However, that was in the past.
Now, with his extraordinary abilities, he felt that wealth and fame were within reach, and he had no sense of urgency. Take it slow, he thought.
After finishing the barbecue and tidying up, without saying a word to old Chen, he walked away and turned into a nearby alley, disappearing into a rundown neighborhood.
Returning to his rented room, barely ten square feet in size, it contained only a few basic necessities, daily essentials, and a dozen books that belonged to Yu Ze - his entire possessions in Donghai.
If he hadn't obtained his extraordinary abilities, he had planned to leave Donghai City this month, admitting defeat after years of struggling and returning home to live a peaceful life. But unexpectedly, his luck turned around, changing the course of his life's opportunities.
It is evident that one's achievements rely on personal efforts, but a little bit of luck is necessary as well.
After washing up in the shared bathroom, Yu Ze listened to the quarrel between a couple in the room opposite his. He closed his own door, but the thin door provided no sound insulation, allowing the continuous stream of arguing to penetrate through.
He didn't mind, as the room had no air conditioning and the only relief from the heat was a lonely fan, droning away. Yu Ze decisively took off all his clothes, except for his underwear, and stretched his body on the bed.
Then, with a somersault, Yu Ze leaped off the bed and effortlessly performed a one-finger handstand!
If this scene were witnessed by an outsider, they would be utterly astonished. Achieving a one-finger handstand requires an exceptionally high level of control, balance, and strength in the fingers, wrists, and core muscles. Even world-class gymnasts and fitness enthusiasts who strive for a one-finger handstand rely on walls or leverage to assist them; it is impossible to achieve this feat solely through the power of a single finger.
The distance between the human index and middle finger is negligible in comparison to the size of the human body. Moreover, considering the proportions of muscles and the body along the spine, maintaining balance in a one-finger handstand is extremely challenging. Even in a two-finger handstand, this remains the case.
Thus, it is unequivocally impossible for humans to achieve a one-finger handstand without any support, solely relying on a single index finger to support their entire body, as if their spine were a tall, upright pine tree!
Yet Yu Ze accomplished it. Using only his index finger, without leaning on any walls or leveraging objects, he effortlessly assumed a handstand position, defying all expectations. The exposed muscles in his arm, both flexors and extensors, displayed defined and distinct contours. It was unbelievable that such arm muscles and fingers could support his entire weight effortlessly.
As he inverted his body, each muscle exhibited a perfect curve reminiscent of a marble sculpture. Illuminated by the light from the ceiling, it seemed as if he had acquired a dazzling halo, presenting a visual impact akin to that of a deity among mortals.
Yu Ze's one-finger handstand, more awe-inspiring than tonight's extraordinary feats displayed on stage as if by magic, is likely to leave a more profound impression on people's hearts.
Slowly bending under the pressure, Yu Ze's finger flexed, causing his entire 85-kilogram body to descend gradually. Astonishingly, he was now performing one-finger push-ups!
With a series of consecutive one-finger handstand push-ups, Yu Ze smiled contentedly.
"I am the master of my own body!"
But are humans truly the masters of their own bodies?
No, every person is not the true master of their body but rather a slave!
A slave driven by bodily desires!
A slave bound by primitive instincts!
Negative influences such as hunger, cold, pain, and laziness dictated every individual's actions.
Furthermore, deeper desires such as greed, jealousy, appetite, and lust govern a person's subjectivity.
Yu Ze dares to claim that he is the master of half his body because he can reduce the negative effects on his body to the freezing point. He may feel hunger, but he will never suffer because of it. He may experience pain, but he will never cry out in agony. He may feel cold, but he will not be unable to withstand it. He may be greedy and jealous, but these instincts will not affect his rational judgment.
Therefore, Yu Ze declares himself the master of half his body.
However, he remains only half a master because, in the end, he is still just a "common man," not truly transcendent!
But if he completes the three trials, he will have the opportunity to have any wish granted.
The first trial is fame and fortune! Becoming the most prestigious person in the world!
Actually, rather than a trial, it is a judgement of his behavior, according to Yu Ze. In his perspective, even if he did not possess extraordinary abilities, he would eventually achieve success and fame as the master of his own body. With the added extraordinary abilities, fame and fortune are within his grasp, easily obtained like plucking fruit from a tree.
Can we truly call it a trial if there are no difficulties involved?
It is more like observation! Experimentation!
But Yu Ze does not mind. Compared to the unknown existence that bestowed him with everything, human civilization is insignificant. Whether it is observation or experimentation, the three trials must be completed, as he must seize the opportunity to have any wish granted.
A flash of ambition flickers in his eyes, but it is not a pursuit of fame and fortune; it is a higher, loftier pursuit!
As his thoughts race through his mind, in reality, he has been performing a one-finger handstand for five minutes and now feels the fatigue in his body. He gracefully lowers himself to the ground.
"Plop."
Drinking a bottle of mineral water, Yu Ze casually tosses it aside without a second thought. The bottle spins several times in mid-air, seemingly destined to land outside the trash can. However, inexplicably, it remains suspended in the air, slightly altering its trajectory before accurately falling into the trash can.
Indeed, this is Yu Ze's second extraordinary ability - telekinesis!
The ability is currently weak, but its potential is boundless.
In reality, while Yu Ze's body has undergone miraculous changes, it still adheres to the human physiological structure. Achieving and maintaining balance in a one-finger handstand is impossible without cheating. Telekinesis is the secret to his one-finger handstand, acting as an invisible leverage to maintain balance and alleviating some of the pressure on his finger.
Furthermore, he possesses another extraordinary ability - teleportation!
At present, this ability is also weak. According to the existence that revealed these abilities, continuous training can strengthen them. Completing each trial significantly enhances Yu Ze's extraordinary abilities.
In other words, even if it's not solely for the ultimate wish, Yu Ze must complete the trials for the sake of his extraordinary abilities alone.
"Establish an anchor point and teleport objects... The objects can't be too heavy, and there can only be one anchor point within close proximity. I must personally touch the object I teleport." Yu Ze murmurs.
With so many restrictions, it is still a remarkable and immensely powerful ability!
After all, there are no true extraordinary abilities or superpowers in this world. According to the existence, Yu Ze is the only person on Earth with extraordinary abilities!
Therefore, fame and fortune are not worth mentioning.
"Indeed, it is not difficult; this process is all about enjoyment. I have an abundance of time."
With a radiant smile, Yu Ze gives himself a thumbs up. "Keep going, tomorrow will be even better. Oh, by the way, it seems like I forgot to do something. What was it?"