Apocalypse: I Can See the HP Bar, Killing Monsters Drops Loot
Chapter 1315 - 543 Healing Hand_2

Chapter 1315: Chapter 543 Healing Hand_2

"Ha ha, we’re going home, back to Changhe Base."

Wang Tao smiled as he stroked the Golden Eagle’s feathers, and then he let it fly back to Changhe Base.

Swoosh—

The Golden Eagle soared into the sky, headed for Changhe Base.

Wang Tao ignored the excited leopards and began to tally this trip’s haul.

His original goal for this outing was the mutant monsters in the rift. However, there were a few unexpected developments—discovering Flying Sand Lake Base, learning about the major Survivor Base at Silver Serpent Base, hunting zombies in the factory, and the chance encounter with a sixth-rank zombie—these events took up some time. But ultimately, his objectives were not just met, they were far exceeded.

Firstly, the Crystal Cores. He had collected quite a number of fifth-rank Crystal Cores. Although it wasn’t enough for his Ascension to Level 6, he was now another big step closer.

The Level 4 Crystal Cores were gathered in plenty, and with Wang Tao’s previously hoarded Level 4 Crystal Cores, he estimated that others in the Survivor Base could be promoted to Level 5 upon his return!

Then there was the test with the Summoning Altar. Wang Tao could now confirm that zombies could be used as offerings. When he got the chance, he’d gather more zombies as offerings, aiming to boost the Summoning Altar’s offering rate to 100%. That way, once he became more powerful, he could summon the "Stone God" and see what it’s made of.

Next were the six leopards.

Although they seemed no more intimidating than house cats to Wang Tao, they were true Level 5 Lords, with combat power far surpassing many humans. With these six leopards, the base’s combat strength would see significant improvement.

Lastly, the various spoils of war. Wang Tao had acquired a good amount of potions, equipment, and the like. Notably, he had procured several blueprints for Perception Rings.

[Perception Ring]

[Fifth-Rank (Epic)]

[Inter-ring perception]

The Perception Ring he wore was of the fourth rank, but the ones he’d found were fifth rank.

Wang Tao gave one to Jiang Shixue, and the two of them gave it a try. Compared to the fourth-rank ring, the fifth-rank Perception Ring increased the range of perception and communication slightly, with no other changes.

The Perception Ring allowed for communication within a certain range without worrying about signal issues. It was practically a divine artifact for Wang Tao.

He planned to give these new rings to Lan Yulian and the others, ensuring everyone could stay in touch.

The sixth-rank Lord from the factory yielded not only various sixth-rank Crystal Cores and potions but also two sixth-rank Equipment Blueprints.

Wang Tao immediately crafted these two blueprints into equipment: an armor top and pants.

[Anti-freeze Armor Top]

[Sixth-Rank (Excellent)]

[Durability +100, defensive power +100, Ice attribute defense +60, cold protection]

[Frostproof Leather Armor Pants]

[Sixth-Rank (Excellent)]

[Durability +100, defensive power +100, Ice attribute defense +60, cold protection]

To Wang Tao, the attributes of these sixth-rank equipment pieces were mediocre. His defensive power requirement was too great, and he had no need for ice attribute defense or cold protection.

But for others, this equipment would be very useful. In the current conditions, low temperatures could be deadlier than zombies. With this frostproof gear, at least one wouldn’t have to worry about freezing or frostbite, which could compromise combat effectiveness.

Moreover, this equipment was part of a set, with just two pieces needed to activate the Suit Attributes.

[Frostproof Suit: All basic attributes boosted, defensive power +100, Ice attribute defense +40 (requires Awakening Energy activation)]

Considering each piece individually, the attributes weren’t spectacular, but when the set attributes were added, the equipment attained the strength expected of sixth-rank gear.

Of course, compared to what Wang Tao was wearing, except for the high ice attribute defense, the other attributes were still inferior, so there was no need for him to switch.

This type of Frostproof Suit, aside from the sixth rank, also had a fifth rank. The attributes of the fifth rank were somewhat lesser, but there were more of them. Wang Tao and his group didn’t need them, but they could potentially sell them to others or offer them to the Awakeners School...

In addition to these gains, there were still some things Wang Tao hadn’t managed to do, such as visiting Silver Serpent Base or checking out the place Shen Cuishan mentioned, where humans were sacrificed to increase strength.

However, there was no rush. He needed to return first and heal the six leopards—after all, they were still in critical HP, and if left too long, they might become incurable...

Soon, the Golden Eagle flew back into the airspace above Changhe Base.

"Huh? Have Lan Yulian and the others already returned? Well, that’s perfect..."

Wang Tao sensed Ding Yuqin’s presence, and thus he had the Golden Eagle land directly outside his villa.

"Wang Tao, you’re back!"

Ding Yuqin naturally sensed Wang Tao too, and she, along with others, was waiting at the doorway.

"Huh?"

Wang Tao was surprised to find that Chen Zhuang, the sole member of their small team who hadn’t awakened, had now awakened—and with a Healing Attribute ability no less! However, this Healing Ability was a bit different from the ones Wang Tao had seen before.

[HP: 150,000/150,000]

[Mana: 50,000/50,000]

[Level: Level 4]

[Internal Impurity: 1%]

[Awakening: Healing Hand]

[Healing Hand: Both hands carry healing energy]

Just by reading the introduction, Wang Tao wasn’t very clear on what this awakening entailed. Could it be healing required touching others?

"Congratulations, congratulations! I haven’t seen you in days, Old Chen, and you’ve finally awakened your healing ability!"

Wang Tao hopped down from the Golden Eagle and said to Chen Zhuang with a smile.

"Haha, it’s all thanks to everyone’s help! Plus, I got lucky, very lucky!"

Chen Zhuang was obviously very happy too.

He had had many chances to awaken before, but he had refused all of them because he wanted to awaken a healing attribute, and now he had finally gotten his wish.

"But I don’t quite understand your ability..."

Wang Tao asked curiously.

"My awakening is somewhat special. Although I’ve also learned the healing ability, using it doesn’t give me much of a bonus, at least not as much as Lan Yulian. But when I’m performing surgery, my healing ability greatly increases..."

Chen Zhuang scratched his head as he explained.

After his explanation, Wang Tao finally understood.

Simply put, when Chen Zhuang performed surgeries, he would apply a very powerful healing effect to the patient.

For example, usually after a surgery, a patient might need to rest for a long time to recover. But for Chen Zhuang, after he completed the surgery, the patient might be up and about right away!

Lan Yulian’s healing ability was strong, but some injuries couldn’t be cured, like missing arms or legs.

But Chen Zhuang made up for this deficiency. With his current ability, even if someone’s limbs were severed, as long as they weren’t completely shattered, he could reattach them and have the person bouncing around shortly after.

"This awakening isn’t bad at all!"

Wang Tao exclaimed with praise.

Chen Zhuang had been a surgeon for many years, and this healing ability allowed him to return to his old profession.

"Haha, I think it’s great too!"

Chen Zhuang laughed heartily.

Wang Tao patted Chen Zhuang on the shoulder, then called the leopards over.

"What’s this..."

Sensing the Level 5 Lord aura emanating from the leopards, everyone had their suspicions, but they were still somewhat incredulous.

"These are the ones I ran into in that rift, they’ll be following us from now on. Their names are Da Hua, Er Hua... Sister-in-law, go prepare some meat. Jade Lotus and Old Chen, you two provide them with healing, they’re still injured..."

Wang Tao briefly explained.

The six Level 5 Lords had indeed been tamed by Wang Tao!

Everyone was very excited, after all, it was the combat power of Level 5 Lords!

It was just that Wang Tao’s naming still left people speechless...

Ding Yuqin and others immediately got busy.

The leopards weren’t shy either, curiously surveying their new surroundings, acting just like several curious big cats. When one basin after another of meat was placed before them, the leopards were so excited they cried. They were finally eating meat again!

Their new master really kept his word; now they were completely subdued, both bodily and at heart!

Even when Ding Yuqin and the other Level 4, weaker humans were petting them like crazy, the leopards showed no impatience. After all, these were their benefactors!

Watching Ding Yuqin and the others curiously stroking the leopards, Wang Tao said with a smile:

"Don’t just stand around, since everyone’s here, you should also improve your strength."

"Eh? Do you have enough crystal cores? We saved some too, but they’re not enough..."

Hearing this, Ding Yuqin quickly brought out all the crystal cores they had saved, both Level 4 and Level 5.

"We have enough Level 4 crystal cores, and with these cores you’ve provided... it should be enough for you all to ascend. So, shall we start?"