157: "Gourmet Cell Diagnosis" Capabilities

Early in the morning, a ray of sunlight hit Lu Chuan's face.

He opened his eyes in a daze and lay in bed for a while.

After a moment, his stiff thoughts slowly began to move.

He had racked his brain last night, and in the end, by pestering the system, he finally came up with a solution that wasn't really a solution.

The system had clearly informed Lu Chuan that it could not directly bypass the host's existence and attach its abilities to others.

Just like in the previous battle at Nameless Lake, the various abilities Lu Chuan exchanged with appetite coins could only be used by him personally.

This was a limitation of the system's own existence; it was not omnipotent.

“Then I can't just watch He Jingrui slowly transform into a monster, can I?”

Recalling that grotesque fish face from his dream, Lu Chuan felt a surge of irritation.

“Has the Host forgotten the reward after completing this week's stall mission?”

At this moment, the system's voice sounded again.

Subsequently, the system panel popped up.

“Mission refreshed (claimed)”

“Requirement: 5 days a week, daily at 6 PM, go to Yinhua City Citizen Center Square to sell beggar's chicken.”

“Recipe: beggar's chicken has been issued.”

“Equipment: A Jinbei minivan has been leased on your behalf; please pick it up yourself.”

“Mission Reward: Unlock 'Gourmet Cell Diagnosis' ability.”

Looking at the panel, Lu Chuan's face first showed confusion, but soon his gaze focused on the final mission reward.

“Gourmet Cell Diagnosis ability?”

His lips moved slightly as he silently read it out, his eyes brightening a little.

When the system issued the mission, he had only glanced at the reward and then rushed to gather ingredients and build a brick kiln.

Now, hearing the system's meaning, this ability could actually treat He Jingrui?

The stone in Lu Chuan's heart fell, and a smile appeared on his face.

“System, did you know about He Jingrui's situation all along, and that's why you specifically rewarded this ability?”

“Not aware, purely coincidental. The system does not pay attention to anything other than the Host.”

Lu Chuan first 'tsk'ed, then waved his hand.

“Alright, alright, let's just say it's a coincidence! So, after I complete the mission and get this ability, I should be able to restore He Jingrui to normal, right?”

“Not treatment, only diagnosis.”

Hearing this, the smile on Lu Chuan's face froze.

“Dia... diagnosis?”

“'Gourmet Cell Diagnosis' is a gourmet medical technology that diagnoses, classifies, and evaluates the prognosis of gourmet diseases by analyzing the morphology, structure, molecular characteristics, and functional state of Gourmet Cellss, combined with clinical information.”

“Its core value lies in: early diagnosis, precise classification, and dynamic monitoring.”

“Early diagnosis, that is, through the detection of lesions or microscopic lesions, to achieve early detection of various gourmet diseases.”

“Precise classification, that is, combining mysterious factor markers and immunohistochemical technology to clarify the main cause of the lesion and guide targeted therapy.”

“Dynamic monitoring, that is, used for evaluating treatment effectiveness and recurrence monitoring, helping patients recover after surgery.”

Listening to the system's eloquent talk, Lu Chuan showed a 'listening but not understanding' bewildered expression.

“What are you saying? It sounds really impressive!”

“...Apologies, I forgot the Host is semi-illiterate.”

Hearing this, Lu Chuan immediately glared, angrily refuting him.

“You're the illiterate one! I've read widely, at least, even if it's all about cooking, but my knowledge reserve is already enough to crush those college students!”

“Yes, yes, yes.”

“You...”

Lu Chuan felt incredibly stifled and decided that when he had time, he would definitely improve his education.

Then he would throw the verification report provided by Xuexinwang in the system's face, making this system, which looks down on its host, regret what it said today!

Hmph!

With a heavy heart, Lu Chuan unknowingly fell asleep.

Until the next day.

Lu Chuan got out of bed, ready to stretch.

But he heard the sound of morning exercises coming from the courtyard downstairs.

“This guy is really unshakeable. I wonder if he's noticed that something is wrong with him.”

Lu Chuan mumbled, shook his head, and went to wash up.

Ten minutes later.

When Lu Chuan walked into the courtyard, he saw He Jingrui doing planche push-ups shirtless, meticulously.

Under the sunlight, it was clearly visible that on his strong and well-defined upper body, bulging muscles rippled like water.

Looking at his robust muscles, Lu Chuan compared them to his own, feeling envious for a moment.

At this moment, He Jingrui's voice came.

“A Chuan, you're here? Wait for me to finish this last set of planches first!”

Lu Chuan quickly waved his hand, smiling, “No hurry, no hurry, I'll warm up myself first.”

With that, he walked to an empty spot and began to twist his waist and swing his hips, doing various warm-up exercises.

It wasn't until a tingling, slightly numb sensation spread throughout his body that he stopped, exhaling comfortably.

And at this moment, He Jingrui had already walked over.

“A Chuan, do you want to practice fists or legs today?”

Lu Chuan pondered for a moment upon hearing this, then said, “Fists, I've been having some insights recently while practicing the Nameless Fist Technique, and I want to press on and see if I can make a breakthrough these next few days.”

He Jingrui was also very happy to hear this.

“A Chuan, I didn't expect you to be so talented in fist techniques. Alright, let's go!”

Saying that, he assumed a defensive stance.

Seeing this, Lu Chuan licked his lips and launched an attack.

In an instant, fist winds surged, and coattails fluttered.

After a period of diligent practice, Lu Chuan could now use every move and style of the Nameless Fist Technique at will.

Especially with the enhancement of his powerful physical fitness, which surpassed human limits, the punches he threw were as terrifying as cannonballs.

However, the heavy punches that could unleash fierce fist winds, when they landed on He Jingrui, were like hitting cotton, having no effect whatsoever.

At this moment, He Jingrui, who had entered a combat state, was clearly much more excited, completely different from his usual honest and simple demeanor.

He casually parried Lu Chuan's punches while laughing heartily.

“A Chuan, is this all the power you have? This doesn't seem to match what you said!”

Lu Chuan twitched his mouth, remaining silent, only increasing his offensive.

Gradually, the trajectories of his punches became more elusive, almost flying in the wind.

The harsh sound of the fist cutting through the air became sharper and more piercing.

“Not enough, not enough, A Chuan, punch faster! Hit harder! Are you tickling me with this level of fist technique?”

He Jingrui's voice sounded again.

But no matter how he listened, it sounded like mockery.

Yet the effect was surprisingly good.

Lu Chuan's eyes became sharper.

His originally methodical fist technique suddenly changed; one move hadn't finished before another was executed.

And the intervals between these moves became shorter and shorter.

Until a moment later, they completely merged together.

The distinct moves that were once clearly separated were now seamlessly intertwined, transforming into entirely new moves that had never appeared before.

And the fierce momentum generated by these new fist techniques stirring the air was even more magnificent and sharp than before.

Just by listening to the whistling sound of the fist winds agitating the air, one could perceive that its power had increased by more than double.

However, this move consumed a significant amount of physical energy.

Lu Chuan watched He Jingrui easily take the move, then gave a wry smile, raised his hand to signal he was done, and then sat down on the ground, panting.

When the battle ended, He Jingrui, who had been smirking evilly, immediately changed his facial expression, and his previous honest and simple demeanor returned.

“A Chuan, you did it! That's amazing! You're incredible!”

Hearing this, Lu Chuan's mouth twitched again, feeling a sense of powerlessness to complain.

“You, are you schizophrenic, or are you a potential battle maniac at heart?”

He Jingrui scratched his head upon hearing this, smiling honestly.

“I don't know why, ever since I awakened that so-called Gourmet Cells you mentioned, whenever I enter a combat state, I become extraordinarily excited and just want to fully unleash my desire to fight.”

Hearing this, Lu Chuan couldn't help but look at He Jingrui twice, then nodded, secretly making a mental note.

He Jingrui's body was undergoing an abnormal change, and now his personality showed this kind of polarization. He didn't know if there was any connection between the two.

After this mission was completed and he obtained the 'Gourmet Cell Diagnosis' ability rewarded by the system, he would then know the truth.