Chapter 211 - 211 192 Harvest

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Chapter 211 of "How Am I Still Alive?" opens showing developments: 211: Chapter 192: Harvest 211: Chapter 192: Harvest When the evil dragon fell, it didn’t... Keep reading!

211: Chapter 192: Harvest 211: Chapter 192: Harvest When the evil dragon fell, it didn’t mean that the battlefield was over. After eliminating the major BOSS and military leaders, the secondary hazards were often greater than the primary ones. Collapsing morale and order led to an inevitable chaos, where crazed fleeing soldiers and fearful beast swarms would do anything, causing even greater destruction than before. It was a matter of great fortune that there were experts around Panlong Lake who knew how to deal with such a situation. Some of them had set up checkpoints in layers, aiming to assassinate the fleeing beast swarms and Fishmen. Others were skilled lone wolf hunters armed with specialized equipment, designed specifically for hunting down isolated Magic Monsters. At the same time, residents of nearby towns received notice, either barricading their doors and windows or evacuating en-masse. In the towns, the Special Service Team members guarded major exits and high points, prioritizing the assassination of preying Magic Monsters. This became a routine; while there were some losses, as long as it was handled correctly, not too many people would die. This time, since most of the Magic Monsters and invading species were aquatic, the majority of them, even in panic and morale breakdown, were confined within the lake, undoubtedly alleviating the pressure on the hunters outside. However, aside from “cleanup,” the more important task was “purification.” “What is this? What the hell is this?” When an underwater professional scout had taken photos of the still swirling colored vortex below, experts in the back couldn’t help but gasp. They couldn’t have predicted the situation earlier, but if they didn’t recognize the cause by seeing the outcome, they wouldn’t be considered experts. “…Almost, almost there, this is a high-level Dimensional Distortion Formation.” “I don’t care how high or low it is, what’s it used for? What almost happened?” “Almost? With a few more points, we would have directly entered a complete Otherworldly transformation process, skipping the intermediate process and making this area totally out of control. By then, we’d be fighting on their home turf, and that dragon-like monster would have been at least one tier stronger, and it certainly wouldn’t have been the only one.” The expert’s meaning was evident: they all had come perilously close to complete annihilation. Especially after Guan Xinxian sent the underwater photos he took earlier to them, they once again confirmed how “lucky” they had been. With the news out, Guan Xinxian, who had been detained and placed under house arrest, was naturally released, even receiving gratitude and apologies. The world is like this; the line between a wanted criminal and a lifesaving benefactor is very thin. As for Lu Ping’an? He had slipped away at the time he met up with Guan Xinxian and agreed to see him again in the evening, because technically, he was still “missing.” As for battle achievements and merits, they could come later. What belonged to him would always be his. Lu Ping’an returned to the steam factory, but this time, it was not as smooth as before. As soon as he entered the black gate, two burly men who didn’t look like good people emerged from the alley. “Sorry, extraordinary times call for extraordinary measures. May I see your identification, please?” But when these men spoke, they were quite polite. Lu Ping’an presented his Special Service Team ID and easily passed the inspection. When he emerged from the alley, he found that other places were the same. These “gang members” had taken up security duties, checking people entering and leaving. They were not so polite to those who did not cooperate, as their punches landed viciously, and it was hard to say whether anyone was using this opportunity for personal gain. This was undoubtedly a blow to the entire “Black Market economy.” It was something that would never have happened under normal circumstances, regardless of who was in charge, but now, it seemed quite abnormal. “…We found some ‘New Humans’ here, two of which were fifth-tier. Many people died…” Lu Pingan paid some money and got the latest news. It seemed that the Dragon Family’s older brother in charge had a warehouse here that was investigated? It sounded like good news. “Are those two dead?” “No, there were over a hundred altogether, two fifth-tier five-element beasts being the most dangerous. One was taken down, the other escaped with the rest, and no one knows where they went.” This black-clothed burly man was very casual. Whatever Lu Ping’an asked, he answered, with the Special Service Team’s badge playing its part. After thanking the man, Lu Ping’an returned to his hotel, where he saw piles of “wreckage” on the way. With the lives and property of local residents threatened, the supposed safe zone had become the most dangerous battleground, so it was no wonder they were so anxious. Lu Ping’an didn’t care, though. He went back to his hotel on his own, started sorting out his gains, and waited for the evening meeting. “…Let’s start with those few professional Abnormal Abilities.” On his way, countless magic monsters had directly or indirectly died at the hands of Lu Ping’an. The resentment of those who died transformed into an unrelenting “Curse.” If Lu Ping’an still had the wristband, it might be flashing red warnings again. Previously, his lack of inherent Pollution prevented him from activating several qualified Abnormal Abilities. But now, he could finally use them. “First up, ‘Hostility Marker,’ the first Abnormal Ability of the combat-series Gardener,” Lu Ping’an pondered, lighting up a virtual path in his mind. [Black-iron level spell Hostility Marker: Hate what you hate, love what you love. Designate a ‘marker’ and infuse it with hostility and hatred. Through emotional resonance, your magic plants learn to loathe it.] [Usage Requirements: Planting LV7, Spatial Perception lv1 (not essential), Abnormal Ability Life Perception, Hostility Marker tips 100/100.] [Note: the marking range is (0—∞), the shooting range depends on your Spatial Perception ability, spiritual power intensity, and writing (pollution) ability (if there is no Spatial Perception ability, the range is locked within touching distance). The effect range depends on the intensity of your spiritual power and writing level. The duration depends on the intensity of your spiritual power.] This is a low-limit and high-ceiling ability, usually the first Abnormal Ability for most combat-series Gardeners. Even ordinary Gardeners would try to learn it after reaching the third-tier. The ability allows Gardeners to create a spiritual power mark and place it at a designated location or on an opponent’s body… That’s it, nothing more. However, this is necessary. Compared to demonic creatures, a large number of magic plants are slow and dull, with almost no awareness of the outside world. They lack the strong aggression and keen senses of animals, which is not a problem in daily life, but it’s extremely lethal on the battlefield. So, even if you have combat-series Magic Plants, how can you make them attack your opponent? This is the answer: a “target.” A “Hostility Marker,” when used well, can make your magic plants attack your opponents like mad dogs. It’s essential for ambushes, lurking, surprise attacks, and prolonged battles. Of course, how to make your magic plants attack your “enemy” or “mark” is another matter altogether. Lu Ping’an has Life Perception, Life Affinity, and even his original Life Resonance. He has achieved some of these effects in advance, but for a complete combat-series Gardener, these abilities are necessary… You can’t always rely on manually controlling the magic plants. That’s both unrealistic and extremely foolish, losing the advantage of Beast Tamers and Gardeners to manage large swarms. Moreover, several of Lu Ping’an’s newly-developed battle modes require its support. “So this is the Hostility Marker…” Lu Ping’an tried stamping a mark on a chair, and the next moment, he released Little An’s Tentacles. “Boom!” The debris scattered on the ground before Lu Ping’an even issued any commands. Well, it’s time to prepare for compensation. At this point, however, Lu Ping’an nodded satisfactorily. It seemed that the constant “Life Resonance” had allowed him and Little An to achieve some emotional sharing. This apparently didn’t even require any specific training. Lu Ping’an found that he could set the farthest mark at around “five meters” within his line of sight, which was an above-average level. Still, it could only last a short time, as it would dissipate within one or two minutes. But if he touched it, it could last at least ten minutes, and it still hadn’t dissipated so far. Then, he turned his attention to another common combat Abnormal Ability. [Black-iron level spell Withering Omen: Touch your magic plants, letting them feel the sensation of a drought season, the touch of a desert season, and the footsteps of the Death God.] [Usage Requirements: Grafting LV7, Life Affinity lv1, Abnormal Ability Life Perception, Withering Omen tips 100/100.] [PS: Life becomes the most frantic when it is close to death, and plants are no exception. When you use this ability, make sure to stay away from your precious plants in advance… At that time, they might not be your darlings anymore, and they can’t recognize you!] It might seem confusing if you just read the instructions, but it’s simple once rephrased. “A mini frenzy acquired…” Lu Ping’an was satisfied with this Abnormal Ability, especially after dealing with a bunch of frenzied demons today. This 2-tier Abnormal Ability corresponds to the Beast Tamer’s “beastly frenzy.” It is a double-edged, frenzy-triggering skill that activates a demon’s combat instincts. Beast Tamers unleash the beast’s innate hunting instincts, while Gardeners make their Magic Plants feel their lives are threatened with fear, prompting them to initiate a counterattack. It may seem weaker compared to the Beast Tamer’s ability, but in practice, it’s extremely terrifying… Information can be transmitted through forests in specific ways. When a Magic Plant senses a threat to its life, its sense of crisis quickly spreads throughout the forest, prompting a collective response. This ability can drive an entire demonized forest insane, making it indispensable for Gardeners proficient in terrain warfare and positional battles. The only problem is that its side effects are more lethal than the Beast Tamer’s frenzy (magic plants don’t heed warnings when they go crazy), and it’s less effective on specific Magic Plants (mostly desert plants). But by obtaining this long-standing first or second most useful low-level practical ability, Lu Ping’an has become much more relaxed. Next, he’d wait for the appointed time for Guan Xinxian to find him. But instead of the person he was expecting, another person took the initiative to visit him.

Chapter 211 - 211 192 Harvest

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