Chapter 42: Invalid Counterattack (Part 1)

Carl listened, his eyes darkening as he sneered, "Just as I thought. No wonder my cybernetic body often suffers 'accidents' and fails me at critical moments. So that's where the problem lies."

Leiting chimed in, "Hurry up. My entire body is cybernetic except for my brain; this feeling of being controlled is truly lethal."

Yin Miaoxue frowned, saying with some concern, "However, rewriting the control System for the cybernetic bodies is no easy task. Those data algorithms are outrageously complex, and we don't even have the authorization to touch the core code."

Lin Fan raised his hand to reassure them, "Authorization is indeed important, but this is also the first step we must master. Rest assured, I already have some ideas. Xiao Du, prepare to analyze the existing System and find the vulnerabilities."

"Has it finally come to my turn as the System specialist to take the stage? Lin Fan, give me your quantum phone; I'll handle it for you."

Lin Fan's No. 000 quantum phone silently fell into Xiao Du's hands.

"No problem, Young Master. With the current equipment, analyzing the vulnerabilities is expected to take three hours, and cracking the authorization is expected to take a day."

"Very good." Lin Fan nodded, "Leave the authorization cracking to Xiao Du. Meanwhile, we cannot waste time; we must begin to Cultivate. Only when our strength is sufficient can we handle any subsequent trouble that may arise after the cracking is complete."

Princess Jin Xuan clenched her fists with surging Battle Intent, "Awakening our cultivation? Great! I've long wanted to make a Breakthrough beyond my limits. Xiao Xue, hurry and teach us how to do it."

Hearing this, Yin Miaoxue's cheeks instantly flushed red, like a ripe apple. She lowered her head, her voice as faint as a mosquito's hum, "Let Lin Fan explain it… I can't say it out loud."

Princess Jin Xuan tilted her head curiously, looking at her, "What's wrong? Xiao Xue, you've undergone an Awakening, haven't you? Wouldn't it be better to just tell us directly?"

Yin Miaoxue was even more embarrassed and couldn't lift her head, secretly biting her lip. The scene from her last Awakening surfaced in her mind—that "special experience" where she was forced by Lin Fan to break through her psychological defenses. Those risqué images made it completely impossible for her to speak at this moment.

Seeing this, Lin Fan coughed lightly, resolving Yin Miaoxue's awkward situation, "Everyone's method of Awakening is different. Simply put, it is about reclaiming the power that belongs to us from the depths of our subconscious."

He paused, sweeping his gaze around, his tone firm, "Rest assured, no one will fail. Follow me."

He turned and strode forward, leading everyone toward the exclusive area on the third floor of the main building.

Lin Fan pushed the door open and entered; the luxurious decor of the master bedroom came into view. The gold velvet bedding shimmered with radiance, and the crystal chandelier refracted a soft glow, the entire room exuding high-end elegance.

The air held a hint of subtle tension, and the three women lowered their heads, their cheeks slightly flushed.

Lin Fan casually drew the heavenly dao divine weapon from his back; the silver arc-laden spear tore through the air, carrying the pressure of the Heavenly Dao, and plunged directly into the floor in the center of the room.

The spear body emitted a dazzling light, and electric arcs surged within the field, shrouding the entire room in a mysterious silver glow.

"This is the safest place." Lin Fan looked around, his voice steady and powerful, "By undergoing the Awakening within this field, you will be protected by the rules of the world, reducing all external interference."

Silver light flickered, and electric arcs swirled; the energy of the field gradually circulated, like a protective barrier, isolating the entire space from the outside world.

"Now, go to the bed and get ready." Lin Fan's gaze was calm but unquestionable.

Princess Jin Xuan was the first to react; she rolled up her sleeves, walked straight to the bed, and sat down with a carefree motion.

Princess Hu Qinlan and Yin Miaoxue appeared somewhat hesitant, especially Yin Miaoxue, who lowered her head, her voice as weak as a mosquito's hum, "Do we really have to… do it here?"

Lin Fan chuckled, his tone carrying a hint of reassurance, "Don't overthink it; this is just the venue for the Awakening, not the things you are imagining."

Yin Miaoxue's face instantly flushed red; she shyly glanced up at Lin Fan, then slowly walked toward the bed and sat down next to Princess Hu Qinlan.

Princess Hu Qinlan slightly pursed her lips; although shy, she did not want to hold them back and obediently followed suit.

Lin Fan walked slowly to the bedside, his gaze gentle yet carrying a hint of unquestionable firmness, "Relax your minds, close your eyes, and feel the power of the field. From here on, no matter what you feel, do not resist."

He reached out and gently tapped the center of the three women's foreheads; a faint silver light flowed from his fingertips, merging with the energy in the field.

The three women's bodies trembled slightly, as if they had already begun to resonate with this special field.

"From now on, focus on the power within your hearts." Lin Fan said in a low voice, his tone seemingly carrying a certain magic that soothed the Soul, "All the energy hidden deep within your bodies will be awakened here."

Yin Miaoxue's cheeks were burning with embarrassment, but she did not refute; she simply bit her lower lip gently and slowly closed her eyes.

Lin Fan admitted that the last time he let Yin Miaoxue undergo the Soul Awakening, he indeed had the intention of coveting her body, and he hadn't given her a one-time Awakening, thinking that doing it a few more times would be a good excuse to bully her again. But now, with a great enemy approaching, Lin Fan dared not waste any more time.

"Let go of everything and focus on the voice in your heart." Lin Fan's voice was low and calm, as if carrying a certain power to guide the Soul.

With the infusion of the power of the Heavenly Dao, the latent power within them began to gradually revive.

Several hours later. Behind Princess Jin Xuan, a sheet of golden flame rose, like a Phoenix in Nirvana about to spread its wings and fly; around Princess Hu Qinlan, emerald-green water light lingered, as if the spiritual essence of lake ripples were shining; Yin Miaoxue was shrouded in a layer of ice-blue radiance, the aura of frost blending with mysterious power, like a miracle bred in the depths of a glacier.

Meanwhile, the Void Divine Ring slowly appeared behind Lin Fan, all seven rings manifesting. This symbolized that all seven of his powers were at the sixth-stage Dominator realm. They were, respectively: Spiritual Power, Yuan Power, Immortal Power, Divine Power, Soul Power, True Essence, and Star Power.

The seven powers continuously nourished the Void Power, complementing the Heavenly Dao field, and his strength climbed steadily.

A dazzling beam of sunlight pierced the sky over the entire Star-Moon Manor, casting endless radiance. The previous feeling of oppression was swept away, replaced by the peace and hope akin to the first appearance of dawn.

Lin Fan looked up at the sky, his gaze firm, "This radiance is the hope that belongs to us, and it is also a warning to our enemies. Anyone who dares to invade will have to pay the price for their own stupidity."

Princess Jin Xuan clenched her fists, her Battle Intent surging, "This feeling… it's too strong! Lin Fan, is this the power of Awakening?"

Princess Hu Qinlan kept her eyes closed, feeling the fluctuations of spiritual power around her, her voice gentle yet carrying a hint of excitement, "I seem to be able to feel the rhythm of the entire world; my power feels endless."

Yin Miaoxue opened her eyes, a faint ice-blue radiance shining in her pupils, "Lin Fan, this time… it is truly a complete Awakening."

Yin Miaoxue pursed her lips, her eyes drifting; at that moment, Lin Fan's aura was close at hand, and the scorching touch seemed to still linger on her skin. She couldn't help but feel her cheeks burn and her heart race, even her earlobes stained with a layer of crimson.

"Lin Fan…" She bit her lip, the words on the tip of her tongue remained unspoken, and only that shy smile revealed the sweetness in her heart.