and healthy life." Zhang Xuezhou nodded and said, "This is a heartfelt blessing!"

Do you think I can get out of here safely?

"Carrying heavy items is a bit of a problem, but it shouldn't be a big issue for personal entry and exit!"

"As long as I get out alive, we'll be great friends!"

Badun took a deep breath, and his body suddenly vanished.

"Is Badun alive or dead?" Naggs asked in a low voice. "Ren Anran, do you want to go out and check on the situation?"

An Ran is already waiting outside!

Ren Yisheng replied.

Zhang Xuezhou had some ulterior motives, but before they were exposed, Zhang Xuezhou, who was able to share his self-analysis and control, was honest with Badun.

For Badun, the impact of this candor was considerable.

If he could prove his friendship with Zhang Xuezhou through a life-or-death test, Badun was clearly willing to forge a bond of mutual trust with him, even describing them as 'very good friends'.

Ren Anran was already waiting outside to greet Badun. Ren Yisheng said this, everyone breathed a sigh of relief, feeling that the whole thing was no longer a conspiracy.

Even Naggs's face showed a hint of surprise, after all, he was genuinely afraid that after Badun died in the distorted space, Zhang Xuezhou would then take out the treasure that had carried everyone in and out earlier, and then lead everyone out.

"If you can find that staff, then we'll be best friends, even unto death!"

Nags muttered a couple of things, to which Zhang Xuezhou responded with a smile.

It's better for Naggus to speak his mind than for a hypocrite to keep it hidden.

Zhang Xuezhou modified Badun's words, indicating that Nagus should search for the staff as much as possible. Finding the staff would be a relief for everyone, and he would also be able to relax.

"What are we now?" Naggs asked.

Zhang Xuezhou emphasized, "As long as you don't start an international war or commit massacres, we will be very good friends!"

"I'm not really a bloodthirsty person, it's just... never mind, it's all about some powerful groups. They wanted to investigate the No. 1 Sinkhole and use us, who had come into contact with it, as experimental subjects. I had no choice but to kill their entire family before they could do anything, which led to a whole bunch of trouble. Those people were sure they could handle me, and there were always people trying to kill me, so I just kept killing my way through," Nagus shook his head and said, "That's how it is. I was always forced to retaliate!"

"I'm a little curious about your identity. Are you a creature from the Fire Meteor or a native of the British Alliance State?" Ren Yisheng suddenly asked.

"If I said I was a native, you definitely wouldn't believe me," Nagos replied after a few seconds of silence. "If I said I was a fire meteor being, then I'd probably be the weakest fire meteor being you've ever seen. No fire meteor being should end up like me!"

"Then what are you?" Ren Yisheng asked.

"I'm considered a descendant of that being," Naggus said. "My situation is similar to Zhang Xuezhou's, except that our relationship was more peaceful; there was no life-or-death struggle. He even nurtured me and led me to success."

"And him?"

"He died. He died young, ten years ago!"

Nags emphasized again after he finished speaking.

He pursed his lips and explained.

Without Badun, a powerful and tacit allied member, Naggs found himself struggling, his strength insufficient to give him any say.

If the group wants to kill the Fire Meteor, there is a 100% chance that he will be killed by the group working together.

Tell me something about the Doomsday Shards and the Divine Stone!

Using Zhang Xuezhou as a shield did not make Naggs's words believable. It wasn't until Zhang Xuezhou spoke that Naggs felt the atmosphere between them ease.

"This is a long-term collaboration for us, and you may have the opportunity to engage with even more profound topics in the future!"

Ren Anran's spirit appeared beside him, and after reporting that he was safe, Zhang Xuezhou jumped off the rock where he had been standing.

Badun's outings brought convenience, but also avoided the possibility of conflicts and confrontations arising from different factions.

This will not only force Naggus to reveal many private matters, but also allow Zhang Xuezhou and others to delve deeper into this area.