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Yu Chen was just an ordinary student, quietly supporting his mother and younger sister in a world that never stopped demanding more. But everything changed the day the skies darkened, and an unknown planet appeared near Earth.

A devastating infection swept the globe, and one in every three humans became a zombie overnight.

As cities fell and chaos ruled, survivors awakened to strange powers through a mysterious system—a last chance to fight back against extinction.

But Yu Chen was different.

He received a unique class, unlike anything others possessed—granting him the power to create an Internal World, a hidden sanctuary where people could live, grow, and survive. With stats far beyond the average awakened and the ability to copy abilities from others, Yu Chen became humanity’s unexpected hope.

Yet, his goal isn’t fame or power.

His mission is simple: protect his family and build a new future away from this broken world—even if he must face monsters, betrayals, and impossible odds.

In a world where survival is a daily battle, Yu Chen will carve his own path—one built on love, strength, and the will to rewrite destiny.

Living body in apocalypse

Chapter: Tactical Instinct – Choosing the Right Power

Standing in the shadow of the crumbling hotel lobby, Yu Chen opened the glowing interface of the System Shop, his breath shallow with excitement. The countless rows of skills, abilities, and enhancements were dazzling—names pulsing with mystery, prices shimmering in hues of gold and crimson.

>  "There are many skills and helping abilities…" Chen whispered. "But my PP isn't high. That's why I can't even afford a single S-rank right now."

His eyes lingered on some of the most tempting abilities:

Orgone Burst (A) – a powerful energy shockwave.

Pheromone Influence (A) – perfect for control or negotiation.

Vital Drain (A+) – ideal for converting enemy power to his own.

Internal Harmony (A) – synergy with his unique body and Parasite skill.

>  "These work best with my Parasite ability…" Chen thought, scanning the flickering panels. "But I don't want to risk my partners… I promised I'd protect them. I won't send them out to fight or expose them. Not unless absolutely necessary."

His fingers hovered above the purchase icons.

>  "I'm not strong. I never was. I avoid direct battle. What I need is safety—escape—utility."

>  "I'll buy Phantom Dash (A)—it'll help me dodge and escape when things go wrong. And Internal Harmony (A)—it'll boost my PP generation while everyone stays safe inside me. That's enough… for now."

>   [ Congratulations, Host has purchased: ]

[ Internal Harmony (A): Increases PP gain by 50% when partners are inside and stable. ]

[ Phantom Dash (A): Instantly teleport 5 meters in any direction. Cooldown: 10 seconds. Can be chained with Stealth. ]

"This is the path I chose. Not brute strength—but calculation. Speed. Control."

He looked at the flickering "Unavailable" tags on higher-tier abilities and swore under his breath.

>  "One day, I'll get Vital Drain and Orgone Burst. When my PP crosses 1000, I'll make sure I never fall behind again."

Closing the interface, he slipped into the darkness of the hotel's broken rooms, activating Stealth Mode, and curled into the shadowed corner of a mattress-less bed. His breathing slowed as night took over.