Developing Potential

Li Ruoxuan was about to speak, but Xiaoyu had already positioned herself next to Chen Mo.

At this moment, Xiaoyu felt like she wanted to find a hole to hide in. She had treated this like a pit of honey and exposed everything without giving any thought to the consequences. Did she really want all of this to happen?

"I'll go to the restroom with Ruoxuan." Xiaoyu said, not daring to meet Chen Mo's eyes, and she quickly pulled Li Ruoxuan away from the study area.

"Xiaoyu, I feel like you're trying to kill me here." Li Ruoxuan felt a bit flustered after being caught by Xiaoyu. She glanced back at Chen Mo and said, "Remember, the answer earlier was from your own 'discovery,' or else someone will really kill me. You owe me one, okay?"

Chen Mo hadn't expected that things would take such a turn. However, Li Ruoxuan words helped him gain some insight into Xiaoyu character.

Collecting himself, Chen Mo continued to focus on the book in his hands. At present, he was at his best, and he embraced a studious mindset more than anything else.

Not long after, Xiaoyu returned to her seat alone, and her face was slightly rosy.

"If you don't want to talk about her, it's okay," Chen Mo said with a gentle smile.

"She's really great, but unfortunately, the last piece of information wasn't revealed to me."

As soon as Chen Mo mentioned this, Xiaoyu blush intensified, reaching her ears. She quickly turned her attention back to her book.

Chen Mo smiled and returned to his own reading.

Throughout the morning, he read ten books on drug illustrations and pharmacological analysis. With this progress, he had now covered a total of sixteen books, including the six professional books he had read the night before. Shu Lao had mentioned that studying a hundred science and engineering books would grant him a technology. This prospect was undoubtedly a significant temptation.

Furthermore, he already know all the required drugs for developing the technology.

After dinner, Chen Mo accompanied Xiaoyu back to the dormitory. Instead of returning to his own dormitory, he left the school premises.

After dinner, Chen Mo escorted Xiaoyu back to the dormitory. Instead of returning to his own room, he left the campus.

Having acquired the "Low-level Human Potential Development Technology," he couldn't wait to examine it. The technology contained methods for developing human potential, as well as prescriptions and instructions for usage. Although the idea of developing potential seemed somewhat eerie, he knew he couldn't perform these experiments within the dormitory. It was necessary to rent a separate place outside the campus to avoid drawing unwanted attention.

Renting near Binhai University was quite expensive. A one-bedroom, one-living room, and one-bathroom apartment cost 1300 yuan or $179.20 a month. However, there was a small advantage in choosing this option. It was an unused room in someone else's home, fully furnished, with a bathtub in the bathroom that would facilitate his medicinal baths.(note: Even though the number doesn't make any sense, it is important to note that this novel was released over five years ago.)

After paying two months' rent and a deposit, Chen Mo checked his bank account balance and felt a bit distressed. He realized that he would need to find ways to make money in the future otherwise, he would not be able to fully exploit the potential of his extraordinary brain and the technology library.

Once the room was clean and ready, Chen Mo headed to the nearby Chinese medicine market to purchase the herbs he needed for his experiments.

The rent left him feeling disheartened, and the cost of the medicinal herbs added to his financial woes. The already meager balance became even more tragic.

For the low-level human potential development, It is a single-use medicine, not something he needs to use repeatedly to maintain his dosage. However, for the medicinal bath, three doses were required. Since he was just starting out, the quantity of drugs needed was not too high, and they were relatively common. Otherwise, he would have struggled to find enough of the necessary herbs.

After purchasing the medicinal materials, he acquired two bags containing 32 different types of drugs, amounting to over 10 kilograms. He proceeded to grind all the herbs into powder according to the specified quantities and requirements documented in the technology.

Processing over 10 kilograms of powder cost him more than 1,500 yuan, which was why he felt distressed about the expenses.

Returning to the rental house, he followed the instructions and boiled some of the medicine while putting another portion into the bathtub and adding hot water. The process took more than an hour before he finally prepared the medicinal bath.

Looking at the black oil and braving the steam of the medicinal bath, Chen Mo couldn't help but swallow as if ingesting a small insect, like a thirsty person gulping down water after being deprived for a long time.

The sight of the medicinal soup was somewhat intimidating. If it weren't for the fact that it was prepared in the Science and Technology Library, he wouldn't have had the faintest idea of what it contained.

After hastily removing his clothes, Chen Mo hesitated for a moment before finally stepping into the bathtub.

Hiss...

The scalding hot medicinal bath caused his eyes to widen, and he sucked in a sharp breath, almost jumping out of the tub in response.

According to the records, these medicines were refined to produce a substance that activates the body's potential and forms a potent medicine.

Without extraction equipment, the process could only be rudimentary.

What kind of mysterious science was this?

Despite the intense heat, Chen Mo quickly immersed himself in the bathtub. His skin turned red from the burning sensation, and the sweat on his forehead mingled with the bath.

Before long, an overwhelming fatigue overcame him, and he fell asleep in the bathtub.

When Chen Mo finally regained consciousness, he found himself facing the massive door of the science and technology library. Without hesitation, he pushed open the door.

"Shu Lao, did it work? I felt like I had fallen into a pool of hot sewage," Chen Mo said with a bitter expression, "Is it supposed to be this uncomfortable?"

"Of course, it's not a spa. It's a potent medicine. Comfort and fragrance are not what you should expect," Shu Lao replied. "The heat helps to relax your pores, allowing your skin to absorb the substances that stimulate your potential more effectively. It also promotes blood circulation, distributing the effects throughout your body."

"Well, that sounds reasonable." Chen Mo scratched his head. "Have there been any changes when I woke up?"

"You'll see the effects once you exit." Shu Lao said. "Next, you'll need to use the equipment to adapt to your newfound strength. Just follow the instructions."

"Understood."

Engaging in a conversation with Shu Lao, Chen Mo closed the book and left the science and technology library.

As he walked through the golden gate, Chen Mo, who had been lying in the bathtub, slowly opened his eyes. A strong medicinal aroma wafted into his nostrils, instantly waking him up.

Sitting up in the bathtub, he noticed that the bath was still black, but the intense heat had dissipated.

After rinsing off the residual medicine from his body, Chen Mo noticed a remarkable change. His body had grown slightly taller, with well-defined, smooth lines that gave a comfortable and attractive appearance. Tightening his muscles, He witnessed them bulging beneath the skin, emanating masculinity.

Feeling that the newly acquired power was not yet under control, Chen Mo knew he had to undergo training to adapt to these newfound abilities, as stated in the book.

"Looking as handsome as ever." Chen Mo smiled narcissistically, admiring himself in the mirror after changing into his clothes.

Once he tidied up the bathroom, he left the rental house and headed to the gym near the school, using his membership card. After a satisfying meal, he rushed back to the library.

The library was crowded on a weekend night, but Chen Mo managed to find a seat in the self-study area next to Xiao Yu. As he sat down, Xiao Yu turned her head and noticed a difference in Chen Mo's appearance. His eyes seemed to have a newfound charm.

"Do you feel like I'm getting more handsome?" Chen Mo whispered to Xiao Yu with a smirk.

Upon hearing his words, Xiao Yu smiled softly, not taking his narcissism to heart, and continued to focus on her studies. However, when Xiao Yu smiled, Chen Mo sensed the envious and jealous glances from the people around them.

Knowing it wasn't the appropriate place for such conversations, Chen Mo shifted his attention to computer science and programming books.

His financial situation was becoming tight, and he knew he had to find a way to make money. Having a sharp intellect and a talent for learning gave him an advantage in grasping concepts quickly and effectively.

In this era, the internet was the fastest way to earn money, but it required a mastery of computer technology as a prerequisite.