After a series of golden lights flashed in Zhao Xiyue's eyes, Zhang Chen could clearly feel the energy within her surge significantly.
"I... I actually leaped to the second stage of intermediate evolution in one go!" Zhao Xiyue exclaimed in surprise.
"Hmm, not bad, but far from enough!"
"I'll teach you a few more acupoint techniques and a set of fist forms. Comprehend them well yourself!"
As Zhang Chen spoke, he slowly raised his hand. Just as he was about to touch Zhao Xiyue's body, he hesitated and then added,
"You need to carefully experience the location of the acupoint, the force, the energy input, and the sensation. This way, you'll master it faster!"
Zhao Xiyue nodded and said,
"I will learn diligently. Go ahead!"
Zhang Chen reached out and pressed a point on her body, causing her to immediately go limp and collapse. Fortunately, Zhang Chen was prepared and caught her in his arms.
"When facing a strong opponent, you need to inject more energy into this acupoint. The purpose is to temporarily block the target's internal energy flow!"
"Whether it's a mutated creature or a monster, to exert great power or use skills, it inevitably involves internal circulation. Therefore, by pressing this acupoint, you can immediately incapacitate the opponent!"
"However, the duration of paralysis will vary depending on the difference in strength between the two parties. Remember this!"
Zhao Xiyue blinked, indicating she understood. She could barely move a finger, let alone nod.
"Alright, try it on me!"
After saying this, Zhang Chen pressed another point on Zhao Xiyue, and she immediately regained her mobility.
*Thud!*
Zhao Xiyue, following suit, pressed a point on Zhang Chen.
"Hmm... the position is about right, but the energy input is insufficient. Again!" Zhang Chen said.
*Thud!*
Zhao Xiyue carefully recalled the force, speed, and energy input Zhang Chen had used when he touched her. She took a deep breath and pressed again.
"This time the force and energy input are correct. Just shift the position about 3 millimeters to the left, and it'll be perfect!" Zhang Chen praised with a nod.
"Okay, I'll try again... Will it feel very uncomfortable for you if I press you?" Zhao Xiyue asked hesitantly.
"Your touch is like a tickle. Even if you try your best, I'll be fine. Continue!" Zhang Chen said with a smile.
"Okay..."
Zhao Xiyue nodded and continued to practice. It was evident she was highly perceptive and very diligent. Soon, she had mastered the acupoints Zhang Chen had taught her for paralyzing enemies, vital points, and points for sealing energy output.
Afterward, she learned a set of fist forms from Zhang Chen. Zhang Chen had learned this set of fist forms from Qing Feng and was now teaching it. It wasn't enough to just know the moves; it required repeated practice to increase proficiency and then applying it on the battlefield for improvement.
Finally, Zhang Chen gave Zhao Xiyue his Energy Gathering Armor and Thousand Bone Saber. These items held no significance for Zhang Chen anymore. His body, infused with meteor energy, was tougher than any armor and sharper than any weapon!
"If you give these to me, what about you?" Zhao Xiyue said emotionally.
She had seen this armor and weapon before. Zhang Chen had carried them since the first stage of the apocalypse. As they were continuously strengthened in the later stages, their power also gradually increased. Now Zhang Chen was giving them all to her?! This made Zhao Xiyue feel very uneasy.
"I no longer need them. It's better to give them to someone who needs them than to let them gather dust," Zhang Chen said nonchalantly.
"Thank you..." Zhao Xiyue lowered her head, unsure how to express her gratitude.
"These things are truly nothing, completely useless to me!"
"Let's go, we should set off soon and try to reach the fifth walled city before dark!" Zhang Chen said with a smile, patting Zhao Xiyue's slender shoulder.
"Yes, okay!" Zhao Xiyue nodded forcefully and followed behind Zhang Chen.
A few minutes later, the two arrived at the tunnel entrance. Qian Xinxin had already been waiting for over two hours. However, she wasn't foolish enough to stand by the tunnel entrance waiting. Instead, she had set up a parasol, leisurely sat on a lounge chair, tasting fine wine while reading a book. Beside her, two beautiful women were attending to her, one pouring wine and the other holding the book and turning the pages.
"You're here? I thought you might take even longer. I'm not in any hurry at all!" Qian Xinxin said, being helped to her feet by the two beauties. The belongings behind her were immediately put into rings by the women, and the site was cleaned up perfectly.
Zhang Chen realized Qian Xinxin was speaking sarcastically but didn't mind. His original intention was to take this person with him to prevent any mischief while he was away. As long as his objective was achieved, he didn't care how Qian Xinxin acted.
Seeing that Zhang Chen wasn't paying attention to her, Qian Xinxin's gaze shifted to Zhao Xiyue. Her expression froze for a moment.
"Such rapid progress? Her strength has increased by at least two or three stages!"
"To achieve such a significant improvement in just two hours?" Qian Xinxin exclaimed.
"Yes... Brother Chen... he's amazing..." Zhao Xiyue felt her cheeks flush, as her strength was improved with Zhang Chen's help, not by her own ability.
"What? Zhang Chen actually... can do this?" Qian Xinxin was filled with shock. She thought to herself, Is Zhang Chen this powerful? As long as there's intimate contact with him... it can increase strength?
Zhao Xiyue's progression from a high-stage transformer to an intermediate or even advanced evolutioner was a leap that any survivor dreamed of. If it were her, wouldn't she be able to easily step into the ranks of the extraordinary and become a leader among all轮回者 (reincarnators)?
"Let's go, we're departing!" Zhang Chen walked into the tunnel first, with Zhao Xiyue closely following. Qian Xinxin stood still for a moment, then smiled slightly and followed them with a graceful stride.
"Are we going to walk all the way to the fifth walled city like this?" Qian Xinxin asked curiously. If that were the case, let alone by dark, it might not even be possible in a month.
"Of course not by walking. I just wanted to get a direct feel for the space within this tunnel!"
"Now that I've felt it, we can set off!"
As soon as Zhang Chen finished speaking, he slowly levitated into the air. Subsequently, Zhao Xiyue and Qian Xinxin's feet also involuntarily left the ground. Zhao Xiyue was wearing jeans, but Qian Xinxin was in a very short skirt. Floating in mid-air, as the tunnel wind blew, it felt a bit chilly.
"Alright, let's go!" As Zhang Chen's voice fell, the three of them instantly flew forward at high speed.