Chapter 276: Power of Belief

@j Lin An was speechless, he still thought there was some hidden secret.

Inside the crystal, Huang Shaohua saw his face darken, and did not dare to hide anything.

As long as it doesn't involve the system's forbidden words, he will say everything he can.

The man before him displayed a cruelty he had never seen in his life.

The part where Li Lei was tortured made even him, as an onlooker, feel uneasy.

To kill and destroy the heart, they used every means.

If I fail to show any value or hide something, I estimate I'll be digested alive by the black dragon in the next second.

"That's right, sir."

Huang Shaohua sighed inwardly, then continued:

"Li Lei's talent is something I created myself, but I only gave him some guidance."

"That kid's belief power is strong; even without becoming an Awakened One, he far surpasses ordinary people."

"Belief power?"

Lin An spoke up to interrupt Huang Shaohua's words, his face showing a strange expression.

Can Li Lei's temperament even talk about belief?

He had heard of belief power before; in fact, it's similar to telekinesis, mental power.

Put bluntly, it means whatever you believe will appear, though the effect isn't that exaggerated.

Huang Shaohua saw Lin An's doubt and began to explain somewhat awkwardly:

"Sir, Li Lei's belief power might be different from what you've heard about others."

"He's the somewhat chuunibyou type..."

"He often fantasizes that he is the protagonist, indulges in daydreams in his mind, and escapes reality."

"Originally, this trait could be said to be utterly useless; he would amount to nothing in his life."

"But in the Doomsday Game, because of spiritual energy and the system, this power instead became manifested and materialized."

"That's why, at the time, I sensed his ability while hiding in the necklace, and guided him to become an Awakened One."

"As expected, his awakened talent is full of this trait."

Lin An was stunned after hearing that, so Li Lei's talent is actually something he imagined himself? Just with the system's help he gained real power?

No wonder the whole talent description is full of awkward wording.

Truly, it's utterly bizarre.

Can this be considered fantasy becoming reality?

Huang Shaohua saw Lin An's look of understanding and couldn't help but sigh:

"Sir, actually descriptions like protagonist and Child of Heaven in Li Lei's talent don't exist."

"His talent merely carries a slight belief power; however, his subconscious altered the talent description."

"His luck and opportunities are actually obtained under my guidance..."

"Actually, I also pitied this kid, so I wanted to help him..."

Lin An nodded, a flash of realization passing through his eyes.

No wonder Li Lei, as an Awakened One, would actually go crazy.

His source of power is believing he is the protagonist, the Child of Heaven.

After being easily defeated by himself, the "master" died, and the person he admired betrayed him.

These points combined naturally destroyed his belief completely, leaving him with no confidence at all.

Thus his power backfired, ultimately causing mental derangement, turning him into an idiot.

Even if he went crazy, his subconscious still dreams of roaming the world and embracing beautiful companions...

Pitiable and tragic.

After sighing, Huang Shaohua gazed at Lin An with renewed vigor, his face earnest:

"Sir."

"Although I have many things I cannot say, what I can say is that the locations hiding vast amounts of spiritual energy fruits and equipment number no less than a hundred!"

"Countless opportunities, and I even know how to complete many missions!"

"Moreover, you've also seen that my former strength was not bad; without mentioning the issues of guiding you to become an Awakened One, my experience alone could save you many detours!"

"You are stronger than Li Lei by more than one level; I believe that with our cooperation, you can truly become the protagonist of the apocalypse, the Overlord of the apocalypse!"

"Trial towers, secret realms, instances, regional battles, death matches!"

"You definitely don't know about these!"

"I know! As long as you're willing to spare my life, I can help you clear away all obstacles!"

The more he spoke, the more excited Huang Shaohua became, genuinely standing up to paint a beautiful future for Lin An:

"Even, if you are willing to trust me, willing to provide me with some mental power recovery..."

"I can completely possess your body, or that of your companions."

"Just a bit of mental power! I can unleash strength no less than the peak of the Second Level!"

"With me serving you, is the apocalypse not something we can just walk through?"

"By then, you will truly be the Child of Heaven!"

With passionate fervor, countless equipment treasures were promised by Huang Shaohua.

Lin An remained silent, seemingly somewhat moved.

Seeing this, Huang Shaohua became even more excited, repeatedly patting his chest to promise:

"Sir! If you don't trust me, you can completely throw the crystal into the black dragon's belly, guaranteeing I will absolutely not betray you!"

I can't see your talent, but at this stage being able to possess this strength definitely means you have great potential.

I truly am willing to serve you as your aide, unlike pitiful Li Lei.

Actually, I haven't told Li Lei many things; you should have figured that out.

Just that.

Lin An showed no reaction.

His gaze was deep; he gave Huang Shao Hua a deep look and let out a light laugh.

Is this guy helping him out of pity for Li Lei?

Because he sees his own talent as good, he is willing to submit to himself?

This kind of nonsense is enough to fool Li Lei.

You pity him? But isn't all this your doing?

Let me guess.

Lin An let out a light laugh, and his mental power penetrated it:

I don't believe you would guide him to become an Awakened One out of pity for him, nor do I believe you would help him become strong out of compassion.

You have lived a long time...

Does surviving this long as a mental entity count as living? You must be in great pain.

So.

His voice was icy cold, and the dark-blue mental entity inside the crystal shuddered.

So, I guess you intend to keep brainwashing Li Lei, washing your existence into his consciousness.

You help him become strong; when his body can fully bear you and his consciousness fully trusts and accepts you, you can occupy his body and live again.

Right?

Huang Shao Hua didn't dare raise his head, merely forcing out a difficult smile. His aged face looked even worse.

Sir, you're joking.

Am I joking?

Lin An looked at him with deep meaning, soothing the black dragon on his wrist:

If Li Lei's talent is merely a slight power of belief, it does not possess the characteristics described by the system.

So what confidence do you have to let me eat the Manchineel Flower, repeatedly persuading Li Lei to attack me?

Perhaps you also prepared a plan to flee if I don't eat the Manchineel Flower...

But, you acted too late.

Being late is tantamount to letting Li Lei die.

Moreover, you know the Black Dragon; how could you dare to come out?

I always feel...

Lin An tilted his head, using his mental power to keep the crystal floating before his eyes:

Capturing you, isn't that too easy?

People like me are too wary; if you show too much strength, I could never keep you by my side.

In an instant, Huang Shao Hua, who had been lying on the ground after speaking, suddenly flashed a fierce look in his eyes, and his whole body erupted with intense mental pressure.

Kid!

Sometimes being too smart only makes you die faster!

Majesty rose, and spatial ripples formed out of thin air.

The terrifying power is suffocating.