Top Geniuses Rely on Talent, Ordinary Geniuses Rely on Turning Dark, and I Can Only Rely on the System

As the saying goes, "A fall into a pit, a gain in your wit."

This is precisely what Qin Jiuxiao is worried about now.

And there's some truth to that.

In fact, his guess was correct.

Luo Zhen has indeed put on a facade.

However, it wasn't in his city, but elsewhere.

In contrast to Qin Jiuxiao's anger, Luo Zhen's feelings were completely different.

Yesterday's events were nothing like Qin Jiuxiao's.

All he knew was that Qin Jiuxiao had entered the tent and been thoroughly humiliated by him, and he was planning to continue watching Qin Jiuxiao make a fool of himself.

Then, it seemed as if the formation had suddenly been broken.

And now, it's here.

I had no idea what happened, what others had done to me, or why I was buried in the ground.

Furthermore, how did I manage to break through while completely unconscious?

And, most importantly.

He also didn't know who attacked him or how they did it.

Based on Qin Jiuxiao's reaction, it's easy to deduce the answer.

The one who attacked me was very likely not Qin Jiuxiao.

However, doing so would actually cut off the trail.

Without clues, such matters are like a dark cloud hanging overhead, chilling one to the bone even under the blazing sun.

This experience should serve as a wake-up call.

At this moment, he had clearly changed his mind.

The secret realm is not safe, so I must hide my identity and travel around. If I can find an opportunity, that would be the best outcome. I need to improve my strength as soon as possible so that I won't be in such a passive position as I am now.

Relying on others is never truly reliable.

In the city.

"Looks like he's awake."

Hearing the system's reminder, Lu Changzhi said softly.

Just now, he heard the system send him this notification:

"Respected esteemed guest, your beloved Qin Jiuxiao's corruption has intensified. Current corruption level: 20%."

The deeper the degree of corruption, upon closer reflection, it must have involved some kind of dramatic ideological upheaval.

I definitely wouldn't do something like that while I'm asleep.

If I remember correctly, last time it was only 10%.

After thinking it over, Lu Changzhi then began to examine the specific details of the corruption.

[Darkened State]: Current progress: 20%. Effects: Increases strength improvement speed by 60%, increases chance of encounters by 40%, and increases the probability of demonic possession by 20%.

Seeing this increase, Lu Changzhi's eyelids twitched slightly.

"This increase is a bit exaggerated."

The increase is directly doubled. If we continue to extrapolate at this rate, once the corruption process is fully completed, the speed of strength improvement will increase by more than three times.

Moreover, the probability of such an opportunity is also quite astonishing.

"This is far more powerful than the cultivation of an average person."

Lu Changzhi gently shook his head.

Top geniuses become stronger through talent, while ordinary geniuses become stronger by turning to the dark side.

Someone like myself...

Well, we can only rely on the system.

Now that we've weathered the storm, it's time to grow up quickly.

Lu Changzhi considered it for a moment.

Unless there are too many significant opportunities or they are particularly unique, I won't interfere.

The stronger you are, the easier it is to obtain more valuable and precious opportunities.

Qin Jiuxiao's current strength is somewhat lacking.

Regaining his composure, Lu Changzhi glanced at his External Avatar and couldn't help but shake his head inwardly.

"If we don't move soon, we won't have enough time."

Almost the entire morning has passed in the blink of an eye.

Qin Han was remarkably composed.

They stayed near the cave and didn't go too far.

It's important to know that the next opportunity related to the Sword Heart's heart is located quite far from here.

"I guess Liu Qingyan still held him back."

Lu Changzhi said softly.

If he didn't intervene, Qin Han obviously wouldn't have had the time or inclination to rescue Liu Qingyan.

Liu Qingyan is still unconscious, and Qin Han is not leaving, most likely because of this.

At this moment, inside the cave, Liu Qingyan moved.

Lu Changzhi looked at Qin Han.

As expected, Qin Han immediately stopped what he was doing and returned to the cave.

Qin Han's return was perfectly timed.

Liu Qingyan, as if she had no sense of perception whatsoever, struggled to her feet.

As I got up, the blanket covering me slipped off.

Qin Han's figure also appeared at the cave entrance.

After a moment of silence, Liu Qingyan let out a cry of surprise and quickly raised her hand to block in front of her.

This, in turn, aggravated the injuries on his back, causing immediate chaos.

"Girl, please tidy up first. I'll come in when you're done."

After Qin Han finished speaking, he turned to leave.

At this moment, Liu Qingyan called out to Qin Han and said softly:

"This humble girl, Liu Qingyan, thanks you, young master, for saving my life."

Qin Han smiled upon hearing this and said:

"My name is Qin Han."

"Miss Liu, you're too kind. Saving people from danger is simply what we should do."

At this moment, Liu Qingyan hesitated for a moment and whispered:

"Does Young Master Qin have any medicine to treat wounds?"

Qin Han seemed to be searching, then took out a rather large medicine bottle and said:

"There seems to be some left. We need to apply it to the wound to speed up healing."

After he finished speaking, a brief silence fell over the cave.

Liu Qingyan bit her lip lightly, tried to move her body, and her face showed a mixture of conflict, shyness, and hesitation.

After a long while, he spoke, his voice barely audible, as if a mosquito had buzzed:

"Young Master Qin, I am feeling weak, could you... help me apply...?"

Hearing this, Qin Han felt a slight surge of joy and a sense of accomplishment.

Just as I expected, these wounds and this topical medicine were worth it.

Applying medicine to an unconscious person is hardly enjoyable.

Despite his joy, Qin Han remained impeccably composed, though a hint of hesitation appeared on his face as he said:

"Miss Liu, men and women should not touch each other. This kind of thing might not be good for you."

Liu Qingyan hesitated again, biting her lip, then closed her eyes, her eyelashes trembling slightly, her cheeks flushed, and she spoke softly:

"I trust Young Master Qin's character."

This scene was observed by Lu Changzhi outside.

It would be better if he didn't know, but unfortunately he did.

The current situation made him so embarrassed that he stuck his feet to the ground.

He really wanted to send a telepathic reminder to Qin Han.

Hurry up, don't fall for it. Liu Qingyan will have to endure far more hardships than you will face in the future.

But after thinking about it, he still didn't do it.

Things have developed to this point, let's just wait and see.

"Since Miss Liu is willing to trust me, then let me apply the medicine for you."

Qin Han stepped forward with the medicine and, seeing Liu Qingyan trying to turn over, instructed her:

"Miss Liu, there's no need for that. This will do just fine."

"Alright, the application is finished here, Miss Liu. Now I need to elevate your leg for a bit..."

"Miss Liu needs to spread her legs a little, otherwise the cream might not reach the target area."

"Sorry, sorry, I wasn't looking, that's why I accidentally bumped into it..."

"This is such a big cut, the wound is too deep, we need to apply more wound medicine."

Inside the cave, a flurry of activity was underway.

Perhaps the application of the wound ointment aggravated the injury, because although Liu Qingyan was enduring it, she still occasionally let out soft cries of pain, and her breathing became noticeably uneven.

Qin Han closed his eyes, leaving only a very thin slit, which did not significantly affect his vision.

However, at this moment, this scene did indeed make him somewhat restless.

It's been quite a while since I helped the girl rescued from the mountain stronghold to cure her poison.

One must taste the marrow to know its flavor.

Now, Liu Qingyan before him could undoubtedly be described in one word.

A rare beauty.

Without realizing it, Qin Han's breathing became a little heavier.

Suddenly, an idea flashed through his mind.

"We might need her later, so why not use her to test the medicine?"