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Chapter 79 Who told you I have superpowers?
Haiqu is shrouded in mist.

Some people stay away from the secret realm, while others come towards it.

Half of the city was swept away by the secret realm, and a large number of survivors were trapped inside. Even though great danger was about to appear, the organization would not abandon these people.

Ten superhumans were selected from the military and gathered together at a temporary observation post not far from the entrance to the secret realm.

Within the secret realm, spiritual energy is abundant, amplifying the power of extraordinary individuals and allowing them to play a greater role.

Moreover, as extraordinary individuals who constantly pursue the truth and mysteries, they can observe the world more directly through spiritual power. These people have a clearer understanding of reality and illusion, and can resist the influence of cognitive illusions at a certain level, finding a way back from the secret realm.

However, the first level is not enough. The first level is only slightly different from ordinary people in terms of this kind of understanding. According to Su Xun's experience in his previous life, even if he returned from the shallowest secret realm, he would need to be at the second level.

The only consolation is that superhumans are born as first-tier extraordinary beings, and given enough conditions, they can quickly advance to the second tier. This is the reason they went to the secret realm this time. Otherwise, they wouldn't even have a chance to come out themselves, let alone save others.
Now, they stood before the entrance to the secret realm, with the white mist stretching to the horizon. These people had all read the relevant information and possessed extraordinary abilities themselves, so they were naturally more accepting of this supernatural event.

But being able to accept it doesn't mean you won't be afraid, or that you won't have any resistance.

They knew where they were going, a place beyond human comprehension, which could be described as another new world.

Once you step into that maze, whether you can return is unknown, not to mention that there are potentially deadly dangers lurking within.

Looking at the soldiers of varying ages in front of him, Dong Jie, the regimental commander, felt a mix of emotions.

Nowadays, many active-duty soldiers are assigned to the reserve and militia as key personnel. In a rush, they cannot find enough suitable candidates. Among the people in front of them are new recruits who have just participated in a month of training and may have been students before, as well as militiamen who have just been conscripted and are just ordinary people who are a bit stronger.

The anxiety and confusion on their faces were evident, but they still came and participated in this mission from which there was no chance of return.

Dong Jie had always felt that this was their job, and at this moment he solemnly said to these people, "I won't say much more, but on behalf of the people and comrades trapped in the secret realm, I thank you in advance!"

The young man seemed a little uneasy, but the older militiaman smiled nonchalantly: "There's nothing to thank me for. My family is all gone. Even if I can't come back, it doesn't matter. Isn't it good to be able to make a contribution?"

"That's not how it works; we still have a future together."

Dong Jie patted him on the shoulder and didn't say anything more. A soldier brought over bowls of wine, and Dong Jie personally distributed a bowl to everyone present.

"Come on, comrades, drink this bowl of wine."

"Now we can also say that the time has come when the organization and the people need us!"

"Our mission is to go in, bring them hope, and ultimately return home with them!"

The eleven people drank the wine in their bowls in one gulp. The two young men seemed to be less skilled at drinking; one's face turned red and the other kept coughing.

Dong Jie burst into laughter, and after the two recovered, he took the lead: "Let's go!"

The group boarded two heavily armed vehicles and resolutely set off towards the secret realm. The two vehicles were linked by ropes to ensure they wouldn't get separated during the cognitive dissonance. For the superhumans on board, the process of entering this place was unsettling yet also quite novel. They gradually moved further and further away in a hazy and dazed state, and when the thick fog gradually dissipated, they arrived in another world.

As soon as they entered, the superhumans in the car sensed something different. The surrounding scenery seemed unreal and illusory. They tried to grasp that difference, but it was too blurry to see clearly.

In addition, the abundant spiritual energy filled the space, and everyone's superpowers became exceptionally active. Several people with physical enhancement abilities suddenly felt a lightness in their bodies, as if some kind of constraint had been removed, while those with elemental affinity also realized that they could have a deeper impact on the surrounding elements and that the range of influence they could have was also wider.

The young man who had been coughing from the alcohol submitted a report, and after Dong Jie agreed, he got out of the car alone and tried to use his special ability.

He is a rare magic-type ability user who can release a fireball with his ability. In the outside world, the damage this fireball can cause is limited, and may even be less than when he chops zombies with an axe.

But now, a bright, blazing ball of fire elemental appeared in his hand. With a gentle toss, the fireball flew to a distant boulder, and with a soft "poof," a basketball-sized crater was burned into the boulder.

The young man's face was a little pale, but he couldn't help but get excited. Although having superpowers was a very lucky thing, he always felt that this ability was not very strong, so he always joked that he was just a lighter.

At this moment, this ability finally unleashed its true, extraordinary power, a situation that would excite all those with superpowers.

Although the attack had left the young man quite exhausted, the fatigue quickly vanished. He could even feel his body, like a nearly withered blade of grass, constantly drawing rain and dew from the surrounding air.

He had a premonition that once he fully recovered, the power of his superpower would definitely increase again.

Turning around, some teammates also got out of the car to test their abilities. The young man discovered that he was the only one among these people with magical abilities. Among the rest, some had physical enhancements, most of them had increased strength and could easily lift heavy guns without feeling the weight. There was also one whose skin had become tougher and could not be pierced by a knife.

The elemental affinity abilities are even more diverse. There are earth element abilities, which can make the ground surge and churn according to one's will, whereas in the outside world one can only sense the earth trembling.

There is also the element of metal. In the past, one could only sense the state of metal through spiritual power, but now it can make the weapon glow with a dim white light. Obviously, its sharpness has been greatly improved.

Overall, this young man showed the most improvement and had the most powerful ability, which made him quite proud. He looked at Dong Jie and saw that the other party had not made any move but was observing the surrounding situation. He couldn't help but ask curiously, "Captain, what is your ability?"

Dong Jie snapped out of his daze and smiled again: "Who told you I have superpowers?"

These words stunned all the superhumans present: "Captain, you don't have superpowers? Then you..."

"Yeah, no." Dong Jie smiled nonchalantly. "I came in to organize the disaster victims and contact the soldiers who were scattered here. Many of them are my subordinates. As for how to get out, that's up to you guys."

"However, there's no need to put too much pressure on us. There are also people with superpowers among the survivors here. Perhaps they can advance faster than us. Finding them and explaining the situation is also a way."

The arrogance that had just risen in the young man's heart vanished in an instant. He stared blankly at Dong Jie, who was comparing the scene in front of him with the data.

He suddenly realized that even though he possessed powerful superpowers, he still lacked a great deal compared to these people.

(End of this chapter)