Chapter 34: The Use of the Golden Talent

Chapter 34: The Use of the Golden Talent

After a brief conversation, Siegfried and Chase left. Continuing the previous topic could be dangerous, as one never knew when a Judas Launcher might suddenly appear.

With Siegfried gone, only Fu Hua and Chase remained in the ward.

Sunlight streamed through the window, caressing the green plants on the windowsill, then entering the room and casting a warm ambiance over the monotonous ward.

"Master Fu Hua, have I reached the Dust-Free Realm?" Chase asked.

"Based on your current mental response, it seems so," Fu Hua nodded. "You have remarkable talent. Even though it was a reckless move, you entered the Dust-Free Realm in just a few days."

"I should prepare a gift for your breakthrough, but it happened so suddenly, and your coma was unexpected. I'll take care of your condition before preparing the gift," Fu Hua said with a hint of helplessness.

Nevertheless, entering the Dust-Free Realm in just a few days! Fu Hua found it truly extraordinary.

It was as if her martial arts were tailor-made for him. Perhaps the term "genius" no longer sufficed, and "monster" was more fitting.

"What are the signs of the Dust-Free Realm?" Chase asked.

"The heart lake solidifies into ice, and thoughts are swept away without leaving a trace," Fu Hua explained.

Upon hearing this, Chase displayed a perplexed expression, as if a naive child was learning obscure and difficult knowledge or a construction worker suddenly understanding architectural blueprints during the final stages.

"What's wrong? Is there an issue with your mental state?" Fu Hua noticed his confusion and inquired with concern.

Breaking through the mental state hastily might affect the realm of the sword. Fu Hua had doubts about the correctness of her actions because she had never experienced such a situation.

Breaking through the mental state was supposed to be a gradual process, but Chase forced his breakthrough under critical circumstances. If it would affect subsequent mental states, it was somewhat justifiable.

"I don't understand; it's just different from what you told me, Master," Chase shook his head, his expression conflicted and complex, as if making a crucial decision.

"Master, can you enter my mental state and take a look for me?" Chase finally asked.

Fu Hua was taken aback by the request. While she was genuinely curious about Chase's mental state, and possessing the key to consciousness, Fenghuang Down, she indeed had the ability to enter others' mental states. However, opening up his mental state to her directly—was it really okay?

Even though Fu Hua had a debt of gratitude towards Chase, it had only been a few days. Moreover, her motives were not purely benevolent; she served as Otto's half eye to observe Chase's condition.

Once she entered his mental state, she would know everything about Chase's current state.

Fu Hua's integrity prevented her from engaging in the unauthorized exploration of others' mental states.

However, now that Chase had actively requested it, Fu Hua found herself in a dilemma.

What should she do?

"I trust you, Master." Just as Fu Hua hesitated, Chase's voice came slowly.

Fu Hua looked at him, and at this moment, the sunlight fell perfectly on the young man's face, adding a touch of warmth to his smile.

In his eyes, Fu Hua saw determination and trust.

Do you trust me this much? But I'm just Otto's accomplice...

Fu Hua felt a complex emotion. She knew she shouldn't assist Otto, but she was bound by their deal, a transaction for the sake of Shenzhou.

"Master, I'm ready." Without giving Fu Hua a chance to refuse, Chase sat cross-legged on the bed and silently recited the Sword Heart mantra.

"...Moo...Ta La Li...Moo...Ruo Ku Luo..."

Chase entered his mental state again. The lake surface had frozen, appearing pristine and translucent. He stood on the frozen lake, his emotions calm, waiting for Fu Hua's arrival.

He needed a place to secretly talk to Fu Hua, and his mental state was just perfect for that.

As for why he wanted a private conversation with Fu Hua, the simulator's panel provided some insights.

[Due to the deal between Fu Hua and Otto, she had to investigate your details.]

[Fu Hua taught you for just one day, and you already entered the 'Still Water' state of the Sword Heart. Your talent surprised Fu Hua, casting doubt on the correctness of her actions.]

This was getting interesting.

These two pieces of information gave Chase many clues.

Fu Hua was affiliated with Otto, but not entirely.

Fu Hua and Otto did not share the same goals; everything was based on their transaction.

Although Chase had only interacted with Fu Hua for a few days, her sincere and responsible attitude seemed genuine. Her kind and straightforward nature appeared authentic.

So, Chase took a bold gamble. If he won, he gained a powerful ally. If he lost, he might face Otto's retaliation again.

But if Otto chose to hypnotize him again, that was now impossible.

Reflecting on his emotions and recalling the moments with Sirin, he said firmly, "Sirin, I'll protect you. I promise. So, I won't be controlled again."

"Golden Talent: One Promise Weigh Thousand Gold Coins: You highly value the promises you make. Sometimes, you prioritize promises over your life. You won't break a promise unless you fall. Remark 1: Your commitment has gained recognition from an unknown existence..."

Remark 2: "Your resistance at the spiritual level has greatly increased. In the mental realm, no one can harm you anymore."

Remark 3: "Your control over you at the physical level has significantly decreased. You are an unbridled wild horse."

The simulator's panel timely appeared, and Chase smiled as he saw it. Spiritual resistance? Anything you want!

In the current activation of "One Promise Weigh Thousand Gold Coins," he understood how to use the Golden Talent.

The first time, during the escape from the Babylon Laboratory, his commitment was too vague, and the talent couldn't fully exert its effect. It only ensured a smooth escape, but he later encountered pursuit from Fate during the escape. Perhaps this was due to the unconscious replacement of the commitment effect with "Protect Sirin."

The second time was when he faced the Joker and his gang with Sirin. The talent slightly glowed, giving him the ability to stand up again and face the Joker.

The third time was during the outing with Kiana. Kiana's unintentional words triggered the critical keyword of "One Promise Thousand Weigh Gold Coins," allowing him to break free from control.

Wasn't this a formidable power?

So he thought, and so it became.

However, because the commitment to "Protect Sirin" was fixed, any subsequent modifications had to be built upon this foundation.

Now, "Protect Sirin" was like the source code, and Chase, as the programmer, could only branch out but not uproot the root.

Everything had to start with "Protect Sirin," and the modifications had to be approved by the simulator to take effect.

Hence, the Golden Talent was truly remarkable, and the difference in quality was evident here.

The purple talent "Hacker" allowed him to effortlessly infiltrate any system, obtaining any information he desired, encrypted or not.

This was one of the genuine reasons why Chase could escape the Tower with Sirin initially.

Chase was initially puzzled: the purple talent "Hacker" was already so powerful, but the golden talent "One Promise Thousand Gold Coins" seemed to be inactive for a long time.

Now, Chase understood.

There were no inferior talents; there were only people who didn't know how to use them.