Chapter 316: Enhancement
Chapter 316: Enhancement
Chen Chuan felt a sudden darkness before him, followed by a cold, slippery sensation, and a force enveloping him, pushing him deeper into the darkness."
With just a slide, he found himself in a slightly more spacious area, but within moments, the powerful muscles around him instinctively began to contract and compress.
He instantly felt his entire body being bound and squeezed by a resilient force that continued to tighten. Due to the inability to stretch his limbs, he had to rely on the innate strength of his altered tissues to withstand the pressure from all directions.
Fortunately, he could still breathe a certain amount of oxygen here, likely a consideration made during the cultivation of this biological tool.
However, due to the compressing force, each breath was laborious, prompting his altered tissues to instinctively sense danger and respond accordingly.
Soon, he felt a substantial secretion within his serpent body, a self-nourishing substance produced by the serpent cocoon itself, along with the medication he had ingested beforehand. These substances would permeate his bloodstream, providing him with the necessary nutrients to prevent exhaustion or fatal consequences from excessive energy expenditure.
He could clearly sense that under this pervasive pressure, his altered tissues in his muscles and internal organs were desperately absorbing, striving to become stronger to counter the external threat.
However, he found this permeable absorption process" to be too slow, inadequate to satisfy the needs of his altered tissues. Therefore, he simultaneously activated his internal breathing technique, engaging his skin in the breathing process to enhance absorption.
Outside the glass wall, Zou Handan observed the serpent cocoon, which had been in a dormant state since its self-incubation. Once a foreign object entered its abdomen, the stimulation would trigger rapid self-growth.
From start to finish, the theoretical lifespan of the serpent cocoon was three days, or seventy-two hours. After this period, its vitality would be completely depleted.
During its growth, the serpent cocoon would stimulate the service recipient comprehensively. Under the dual effects of medication and permeable compression, the recipient's internal organs and muscles would undergo passive resistance, gradually strengthening in the process.
Based on previous service recipients, they had to emerge within one to two days.
Inside the serpent cocoon, every moment was a test of physical and mental endurance, especially in the cramped, lightless space, which could leave a profound psychological impact.
If not for the service recipient being a brawler with considerable willpower, an ordinary person might endure physically but would likely succumb mentally within half a minute.
However, emerging early wasn't entirely negative. In theory, the longer one stayed, the greater the benefits. Yet, the human body had its limits, especially in absorbing nutrients at a rate that struggled to keep up with the expenditure. There had been cases of fainting or near-fatal incidents due to over-exertion, so they always reminded clients to exercise caution and not exceed their limits.
Observing the situation, Chen Chuan hadn't requested field monitoring for this client. He wasn't sure of the specifics but estimated that two days would likely be the limit.
Within the serpent cocoon, Chen Chuan now felt the squeezing pressure gradually intensifying, as if any hesitation might result in his bones being crushed.
This was because the serpent cocoon was in rapid growth, amplifying its strength and resilience. Moreover, this biological tool adapted to the ingested object, and a stronger service recipient would stimulate it to release more vitality.
However, he believed this external pressure was beneficial, forcing his altered tissues to continuously enhance themselves and absorb nutrients, an effect he couldn't achieve with his usual post-medication self-training.
Time passed quickly, and a day had gone by.
Recently, his prolonged training with Zheng Laoshi, and his battles with Zhao Qian, Moonblade, and others, had extended his second self's overlapping time to three days and five hours, sufficient to endure this service period.
Zou Handan observed from outside, his expression turning solemn. The serpent cocoon wasn't incapable of interruption; if it sensed the "foreign object" in its abdomen weakening in resistance, it would reduce the pressure,
This was the moment for the service recipient to recover. Medicinal liquid would permeate from the outside, repairing the recipient's damaged bodily tissues caused by previous resistance, allowing the client to rest. Once sufficiently rested and their energy restored, the serpent cocoon would stimulate and repeat the previous process.
However, this time, there seemed to be no interruption, which in past cases, wasn't a positive sign, often indicating the service recipient's determination to endure. Most injuries and fainting incidents among service recipients occurred in such situations.
Despite the agreement stating that any consequences were the service recipient's responsibility, Chen Chuan, introduced by Cao Guiqi, currently maintained a good relationship with Green Bag Jade Workshop. He didn't want to invite future trouble.
So, he instructed the staff to intervene immediately upon detecting any abnormalities and terminate the process, while he would attend to another client under his care.
The remaining staff, understanding the potential importance of this client, watched anxiously, ready to act at any moment.
Another day has passed. After a brief half-hour rest, Zou Handan, having taken stimulant drugs, reappeared in front of the glass wall and inquired about the situation with the staff.
Chen Chuan has been in the Serpent Cocoon for forty-eight hours now. Typically, a brawler would have reached their limit by this point, but Chen Chuan seemed to be holding on.
Since there were no abnormalities, he could only continue to wait.
At this moment, the serpent's body, under Chen Chuan's resistance, had become even stronger and more robust than before. Within three days, it would unleash all its vitality before completing its service and dying.
So, by the end of the last day, its entire body seemed to have been drained of moisture, transforming from robust to withered, and gradually shrinking.
Chen Chuan felt a slight relief from the external pressure. The resilient muscles that enveloped his body seemed to have suddenly disappeared.
He struggled slightly, extending both hands, effortlessly piercing through the skin and flesh that had almost crushed him. Then, with a forceful pull, he tore open the entire restraint.
He stepped out, only to find a single withered and dried serpent skin around him. The serpent's supporting skeleton had become like rotten branches under his feet, crumbling into dust with each step.
He took a deep breath and carefully sensed his body.
Over these three days, his muscles and internal organs had undergone repeated compression and training, resisting and repairing themselves. As a result, his muscles and internal organs had both been strengthened and enhanced.
The effects were quite remarkable.
As the external stimulation had not yet subsided, the xenomorphic structures were still utilizing the residual drug effects to self-strengthen. It seemed this process would continue for some time.
He slightly stretched his limbs and followed the passage back to his room. After a quick shower, he changed into his original clothes, put on the Boundary Vessel, and took the Snow Lady Sword.
Outside, Zou Handan was waiting and politely asked, "Mr. Chen, are you satisfied with the service provided by our cult?"
Chen Chuan nodded and asked, "Can your cult continue to provide this service?"
Zou Handan replied, "Yes, it is possible, but unfortunately, due to limited serpent production, there is only one quota per month. If you book now, it will be available next month."
Chen Chuan said, "Then I'll book it in advance."
Zou Handan said, "Certainly. For clients who have used our service once, we will prioritize their bookings. You should be able to secure a spot in the early part of next month, Mr. Chen."
Chen Chuan glanced outside and asked, "When I arrived, I didn't see any other customers, did I?"
Zou Handan smiled and explained, "We highly value our customers' privacy. We schedule appointments at different times to avoid overlaps. Our Serpent Sect's residence near Chaocai Lake can accommodate numerous customers."
He continued, "We have many entertainment options near Chaocai Lake and Wave Split Valley. Mr. Chen, if you're not in a hurry, you can rest and relax here."
Chen Chuan declined, "No, I have other matters to attend to. I'll be leaving now."
"Certainly, we welcome you to visit us again, Mr. Chen." Zou Handan turned to Lin Yingzi, standing beside him, and said, "Please see Mr. Chen off."
Chen Chuan nodded, and together with Lin Yingzi, they walked through the glass passageway, boarded the sightseeing car, and returned to the parking lot. He drove away in his Gard.
During the journey, he first sent a message to Gao Ming, informing him of his departure. Then, he contacted Lu Fang, "Lu Fang, I've completed my task. How are things on your end?"
Lu Fang said, "I've been observing Zhao Qian's residence these past few days, and it seems there's someone living inside."
"Someone is living there?"
Chen Chuan pondered for a moment, "Is it someone Zhao Qian arranged to guard the house?"
Lu Fang replied, "I'm not sure, but I've noticed that the person inside orders nutritional salve from Longde Food daily, and a delivery person brings it. It's unusual because typical security personnel wouldn't do this. Moreover, instead of buying in bulk, they request daily deliveries, which is quite strange."
Chen Chuan thought for a moment. Longde Food is a sponsor of Wu Yi, providing nutritional salve specifically for brawlers. Ordinary people can't consume it due to its bland taste, and it's not cheap outside. This situation doesn't seem like a typical security guard.
Lu Fang added, "Wu Xiaoge told me that the biological field signal in that house changes daily, indicating the presence of a field creature inside. Regardless of the identity of the inhabitant, they undoubtedly possess resonance technology."
He emphasized, "Junior Brother, both Wu Xiaoge and I believe there's something hidden there. Perhaps we can truly find clues inside."
After a brief contemplation, Chen Chuan said, "Senior Brother Lu, don't rush into action yet. Wait for me to join you tonight."
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(End of Chapter)
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