Ling Yu felt time slipping away around him, unable to recall how he had spent those moments, only vaguely remembering the heavy blows he had endured. Soon after, school officials intervened, and Liu Jiang and the others quickly dispersed. Xing Ming and Liu Jiang likely used some connections; the school cited the chaos and difficulty in controlling the situation as reasons for their decision. Since only Ling Yu and Wang Le were caught at the scene, and considering Ling Yu's injuries, they decided to grant both of them a temporary suspension.
However, the true instigators of the conflict faced no consequences. The night wind was biting as Ling Yu sat on the cold stone steps, gazing at the starry sky, feeling an emptiness within him. He realized that some things could never return to how they once were.
Ling Yu's heart felt frozen in the cold night. He tried to reclaim the warmth of the past but found his hands unable to reach those distant memories. He felt the unfairness of fate, even entertaining thoughts of ending it all for a moment.
By the lakeside, he quietly observed the moon's reflection on the water. As his thoughts drifted, he saw his lonely silhouette; it seemed as if the lake whispered, beckoning him to enter its depths.
Suddenly, a few bolts of lightning streaked across the sky, startling Ling Yu and causing him to slip into the lake. The icy water shocked his skin, jolting him awake from his fall. He looked up at the deep, ink-like night sky; after the thunder, there was a profound silence that stirred an inexplicable strength within him.
Out of nowhere, a system notification echoed in his ears, seemingly from outer space: "Host meets conditions; system binding commencing." This voice left him both astonished and confused. He widened his eyes, staring at the moonlight on the lake's surface as a wave of indescribable anticipation washed over him.
What was happening? The system had completed its binding! As soon as it announced its completion, Ling Yu felt a strange power surge within him; his thoughts became exceptionally clear, and even his cold heart seemed to warm slightly.
A female voice resonated in his mind: "Due to your Yin constitution and abundant Yin Han energy within you, my system was originally in a dormant state. You have provided the necessary energy to reactivate me."
Beneath the lake, hundreds of meters down in an Ancient Tomb, a well-preserved coffin began to dissolve gradually. Just before it vanished completely, an eerie smile appeared on the face of the female corpse inside.
However, Ling Yu was oblivious to all this; he was immersed in the joy of possessing a system.
He eagerly asked, "System, can you tell me what you can do? With you by my side, what can I achieve?" The system replied: "I can grant you immense power. You need to provide me with Yin energy to sustain my operation. I can also help you alter your constitution, learn new skills, and even explore unknown worlds."
"What is Yin energy? How do I obtain it?" A thought suddenly flashed through Ling Yu's mind—was Yin energy akin to the cool breeze of night or the chilling lake water? He desperately wanted to know the answer and stared intently for an explanation.
The system's voice gently responded: "Yin energy is everywhere but is particularly abundant in human negative emotions. You can try absorbing energy from your surroundings to acquire it."
"Oh, I see. Since we are bound now, what can you do for me? What benefits will I receive? Is there a beginner's gift package?"
"Ah, host," came the reply. "Our system currently lacks sufficient energy and can only slightly enhance your physical condition. However, since you are injured right now, this function cannot be utilized. You can either wait until your body recovers or allow me to help restore your health for free; this will reduce my ability to adjust your body."
"Considering your era," continued the system, "it has automatically adjusted itself for your usage. When needed, simply summon this system in your mind to bring it forth. When capturing energy, I will also require your assistance. I will appear by issuing tasks; successfully completing these tasks will directly affect my recovery and enhance your abilities."
"A little tip: if tasks are not completed, there may be minor penalties."
Ling Yu listened intently, feeling both excited and nervous. "Then please help me restore my body first; I can't wait to experience this newfound power."
As soon as he finished speaking, he felt a warm energy flowing within him; that familiar Yin Han sensation gradually faded away, replaced by an unprecedented lightness. Determination sparkled in his eyes as he looked forward to the challenges that lay ahead.
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