Virus King - Chapter 26

Chapter 26: Level Up! Title Advancement!

TL: YYang

No one dared to make a sound.

No one dared to disturb the figure standing above the sea of corpses.

It was as if an emperor was savoring his spoils of war, basking in the glory of victory.

The sprawling corpse-strewn field and countless shattered heads served as the finest medals for that solitary figure!

Thus, even though the vast underground plaza was already empty of people, no one dared to break the silence and disrupt Chen Bai, who stood proudly at its center.

One hundred and sixty-seven zombies!

Song Ziqiong’s hand, hidden in her trench coat pocket, was trembling.

Each time Chen Bai struck down a zombie, she roughly kept count, leading her to this terrifying number.

And now, that man simply stood there.

Behind reinforced glass, they stood, unable to find a shred of safety in its protection.

Like loyal subjects gazing up at their monarch.

But Chen Bai, of course, paid no mind to what they thought.

Instead, he was immersed in the changes within himself!

The level increase wasn’t particularly surprising.

Before a profession transfer at level ten, every level up would always grant two fixed free attribute points—

Incredibly stingy.

After the profession transfer, however, the free attribute points and upgraded attributes earned per level would vary based on the grade of the profession obtained!

Profession and talent undoubtedly became the factors that most heavily influenced the potential of ordinary Evolvers.

Chen Bai casually allocated the two free attribute points into agility and constitution.

Then, he turned his gaze toward his title.

This common title from his previous life, even after upgrading, wouldn’t particularly capture Chen Bai’s attention.

After all, in his past life, Chen Bai had elevated this title to an even higher level!

[Zombie Hunter (E Rank): All Attributes +5, Critical Hit Chance +5% against zombie-type creatures!]

(PS: Upon killing over two thousand zombies, this title will evolve into the E-Rank title “Zombie Slayer.”)

However, without a doubt, in the early days of the apocalypse, this title’s effects and abilities were exceptionally outstanding!

Chen Bai let out a long breath and directed his gaze to the status panel, which he hadn’t examined in quite some time:

[Chen Bai (Pioneer) (Zombie Hunter)]
[Evolver ID: 001 ]
[Talent: Virus Sovereign (SSS)]
[Level: 2 (135/1000)]
[Strength: 30 (+1.5)]
[Agility: 33 (+1.5)]
[Constitution: 33 (+1.5)]
[Spirit: 31 (+1.5)]
[Charm: ???]
[Luck: ???]
[Currency: 0 Gold / 31 Silver / 70 Copper]

Powerful!

Even before truly entering the apocalypse, his overall attributes were already a full six times greater than those of an average adult male!

The crushing power that came with having six times the usual attribute points was comparable to any high-level skill!

Unfortunately, after a quick glance at his experience points, Chen Bai noted that after leveling up to level 2, killing ordinary zombies now granted only a tenth of the experience it once did!

That amounted to a mere 0.1 points of experience!

Even with a tenfold experience boost before the full outbreak of the apocalypse, it barely reached a single point.

The Pioneer’s additional 10% experience gain wasn’t making much of a difference either.

But that was understandable—Evolver strength wasn’t measured solely by level.

Take Chen Bai, for example, whose level attributes were so outrageous they defied imagination.

Still, the greatest benefit before the true outbreak of the apocalypse was the tenfold drop rate!

Chen Bai turned his attention to his Evolver’s Backpack, which was nearly full, bringing him back to reality.

Many of these items held little value for him. They were merely the lowest-grade equipment, offering small attribute boosts that, though vital to other Evolvers, were insignificant to Chen Bai.

Yet, there were a few valuable items amid the loot.

Chen Bai pivoted, then stomped the ground.

The controlled force kept his shoes intact, while the thick layer of blood and filth covering him turned to vapor, dissipating almost completely.

Stepping out from behind the reinforced glass, Chen Bai ignored their shocked expressions and simply asked:

“Is there a place to shower?”

Song Ziqiong finally snapped back to attention.

“Yes! I’ll arrange it right away!”

At that moment, Song Ziqiong’s obedience was almost reflexive.

After witnessing that terrifying display firsthand, she could fully understand the overwhelming sense of dominance radiating from this man.

“Also—”

Chen Bai paused, glancing at Shuang’er, who was still standing there in a daze.

“Have them gather thirty complete sets of nails from these bodies. I want them intact and delivered before I leave.”

“Yes!”

This time, the usually cool and aloof bodyguard responded with utmost obedience.

True authority and respect only came from blood and slaughter, the kind that left a lasting impression.

Chen Bai chuckled, heading with Song Ziqiong to the top floor of Qionghai Tower, to an office that was clearly hers.

The water washed away the filth on his skin.

Glancing at the flow from the showerhead, Chen Bai spoke to Song Ziqiong, who was standing behind him, helping scrub his back in a somewhat awkward posture.

“After the chaos starts in Jiangcheng, water supply control will be crucial. Of course, you’re well aware of what needs to be done and when.”

“Mhm…”

“Tomorrow, once we locate another zombie, you and Song Ge will each have to kill one yourselves.”

“Mhm…”

An unusual rule governed the apocalypse; under the Cosmic Will, anyone who killed a zombie before the official outbreak had a significantly greater chance of becoming an Evolver once the apocalypse began.

Even if someone had minor genetic flaws, the Cosmic Will would consider it a mark of distinction.

Though Song Ziqiong and Song Ge had both become Evolvers in the previous life, it was best to be cautious.

The young nurse should also be arranged to kill one as well.

Without saying anything more, Chen Bai let the hot water ease his muscles, still taut from the earlier slaughter, and finally took a good look at the rewards in his backpack!

…

Flowers and monthly tickets requested!