Ji Tianqi had not obtained Luo Xiancheng's superpower; his energy value was boosted solely based on absorbing Luo Xiancheng's superpower.
After confirming this, some people breathed a sigh of relief, while others felt a sense of regret and pity.
The focus then shifted to Ji Tianqi's mention of an otherworldly divine skill, or as he called it, 'a new fantasy.'
The research group had never heard of this martial arts skill, but they weren't surprised.
In their view, these were just fantasies concocted by Ji Tianqi.
However, after Ji Tianqi's explanation and their own investigations, they found a martial arts technique similar to Nine Yang Skill and Beiming Skill, both of which were inspired by martial arts novels.
"God-shining Skill, on a level basis, is the same as Nine Yang Skill and Beiming Skill. However, in some ways, God-shining Skill is even more powerful,"
"It can turn bones to flesh and even resurrect the dead!"
Having confirmed the effects of this martial arts skill, which might have two specific manifestations, everyone became excited.
The reason it was only 'possible' was because these were merely fantasies of Ji Tianqi's, based on his fantasies of 'Beiming Skill' and 'Nine Yang Skill,' which had given him similar superpowers.
"In martial arts novels, there are people whose rib bones are penetrated or limbs are crippled, yet they recover completely using the God-shining Skill."
"There's also someone who hanged themselves, and while completely dead, was resurrected by God-shining Skill; it truly was a resurrection."
"The former is akin to self-healing superpowers like those in comic movies, like Wolverine or Deadpool. Of course, not with such rapid healing speed."
"The latter is like the priests in games who can resurrect others. Though they can't be dead too long and the bodies must remain intact, it's still considered a resurrection."
"This..."
Although no definite results had yet been obtained from the experiments related to Ji Tianqi's Beiming Skill and those concerning Luo Xiancheng,
Everyone was eager to start a new experimental project.
"If we could succeed, this would indeed be a new superpower, right? And it would be two kinds."
"Does success mean that Ji Tianqi would be able to acquire and learn God-shining Skill in the otherworld?"
"Yes."
"So how many superpowers does he actually have, no, how many superpowers can he awaken?"
"At least swallowing and absorbing others' energy, that's one kind."
"That's irrational."
"Is there a possibility, I mean, a possibility?"
Finally, someone officially made a conjecture that silenced all the participants in the meeting.
"Ji Tianqi is actually a psychic type of superpower user; his superpower is confidence at its peak. Or put differently, whim-driven, Power of Thoughts, Fantasy Materialization.
Yes, Fantasy Materialization! I think this description fits the best."
"..."
"Then why doesn't he just fantasize that he is God or the Three Pure Ones?"
"He can't handle it. It's like with Luo Xiancheng's superpower; it exceeded his own control power, so he couldn't control it."
"You mean Ji Tianqi's 'Fantasy Materialization' superpower is so strong that, to protect himself and have better control power, he set conditions for himself requiring adventures in the otherworld to enhance his strength?"
"Yes. Or you could say, his superpower is so strong that it drove him crazy."
"There are indeed many examples of those who went mad because their superpowers were too strong, especially psychic types."
"We have a patient here who, because he could hear the voices of flowers, plants, trees, and even tables and chairs, went mad."
"Be more precise in your language; we still can't confirm whether he can truly hear these... inanimate objects' voices, or if it's just his fantasy."
"It's almost the same thing."
"Back to the main point, we need to decide now whether we want to help Ji Tianqi become stronger, meaning, provide him with props and assistance so he can attain God-shining Skill in the otherworld of his fantasies!"
"It's just self-healing superpowers and the superpower to resurrect others that save lives, I think there's no problem, and it's very useful."
"But he's mentally ill. What if he gets worse because he becomes stronger?"
"Alternatively, becoming stronger might reduce the severity of his madness due to his superpowers being too strong to handle, or he might even recover fully."
In the incessant discussion, Ji Tianqi's guardian, Bai Xiuchu, couldn't help but speak out.
"Actually, the Security Administration Bureau has a rule — never fully trust any hero because they could potentially become supervillains."
"What do you mean?"
"Ji Tianqi hasn't done anything wrong, and according to the records, he sought out the authorities immediately upon learning that he could cross to the otherworld and was willing to share the martial arts he obtained there with the officials."
Bai Xiuchu stated something everyone present knew about even earlier than she did.
Then she stated her view firmly.
"Ji Tianqi belongs to the Order Camp, so until he commits a crime, we should not assume, just because his superpowers are a bit strange and powerful, that he will turn into a villain."
The person in charge pondered for a moment and asked, "Do you think, if we let Ji Tianqi capture supervillains, he would take the opportunity to escape?"
"No," Bai Xiuchu said with certainty, "He needs our help, like with the Wave Striding Steps he is currently practicing."
The practice of Wave Striding Steps requires knowledge of the Eighty-eight Trigrams of the Yi Jing, so as soon as a very specialized teacher was available, Ji Tianqi began his studies.
Without the research center, Ji Tianqi would perhaps have been able to find relevant experts on his own, but certainly not as quickly.
The person in charge frowned and said, "But he actually no longer needs much of our help, his foundations in ancient texts are already very high now, and knowledge like the Yijing Bagua, he hardly uses, and might even no longer need it in the future."
"I think he needs us more than before."
"How so?"
"Previously, he had only stayed at Kunlun Mountain for six or seven years, newly entered into the world of martial arts, and only encountered some small-time thieves before encountering the strange event at Linglong Chess.
Now, he has become a master and has been forced into the entanglements of gratitude and resentments among people like You Yazi and Niu Chunqiu in an otherworldly realm.
I think hunting down Niu Chunqiu is no big problem, but there might be even more formidable people or martial arts organizations behind Niu Chunqiu.
Moreover, once he kills Niu Chunqiu, he will become famous. As in martial arts novels, the higher the fame, the more troubles, and the enemies he encounters will also become stronger.
That world is a High Martial World, even with a century-old skill, he's not truly a strong figure."
The person in charge pondered and said, "Are you implying that he might use modern weapons when he faces danger?"
"Exactly, apart from fantasizing about crossing to an otherworldly universe, he is no different from a normal person."
Bai Xiuchu nodded and said, "Since he is a normal person, then he would believe more in the power of firearms. Plus, ancient people have never seen firearms and are totally unprepared for them; even the topmost masters could be hit."
"…"
As they listened, the way people looked at Bai Xiuchu started to change—could this person actually believe in Ji Tianqi's delusions?
During the silence, someone voiced their opposition.
"Ji Tianqi has a mental illness; he fantasizes about being able to cross to another world, but in reality, he is still in our world. So, if we gave him lethal weapons, he could very likely cause serious damage, and even casualties."
Bai Xiuchu countered, "We could place him and the weapons in a safe place, say, a desolate wilderness."
"But he can move, and he is very fast now after learning the Wave Striding Steps. What if he takes the weapons and runs to a populated area?"
"Then find a Superpower User to set up an energy field, a barrier. Or maybe, an abandoned offshore drilling platform. I think we can definitely manage something in this aspect."
"What if he becomes so strong from it that we can't control him anymore?"
"Please don't change the subject, we were just discussing whether Ji Tianqi needs us."
"So?"
"So, he will choose to cooperate with us rather than run away, and certainly not just become a super criminal."
"What if his desires later become uncontrollable, turning him into a criminal?"
"If the 'if' you mentioned is the reason we must strictly control Ji Tianqi, then shouldn't we control all Superpower Users rigorously?"
"…"
While the opposition was silent, Bai Xiuchu raised his tone.
"In movies and comics, even though Iron Man could build the Anti-Thor or Anti-Hulk Armor, as long as Thor and Hulk don't do evil, such armors won't be used.
Even though Batman collects Kryptonite and builds weapons, he keeps them hidden unless Superman chooses to break the law and commit crimes.
Our laws also adhere to the principle of 'presumption of innocence', not allowing forced confessions under torture or coerced guilty pleas.
You've known Ji Tianqi for a maximum of seven years.
I ask you all, would you rather see him become a hero, or use stringent control he'll definitely resist to turn him into a criminal?"
Xiao Wu carefully raised his hand and said in a low voice, "I also think that Ji Tianqi can become a hero."
Apart from him and Bai Xiuchu, no one voiced agreement or opposition.
The person in charge frowned and asked, "As you said, we've known him a long time, but you've known him for less than a month. Tell me, why are you willing to believe in him?"
Bai Xiuchu paused slightly before opening up.
"Because you mentioned, he dreams of becoming a hero. Also, he is willing to help Luo Xiancheng."
"Hmm? Willing to help Luo Xiancheng?"
"If his superpower is truly Fantasy Materialization, then I have reason to believe that his ability to absorb Luo Xiancheng's energy is because he wants to do so.
It's because... he wants to help Luo Xiancheng, so he let the Beiming Skill take effect.
This choice and hope based more on his subconscious is enough to prove that he is willing to help others, willing to help more people."
The conference room quieted for a moment before the person in charge softly made a decision.
"We need a test, yes, an exercise, an exercise Ji Tianqi doesn't know is an exercise, to see if he can indeed become a hero."
A hero?
Thinking of those celebrity heroes of the Hero Association, Little Wang couldn't help speaking up.
"Ji Tianqi is strong and might get even stronger; we should let him join the Security Administration Bureau for tighter control. The superheroes of the Hero Association are too free, for someone with his mental disorders..."
"A hero, not a superhero."
The person in charge interrupted Little Wang sternly, "Hero is a title we've had in Dragon Country since ancient times, not a superhero. Thus, we are the Hero Association, not a Super Hero Association."
Little Wang apologized awkwardly, "My bad, I spoke too hastily, then let him join the Security Administration Bureau..."
"No, at least not for now." The person in charge paused briefly, explaining, "Because the heroes of the Hero Association don't have the authority to enforce the law. That itself is a restriction."
Everyone understood.
Having a person with mental illnesses join the Security Administration Bureau to attain enforcement power would be too crazy.