There are too many teammates who are complete losers.

Chapter 10 Intuitive Choice

Lu Ren recalled the few pieces of beast meat he ate at the restaurant last night. That was the first time he felt 'full,' with power surging through his body... Was it then?

There is no other explanation at the moment. Too many things happened last night, and he didn't have time to properly feel and examine them. Now that he can clearly feel that his strength has increased and see the improvement in his attributes, he can't help but feel happy.

He then looked at his talent, the "Gluttony Sin of the Passerby," a talent that had made him look ridiculous from hunger these past two days. Maybe it was actually quite powerful.

Shen Yaoxing frowned, looking puzzled: "A passerby's profession? A profession I've never seen before? Is it recorded? Which category does it belong to?"

I thought you'd laugh when you saw this.

Shen Yaoxing frowned slightly. "So, in your imagination, I would do something so rude?"

If it were Miss Shen from last night, she would have patted his shoulder and laughed like a goose, but the Miss Shen during the day was a bit serious, and Lu Ren preferred to be with a more serious Miss Shen.

The young lady, oblivious to his impolite thoughts, asked with a serious expression, "Your total attribute is clearly 36, so why is your main attribute also showing as 36?"

"What does 'main attribute' mean?"

"You looked at my stats panel last night, didn't you?"

"I only glanced at it, I didn't see it clearly." Lu Ren added, afraid she wouldn't believe him, "There aren't even streetlights on that mountain, how could you see anything clearly?"

Shen Yaoxing glanced at him, but didn't seem to care, and began to explain:

"The attribute with the highest value on the awakening panel is the main attribute, and all other attributes are secondary attributes."

Wow, there are nine tiebreakers, with no highest score.

No, according to the display, all nine items are his main attributes.

"What's the difference between primary and secondary attributes?" Lu Ren asked humbly.

Having never learned anything about professionals before, Lu Ren wasn't very clear about these attributes either.

"For professionals, the most important thing is to improve their attributes, and there are two ways to improve attributes: one is to break through realms, and the other is to train regularly."

When you break through a realm, your attributes will increase dramatically, but the increase multiplier is different for each person. If your initial value of the main attribute is 10 points, then the multiplier is only 2. When you break through a realm, all your attributes will double.

If someone has 20 points, the multiplier is 4. If someone reaches 30 points, then that person's multiplier is 8.

Oh right, the so-called "initial value of the main attribute" is the value of the highest attribute when you first awaken. My main attribute is Inspiration, and the initial value of Inspiration is 25. That is to say, when I break through, 25 is the initial value of my main attribute.

Besides realm breakthroughs, there are other attributes that can be improved through regular training. However, unlike breakthroughs, only the main attributes can be increased through training and combat; the secondary attributes cannot be improved.

In addition to primary and secondary attributes, there are also secondary attributes.

Secondary attributes are the two additional attributes in the same category as the primary attribute among the eight secondary attributes.

Just like the three attributes of physical cultivation: physique, vitality, and weapon manipulation, if physique is the primary attribute, then vitality and weapon manipulation are secondary attributes.

Lu Ren nodded thoughtfully: "So everyone else focuses on one or two subjects... I'm like a student who gets 60 points in all subjects. Although I'm not outstanding, I'm well-rounded, so my 'overall score' will be very high in the future?"

Shen Yaoxing glanced at him: "The analogy is simple, but... it's close enough."

Lu Ren then asked, "What was so special about that attribute that time?"

"Secondary attributes will receive a 5% to 30% bonus to the primary attribute."

As Shen Yaoxing spoke, she pondered, her gaze sweeping back and forth between Lu Ren's face and his attribute panel, as if she were studying something.

Lu Ren took notes word by word, noting the main attributes, secondary attributes, and initial values. These were crucial for a professional, as they concerned their potential.

After a long while, Shen Yaoxing let out a long sigh and exclaimed:

"Your potential is somewhat beyond my expectations."

"What do you mean?"

Shen Yaoxing guessed wrong: "If I'm not mistaken, when you awakened your attribute panel, each attribute should have 3 points, for a total of 27 attribute points, right?"

He nodded honestly: "...That's right."

Lu Ren was a little unaccustomed to the young lady's sharp mind.

"But now every single one of your attributes has increased. Logically speaking, only the main attribute can be improved through combat and daily training. In other words... just like the attribute panel shows, all of your attributes are main attributes."

If we calculate based on the initial value of 27 points, that means you'll get a 6.49-fold attribute increase with each breakthrough. Although the low initial value will make you relatively weak in the early stages, your potential is very high in the later stages...

Are there any other types with multiple main attributes?

"Yes, for example, the 'Blazing Sun Guardian' profession of the Ji Clan of Tiandu has both Physique and Vitality as its main attributes, which are both physical attributes. However, among all the recorded professions, there are at most 3 main attributes. Your 9 main attributes are unheard of!"

Her tone was excited but also very calm: "However, having more main attributes is not necessarily a good thing. Your weakness is also obvious. All your values ​​are too even. Even if your total attributes are very high later, when you break it down to each individual attribute, you can't compare with the top geniuses who specialize in one.

"So, does that mean I should fall into the category of excellent?"

"No, he's a genius, a genius that's rare even among the top aristocratic families."

Lu Ren stood to the side, hands clasped in his pockets: "What makes you say that?"

"Both of your talents are 'enviable by the heavens'."

Another new proper noun appeared, and before Lu Ren could ask, Shen Yaoxing explained:

"Talent is talent, and there should be no price to pay. However, some people are so talented that they will be envied by the heavens and pay a price. Such talent is called 'divine envy,' and those professionals who are envied by the heavens are all people with great talent."

The sin of pride grants him unconditional access to skills, but he cannot use the remains of spirit beasts he did not kill. The sin of gluttony grants him powerful digestive abilities, even allowing him to absorb spirit remains, but it makes him prone to hunger.

Lu Ren asked, "Just like your talent?"

"Yes, my talent 'Ominous Star' is also 'Heaven's Jealousy,' which gives me double the boost at night, but it also has serious side effects."

As Lu Ren listened to the young lady's logical analysis, he nodded in agreement, unconsciously mimicking a goblin stroking his chin... So, he was actually a genius after all?

"But that's only in theory."

Seeing that he seemed a little smug, Shen Yaoxing poured cold water on him at the right time.

"The professional arena is never short of geniuses. Some are invincible in theory, but end up stuck at a bottleneck for half their lives, or die young... The chosen ones are as bright as stars, but the night sky here is always full of twinkling stars. If you can advance all the way, this era will surely have a place for you, but..."

Shen Yaoxing snorted lightly, her face displaying an air of undeniable confidence: "Who isn't?"

"I see."

"Your talent is very high, but you will be weaker than the average person in the early stages. If someone protects you and helps you smoothly transition through the early stages, your future will be smooth sailing, but your family background does not seem to be good. I can provide you with support for your early growth."

Shen Yaoxing looked at him, a fire burning in her beautiful eyes: "So, how about coming with me to explore the Linjiang Void Realm?"

Although the young lady was more normal during the day, her slightly childish nature remained unchanged.

"But if I was actually so weak in the beginning, why did the young lady still choose me?"

Shen Yaoxing chuckled and said, "Your greatest value is just one thing, do you know what it is?"

"What is it?"

"More important than talent is my intuition. My intuition tells me that you are a trustworthy person who can help me."

"I see, it was just intuition again, but..."

Lu Ren already had some plans, but he was still a little worried: "I don't have any skills or training. Would it be dangerous to go to the virtual world rashly?"

"The illusory beasts in the Linjiang Earth Forest are very weak, with the highest level being only Bronze. They are perfect for low-level professionals to explore. Even novice professionals without skills can go in and train with firearms. I have a private account with 20 yuan in it, which is enough for us to arm ourselves."

You're quite well-prepared, young lady, with a forged ID card and a secret bank card.

Since things have come to this point, what else could Lu Ren say but to just follow along?

He went to pack a few clothes, ready to make a big splash.

First, make a fortune, then have a good meal, use the money to slap Lu Youhe in the face, then take her out for another good meal, and then have her eat well every day, while also paying Lu Youhe's tuition fees.

By the way, this little sister is so stupid, let's sign her up for a few more tutoring classes so she can study until 10 p.m. every night!

The thought of it made him incredibly excited.

Lu Ren's idea of ​​becoming a professional is simple: make a lot of money, eat well, and support Lu Youhe.

Seeing that Lu Ren had agreed, Shen Yaoxing's expression remained unchanged, but she was overjoyed inside.

A 6.49x attribute boost, skill acquisition without level restrictions, and the ability to increase spiritual power by consuming spirit remains—it's truly unimaginable that a commoner could possess such talent… Even if I were to return to my clan and face criticism, recruiting such a brilliant talent for the Shen family of Linjiang would be an immense achievement.

Such a genius, yet she found him when he was still a hidden dragon. She thought of the ancient encounters between rulers and ministers, like stars shining brightly together. Wise rulers recognized talent with discerning eyes, embraced talent with humility, and entrusted them with trust; capable ministers devoted their wisdom and loyalty, like King Wen visiting a wise man by the Wei River, or Emperor Zhaolie of Han visiting Zhuge Liang's thatched cottage three times. Perhaps she and Xiao Luzi would also become a legendary couple in the future!

However, she also knew that she would have to put in more effort to show the other party her genuine desire to recruit talent before she could completely win him over.

As expected, I am blessed by fate because I possess the "lucky star"!

"..." Was he favored by fate?

Thinking of this, Shen Yaoxing's eyelashes trembled, her beautiful eyes filled with countless thoughts.

Yes, how lucky! But is this her own answer? Or was it the answer from the stars all along?

"Fate..." she murmured, feeling as if she had escaped the spiderweb of fate and thought she had reached the ground, but little did she know that it was actually an even thicker spider silk, a giant web too large to be observed.

Seeing Lu Ren return with the laundry, she asked, "What else do you need to pack? Just bring a few clothes."

Something's happened.

Lu Ren came back from outside carrying clothes and said in a low voice.

Shen Yaoxing immediately became alert: "What is it?"

"I just went out to collect the laundry and saw several unfamiliar faces loitering downstairs. I suspect they are people from your clan."

"What?!"

Shen Yaoxing's heart skipped a beat, but she quickly regained her composure: "How can you be sure? Maybe it was just passing by."

"They stayed nearby, glancing up at us every now and then, I don't know what they were discussing."

"Well, that can't be sure either..."

"They were even wearing suits."

Shen Yaoxing walked to the bedside, peeked through the gap in the blinds, and looked down. Sure enough, there were six or seven tall men in sharp suits.

"Why did you find this place..." She turned to look at Lu Ren, and for a moment she doubted him.

Lu Ren speculated, "Could it be that someone saw your face when you came back with me last night and then reported it?"

Last night, the Shen family sent people to search the area and inquired at various small hotels.

Shen Yaoxing panicked: "Now, now..." She absolutely couldn't be caught now.

She didn't want to go back. What a load of bull! A marriage alliance between noble families! She didn't want to marry someone she'd never even met!

"Let's run away," Lu Ren suddenly said.

Shen Yaoxing was startled and turned to look at the boy. He stuffed his clothes into his bag, zipped it up, and slung it over his shoulder. He looked up at her as well. It seemed like the first time she had met his gaze. Even though he was saying something as lame as "Run away," for a moment, he actually gave her a sense of security.

"How do we escape?" she asked instinctively.

"The downstairs area is blocked. Let's go upstairs. The buildings in the urban village are very dense. We'll jump from the rooftop to the next building... I just saw them getting ready to go upstairs. Let's hurry."

Lu Ren was very efficient. After packing his things, he slightly opened the door and gestured for Shen Yaoxing to follow.

Seeing that she was still a little dazed, he went over and grabbed her hand to leave.

"What are you standing there for? Let's go!"

When Shen Yaoxing came to his senses, he found that the other person had already pulled him onto the rooftop.

She flung his hand away and ran faster than him, saying as she ran, "That's the Shen family of Linjiang! I thought you were going to betray me!"

"I haven't found another job yet. What kind of corporate slave would dare to quit without a backup plan?" Lu Ren ran very fast, feeling as thrilled as jumping off the second floor after washing his feet to skip out on a bill.

What is a "corporate slave"?

"I'll explain when I have a chance. Jump over there, the door to the rooftop over there isn't closed, we'll go down from there..."

"Clang—!"

However, at that moment, the rooftop door was kicked open, and a group of men in suits rushed out.

"They're here!"

"Where do you think you're going to run off to!"

The two looked back. Shen Yaoxing shuddered in fright, while Lu Ren steeled his resolve.

Although he didn't know why the young lady had run away from home, he absolutely couldn't offend Shen Yaoxing. If they could escape, everything would be fine; if they couldn't escape, he couldn't let Shen Yaoxing think that he had caused her to be captured and taken back.

"Young Miss, run! I'll stay here and hold them off!"

Shen Yaoxing never expected that this temporary underling would be so loyal!

But now is not the time to be sentimental!

She gritted her teeth, her mind a jumble of emotions, ran to the edge of the rooftop, and jumped towards the building opposite, shouting as she fled, "If any of you dare to really hurt him, when I get back, none of you will escape!"

Hearing this from afar, Lu Ren felt relieved and then looked at the approaching men in suits with a look of grim determination.

Come on, don't pity me just because I'm a delicate flower!

Several men in suits were a bit confused about the two's intentions. They exchanged glances, and one of them, a bald man, stepped forward, looking menacing.

"Lu Ren! Where do you think you're going?"

Eh?

"Stop playing dumb! Your dad owes our casino 200,000. We already forgave you for two days because you said it was only 2,000. Now you owe us 198,000, and today is the deadline. Pay up now!"

"..."

Lu Ren scratched his head, turned around and ran to the edge of the rooftop, then jumped off.

After landing on the other side, he chased after the direction Shen Yaoxing had left, running with a determined look on his face.

I, Lu Ren, swear to follow Miss to the death!