Douluo; Zhongli Adventures in Mortal World with Paimon

"What are you standing around for? We didn't host that gentleman because he seemed wealthy!" Wang Mazi shouted at Wang Chen. "We did it because he treated us as humans, both in his words and his expressions!!"

Wang Mazi's anger was clear. Such a precious item in exchange for a bowl of porridge? And moreover, the man had even given them a name as a blessing. A mere bowl of porridge couldn't compare. No nobles would treat commoners as people, not even the main characters in the original story.

"Huh?" Wang Chen was startled. Seeing Wang Mazi's expression, he grabbed the gem on the table and dashed outside.

"Grandpa, I'll return this to them right away!"

During their conversation, neither noticed that the gem in Wang Chen's hand began to glow...

In reality, Zhongli and Paimon hadn't gone far. With Wang Mazi and Wang Chen's limited abilities, Zhongli could make sure they wouldn't be seen.

"Zhongli, that thing you left behind wasn't just a piece of amber, was it?"

"We have so much money now, but you said we don't have any."

"And then... wasn't that a Geo Vision?"

Paimon whispered. Others might not recognize a Vision, but she certainly did!

That was clearly a Geo Vision! And all this talk about not accepting charity!

Even though they were wealthy, Zhongli never mentioned such high-sounding principles when he was freeloading before!

"Yes, it's indeed a Geo Vision, but not one issued by Celestia."

"It was formed by my manipulation of Geo energy."

"Its effects are no different from a real Geo Vision."

Zhongli nodded, speaking frankly.

"Huh? Why would you do that?" Paimon blinked, puzzled.

A Vision for a meal? If the bank manager found out, he'd be able to keep Zhongli under control for a long time, wouldn't he?

Hearing this, Zhongli turned to look at Paimon, sighed, and said, "Paimon, one day you'll understand, and you'll know why."

"???" Paimon was taken aback. Realizing what he meant, she scowled, stomping her feet in mid-air. "You infuriating riddle master! Can't you explain things clearly? Just like that annoying guy who only knows how to laugh, you're so frustrating!"

"Shh!"

"?"

"Look at Wang Chen's first battle."

The scene shifted to Wang Chen.

After rushing out, Wang Chen didn't see Zhongli and Paimon. He stood there, confused.

Even though their village had over eighty households, there were no obstacles within five hundred meters of his house!

What's going on? Where did they go?

Zhongli and Paimon had just walked out, and he followed right after, yet he lost them?

Despite his lack of experience, Wang Chen realized he had encountered someone extraordinary!

Clenching his teeth, he held the "glass bead" and ran in a certain direction, not even considering one crucial detail.

Despite being extremely hungry and usually having no strength due to never eating enough, he felt different today.

He ran a hundred meters in one go without feeling any discomfort. In fact, his speed was increasing!

Gradually, the "glass bead" in his hand seemed to melt, turning into tiny golden lights that merged into his body.

This was Zhongli's safeguard for the otherworldly version of the Vision!

A Vision, essentially, is an external magical organ. Having a Vision allows one to wield corresponding elemental powers.

Since it's an external object, it can naturally be taken away or stolen.

The otherworldly version of the Vision improved this flaw, integrating directly into the body, becoming akin to a martial spirit.

Of course, this version of the Vision lacked the storage function of a real one...

It was similar to a martial spirit but not quite the same, meaning it couldn't absorb spirit rings.

With the otherworldly version of the Vision, enhancing one's strength was straightforward: continuously developing the abilities carried by the Vision.

The extent of its power and the user's strength entirely depended on their effort and the extent of their development.

Of course, the power of a Vision has its limits. After all, the Geo energy Zhongli used to condense it is finite, so naturally, there will be an upper limit. Unless the user surpasses this limit...

Once that limit is broken, the user will no longer be simply human.

As Wang Chen ran, he felt increasingly invigorated. Gradually, he noticed that the trees around him seemed to rush past much faster, and only then did he realize something was amiss.

"What's going on?"

At this moment, Wang Chen was stunned.

Is this really my speed?

It's not that he doubted himself, but he knew his own strength. He could never reach such speeds.

Something's not right!

He opened his right hand and looked at the "glass bead" in his hand.

At this moment, the last trace of golden light entered his body, just as he "caught" it.

"This..."

Wang Chen was dumbfounded. The "glass bead" turned into light and was absorbed by him?

His mouth opened slightly, feeling a lump in his throat!

After a while, a surge of information flowed into his mind, bringing Wang Chen back to his senses.

He spread his right hand again, and with a flash of golden light, the "glass bead" that had disappeared reappeared in his hand.

"!!!"

"Geo Vision."

"..."

"I, Wang Chen, how am I worthy..."

"Lord Zhongli, if one day I achieve great success, whether I ascend to the heavens or traverse the seas, I will surely come to repay your kindness!"

After saying this, Wang Chen knelt on the ground with a thud, bowing three times in all directions.

He didn't know where Zhongli was, but one of those directions must be right!

Just as Wang Chen stood up, a few sounds made his hair stand on end.

"Roar~"

This was clearly the roar of wild beasts.

Normally, he would wish for a pair of extra legs to run faster.

But now it was different. Although he was still afraid, he felt he had some ability to protect himself.

In a matter of moments, a few creatures that looked like wolves but walked upright appeared in front of Wang Chen.

"Wolf... Wolf Thieves!"

Wang Chen's pupils shrank. He never expected that the beast sounds he heard were actually from the legendary Wolf Thieves!

He had only heard about Wolf Thieves from the village elders.

They are extremely terrifying and very cruel...

Most importantly, these creatures actually abduct human women...

"Didn't the Spirit Hall eradicate the Wolf Thieves?"

"How could there be Wolf Thieves here?"

Wang Chen was trembling all over. Just half an hour ago, he was just an ordinary village boy!

Seeing the Wolf Thieves, how could he not be afraid?

"I... I can't run!"

"The village is behind me. If I run..."

"If I run, what will happen to Grandpa? What will happen to everyone?"

Wang Chen trembled all over. He was scared, but there was also a bit of excitement. This was the latent fighting spirit within him.

As Wang Chen noticed the Wolf Thieves, they also noticed him. Without any hesitation, a few of them charged towards Wang Chen...