C3 A Superpower from the Spirit Pill

Lin Feng's public presentation of a rose to Chen Jiayi, followed by an embrace and a kiss, certainly wasn't a display of affection. After all, he didn't even know who she was. His actions were a calculated response to the humiliation he'd suffered at the hands of Zhao Yunfei and Lee Siyu. Zhao Yunfei had claimed that no girl could ever fall for a poor guy like him, so Lin Feng decided to prove him wrong by giving a rose to a beautiful girl—right in front of him—and not just any girl, but one who was far more attractive than Lee Siyu, dozens of times over. It was the perfect revenge.

Once he'd left the school gates, Lin Feng set out to find the old man. He sought him out because he had predicted Lee Siyu's betrayal and her infatuation with a wealthy suitor, a prediction that had come true. The old man had shown himself to be a sage with foresight, a true master in disguise. However, upon returning to the old man's usual spot, Lin Feng was met with his absence. A sense of loss washed over him. Had the old man truly returned to Zhongnan Mountain?

Without thinking, Lin Feng reached into his pocket and pulled out the small box the old man had given him. "Take this spirit pill, and you'll be invulnerable to sickness. The spirit energy within will fortify your body, turning you into an unparalleled master. Once the spirit energy unblocks all the acupoints in your body, you'll see things invisible to others and uncover every secret this world holds," the old man had told him. At the time, Lin Feng was skeptical, but now, he was a believer. Yet, with the old man gone, there was no chance for further inquiry.

Determined, Lin Feng decided to find a quiet place to examine the spirit pill he'd been given. Shortly thereafter, in the modest confines of a budget hotel room, he sat on the bed and opened the small box. An unusual, fragrant aroma wafted out, invigorating him instantly. Inside the box lay a black pill, the size of a thumb. Lin Feng placed the pill in his mouth, and before he could even think to chew, it dissolved on his tongue.

The substance flowed smoothly down his throat, bringing a warm and comforting sensation. Eventually, it made its way into his Dantian. Suddenly, his tranquil Dantian roiled like a tempestuous sea. Lin Feng heard a thunderous roar within it, leaving him utterly astonished, unsure of what was unfolding.

An infinite surge of Qi burst forth from his Dantian, coursing through his meridians and permeating every bone in his body in an instant. The potent Qi relentlessly purified his bone marrow as it rushed through his meridians, which he could feel expanding and growing more resilient. His bones and muscles emitted odd sounds as they became increasingly robust.

As his physical form and meridians fortified, Lin Feng sensed the acupoints throughout his body being progressively unblocked by the Qi. Each acupoint released a distinct popping noise. When the Qi had opened every aperture in his body, he was met with a deafening boom.

All at once, a symphony of sounds enveloped him—the city's honking, the ocean's waves, the calls of seagulls, the howling wind, the cries of eagles, the thunder of hooves across the grasslands. It was as though the world's cacophony had converged upon him. His hearing had transcended to an extraordinary level.

Next, his sense of smell intensified to an unparalleled degree. The odors of gasoline emissions, the briny scent of the sea, the aroma of flowers carried by the wind, and the fresh air of the grasslands—all filled his nostrils. It was as if his nose could now discern an array of fragrances.

Yet, even more astonishing were his eyes. As his pupils contracted, he could see eagles soaring in the sky, horses galloping across the grasslands, endless mountain ranges, and the vast expanse of the sea. It was as though he could behold every magnificent vista in the world with a single gaze. Then, just as quickly as they had appeared, the visions vanished.

Lin Feng was snapped back to reality, struggling to articulate his amazement. His eyes, nose, and ears seemed to have undergone a transformation. He could see, hear, and smell a myriad of things. Could it be true, as the old man had said? After consuming the spirit pill, had the spirit energy unlocked all the acupoints in his body, allowing him to perceive things invisible to others? Lin Feng was brimming with questions.

Given his ability to see things invisible to others, could he catch a glimpse of Lee Siyu and Zhao Yunfei? What were they up to at the moment?

As this question crossed his mind, his pupils shrank, and a wondrous vision unfolded before him—a dazzling, opulent hotel materialized.

Inside, Lee Siyu and Zhao Yunfei were seated, savoring a Western meal. They lifted their glasses in a toast and sipped their wine. With half a glass of red wine consumed, a rosy flush colored Lee Siyu's cheeks, her eyes and brows exuding an added allure.

Setting down his glass, Zhao Yunfei remarked, "I can't believe how audacious Lin Feng is. To openly show such disrespect to Chen Jiayi in front of everyone—he's truly gone too far!"

Lee Siyu appeared disinterested in discussing Lin Feng. "Yunfei, let's drop the subject. Tonight is about our date," she suggested.

Catching on, Zhao Yunfei offered a smile and agreed, "You're right, let's not waste our evening on him. We're here to enjoy ourselves."

Blushing, Lee Siyu playfully chided, "You're terrible."

Internally, Lin Feng berated, "What an act she puts on!"

It was clear now; the innocence she once projected around him was nothing but a charade.

After mentally rebuking her, Lin Feng's thoughts drifted to the Chen Jiayi that Zhao Yunfei had just mentioned. Why did that name ring so familiar?

Then it hit him—Chen Jiayi was the renowned beauty of Jiangnan University. She hailed from one of Jiangnan City's most influential families, with a background that was intimidatingly prestigious.

Lin Feng was stunned. That explained the flicker of recognition when he had encountered Chen Jiayi at the university gates. The person he had kissed was none other than the top belle of Jiangnan University, Chen Jiayi.

A wave of panic washed over him as he realized the gravity of the situation. "I'm in deep trouble," he thought to himself.