Chapter 108
Normal supernaturals possess only one type of ability, but there exist extremely rare cases of dual abilities.
The probability of this is even lower than that of spatial ability users.
In the case of spatial abilities, you might find one among five or six thousand people.
Dual-ability supernaturals are far more powerful than their peers; their crystals emit a constant stream of energy, continuously tempering the physical constitution of the ability user.
While dual-ability supernaturals dont have two crystals, the quality of their crystal is greatly enhanced, surpassing it by roughly two levels.
For example, a dual-ability user at the fifth level may not have the same quantity of energy within their crystal as a seventh-level crystal, but its quality matches that of a seventh-level crystal.
Of course, the tempering of a seventh-level crystal is superior to that of a fifth-level one.
Dual-ability supernaturals do not start with two abilities; they awaken only their first ability, just like normal individuals, with the second ability remaining concealed.
There are two ways to awaken the second ability.
The first is to be subjected to some form of stimulus, such as experiencing extreme emotional fluctuations.
The second way, for instance, if someone initially possesses lightning abilities and then gains fire abilities as their second ability, absorbing a sufficient amount of fire energy will aid in awakening the second ability.
In his past life, Chen Luo reached the King level and experimented with various abilities like Light, Dark, Thunder, Fire, Nature, and so on. He tried almost all of them but couldnt awaken any. There was one exceptional ability that he couldnt experiment with extensively because in the entire world, Chen Luo only encountered one person with that ability.
Even though he absorbed it, it seemed like nothing changed. Oh, and there was also the Prophecy ability, something Chen Luo had never seen in his past life.
Later on, Chen Luo gave up, thinking that he wasnt a dual-ability user. Dual-ability users were powerful, but they had a drawback they needed double the crystal energy to advance. The progression of dual-ability users was not fast; it remained at the same speed as it was originally. Abilities were about categories, and talent depended on ones constitution. Quick absorption by the crystal was the key.
While others could advance in a month, dual-ability users required two months. It seemed the later the awakening of the second ability, the better. That way, they wouldnt be constrained by the doubled energy requirement.
Chen Luo hadnt expected that the person before him, Xu Yang, was a dual-ability user who had successfully awakened his second ability. Xu Yang was also puzzled when did he learn to control fire?
It was a rare occurrence to meet a dual-ability user, but it was unfortunate that he was about to die at Chen Luos hands. What use was it to have such a rare ability if he intended to kill him?
In theory, Chen Luo should have nurtured Xu Yang, waiting for him to reach the fifth level, then he could obtain a seventh-level quality crystal, although it would contain less energy.
However, there were a couple of issues. Firstly, the growth was too slow. Secondly, everyone had their limits; some people reached the fourth level and couldnt continue to grow, no matter how much crystal energy they absorbed.
Xu Yang, holding both Thunder and Fire in his hands, though bewildered, quickly regained his composure. This was not the time to be bewildered.
Two days later, with the assistance of the sixth-level crystal, Rice successfully reached the fourth level of development.
Chen Luo quickly inquired, Rice, have you learned any new abilities? Or, can you see if anything is going to happen to me recently?
Rice pondered for a moment and replied, Youre at home every day. What could possibly happen to you?
Are you implying that Im just lazing around?
Its not guaranteed that leveling up will result in learning new abilities. Perhaps Rices perceptual abilities have improved, but its hard to tell.
The next morning, Chen Luo, as usual, held Rice and watched as the team members departed. However, Rices gaze was fixed on one person, and in an uncertain tone, it said, I have a feeling this person is going to die.
Chen Luo was taken aback. Previously, Rice could only sense the safety of people close to him. Now, it could sense unfamiliar people too?
To verify whether Rices prediction was accurate, Chen Luo decided to follow along personally.
The person who was being followed was a member of the Chen family named Xu Mingqing, a wind-element user. With Chen Luo following closely, the group became noticeably more cautious.
Chen Luo refrained from intervening and watched from behind.
The member who Rice had foretold the death of was Xu Mingqing. He stopped behind a tree, distancing himself slightly from the group. When Chen Luo looked up, he saw a zombie cat perched on the tree, confirming Rices prediction.
It was a black cat, hiding in the tree, and it was hard to notice without careful observation. It was about to pounce and wildly scratch Xu Mingqings face when Chen Luo swiftly swatted it away.
Xu Mingqing, still in shock, thanked Chen Luo.
Back at the base, the Thunderbolt King remained behind, imitating Chen Luo, and lay down on a rocking chair. Rice, on the other hand, settled on top of the Thunderbolt King.
The Thunderbolt King was quite displeased, thinking, Im practically becoming the dog of the Elder Dog, and now I have someone lying on top of me?
Rice said, Let me lie here for a while, and Ill have Chen Luo give you ten points.
The Thunderbolt King agreed, saying, Deal.
Suddenly, Rice coughed up blood and passed out.
Theres one more chapter coming, but it will be posted later, so stay tuned.