===Chapter 22: You're Still a Supernatural Being (Part 2)===

"Supernatural being?" The chubby neighbor was taken aback, instinctively looking around. "Where are the supernatural beings?"

"No, I made a mistake." Chen Yu casually brushed it off, but his gaze quickly scanned the neighbor up and down.

Just as he had guessed before.

The significant change in the "title" was much more powerful than a minor change in the "title"!

When he transformed from a "waste otaku" to an "extremely terrified waste otaku," only five replicable abilities burst forth from the neighbor.

But this time, when he transformed from a "waste otaku" to a "struggling youth," the skills that emerged from the neighbor's body amounted to more than ten!

[(F+ Level) Keen sense of smell: Able to discern the presence of ammonia in perfumes.]

[(E- Level) Poison resistance: Can try consuming a small amount of arsenic.]

[(E- Level) Agile fingers: Naturally suited for playing the piano, but what a waste.]

[(E+ Level) Superb vocal ability: A voice far superior to an ordinary person's! A natural tenor.]

[(F+ Level) Decent balance: Impressive physical balance for sports.]

[(D+ Level) (Green) Combat Superman: Exceptional coordination, muscle explosiveness, and reflexes beyond that of an ordinary person, combined to create unimaginable combat potential.]

[(F Level) Excellent filtration: This person's flatulence frequently lacks a foul odor. How is that achieved?]

[(B Level) (Red) Seed of Supernatural Ability: A seed that may awaken supernatural abilities at any time.]

[(E- Level) ...]

The densely packed words almost made Chen Yu's eyes blur.

He had never imagined that this seemingly "worthless" neighbor possessed such a multitude of talents.

Especially reaching the "B Level" with the "Seed of Supernatural Ability," which caught Chen Yu completely off guard.

It truly verified the saying: "If heaven creates talent, it must serve a purpose..."

The Seed of Supernatural Ability.

As the name suggests, it is a seed that gives a chance to awaken supernatural abilities.

In this world, almost all supernatural beings awaken extraordinary powers "unexplainably."

It cannot be stimulated through training.

Nor can it be selected through assessments.

Regardless of leaders who have made their mark in history or beggars scraping by in a corner, they all have the potential to comprehend supernatural abilities under certain stimuli.

And these "hidden talents" among the people are speculated by scholars to possess some kind of latent potential within them.

    And this latent potential was named the "Seed of Supernatural Ability."

That's the origin of the term "Seed of Supernatural Ability."

Who is destined to be an ordinary person?

Who harbors the "Seed of Supernatural Ability" within their bodies?

No one can know for sure.

But what can be determined is that even if someone has the "Seed of Supernatural Ability" within them, the probability of it being activated in their lifetime is very low.

Because the activation methods vary for each individual.

Perhaps it's triggered by being cuckolded out of jealousy.

Perhaps it's awakened due to the slaughter of one's entire family out of hatred.

Or maybe it's just a result of visiting a brothel once...

Therefore, whether a person has the "Seed of Supernatural Ability" or can awaken supernatural abilities is unpredictable in advance.

It is like "fate," something that cannot be clearly seen or touched.

And Chen Yu might be the first person in this world who can personally confirm whether someone has the "Seed of Supernatural Ability" or not...

"Yu... Yu Ge? What's wrong with you?" Sensing that Chen Yu's gaze was off, the chubby neighbor hesitated and asked, "Is there something on me?"

"Ah? No, no." Snapping back to reality from his thoughts, Chen Yu waved his hand again and then, without waiting any longer, extended his finger and clicked on the text box on the neighbor's chest—[(B Level) (Red) Seed of Supernatural Ability].

[(B Level) (Red) Seed of Supernatural Ability: A seed that may awaken supernatural abilities at any time.]

[Copy the ability of "Seed of Supernatural Ability"?]

[Yes/No]

Chen Yu clicked again.

[Confirm copying]

In the next moment, Chen Yu saw a red light shining on his own body as well.

Then he felt that something inside his body seemed different.

It's hard to describe what exactly is different.

It feels like a half-finished plane, uncomfortable but not too uncomfortable, with a hint of satisfaction but not completely satisfying...

And following the copying of the "Seed of Supernatural Ability," the text box floating around the chubby neighbor's body also retracted into him and disappeared completely.

"Just as I thought."

"A change in a single title can only copy one ability."

Chen Yu squinted his eyes.

He was glad that he didn't randomly choose an ability to copy the previous two times...

"What's on my clothes?" At this moment, the neighbor still looked puzzled, touching the place on his chest that Chen Yu had touched. "It's not dirty, is it?"

    Ignoring the neighbor, Chen Yu closed his eyes and carefully sensed the changes in his body. Then he opened his eyes and maliciously scrutinized the chubby neighbor.

In addition to the "Seed of Supernatural Ability," the neighbor had an impressive "skill" called "Superhuman Fighter."

Since a change in a single "title" can only copy one ability, Chen Yu wondered if he could revert the neighbor's "title" back to "Useless Otaku" like before and then make another "major change," would he be able to copy another ability?

It would be like "farming" instances, repeatedly doing it until graduation...

On the other hand, not understanding the purpose behind Chen Yu's strange behavior, the chubby neighbor scratched his head, poured himself another glass of Baijiu, and solemnly said, "Yu Ge, let me toast you again. I won't let you down. From now on, I won't be a 'Useless Otaku' anymore! I want to become a truly capable man!"

After speaking, he prepared to gulp down the drink but was abruptly stopped by the fidgety Chen Yu.

Neighbor: "?"

Chen Yu licked his lips and said, "You'd better go back to being a 'Useless Otaku.'"

Neighbor: "???"

...

The sky grew darker and darker.

Stepping out of the elevator and watching the disoriented and staggering chubby neighbor making his way back home, Chen Yu's "sadistic" heart couldn't help but stir.

Yes.

Chen Yu confessed the secret between him and the swimsuit girl to the neighbor.

He also showed the neighbor their chat records.

Words like "fatso," "loser," "I'm going to puke," "you have to pay more," and the like were scattered throughout the conversation, dealing a fatal blow to the chubby neighbor.

He learned that the swimsuit girl was only after money, playing him and Chen Yu for fools.

Tears uncontrollably streamed down his face.

Chen Yu added salt to the wound, saying, "The most suitable title for you is still 'Useless Otaku.' You're just a loser..."

The neighbor didn't touch a single bite of the hotpot that evening.

As for the remaining alcohol, he finished it in one gulp.

Then, he seemed to have "broken down" and followed Chen Yu like a walking corpse.

Until they reached home.

"Sigh."

    Watching the chubby neighbor disappear into his house, Chen Yu shook his head and sighed, "This kid, who could have done this to him?"

"..."

"Was it me?"

"No, it was fate."

Tutting, Chen Yu returned to his own home, closed the door, and took a refreshing hot shower.

Then he sat cross-legged on the bed, contemplating how to "awaken" the Seed of Supernatural Ability within his body.

This was the Seed of Supernatural Ability!

Once awakened, he would become the pinnacle of human society...

But as he pondered, Chen Yu couldn't control himself and got off the bed. He quietly opened the door, tiptoed to the chubby neighbor's door, and anxiously listened to the sounds inside.

"Ah! Ahh—"

"Phew—"

"Ah—"

Chen Yu: "..."

"They're watching adult videos? Well, that's fine then." Chen Yu went back.

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