LGHTNOVELBOOK Chapter 153: Chapter 152
The early morning sun filtered through the blinds, casting long rays of light across Alex's room. Sitting at his desk, he felt an unfamiliar but invigorating energy pulsing deep within. It had been a few days since the shift from mental to soul power, yet each day was bringing a new depth of clarity, a profound sensation that reached into places within him he hadn't previously known. He closed his eyes, letting the energy course through him, calm yet potent.
"Cognichip," he murmured, reaching inward. "Activate."
[Cognichip stimulation active.]
The familiar hum of the Cognichip's presence brushed against his awareness, and immediately Alex was flooded with a deeper sense of his body—his cells, his organs, down to the most minute parts of himself. The detailed view had always been fascinating, but now, with soul power, there was something more. Each cell appeared more vivid, carrying a warmth he could almost touch.
His mind's focus narrowed, honing in on his DNA—he could see the double-helix strands like a microscopic highway of his life's coding. It was mesmerizing, but even more astonishing was what lay beneath.
"The life code," he whispered, eyes widening as he focused further. Woven subtly through the double helix, almost invisible without the soul power's depth, he saw it—a secondary, intricate sequence, glowing faintly with cosmic energy. This life code was a hidden thread binding him to something far beyond the human experience, the very core of the abilities ability users wielded.
"Life code confirmed," he muttered. "It's not just DNA; it's… woven in. Almost like it's syncing with something else."
[Correct,] the Cognichip chimed in. [The life code forms the genetic basis for cosmic adaptation in ability users. It reflects the integration of cosmic energy with natural biology, unlocking potentials beyond standard evolution.]
"Potential… So the abilities I'm seeing, the ones other users wield, they're linked directly to this sequence?" Alex asked, captivated.
[Affirmative. This hidden layer interacts with cosmic energy, creating a unique framework for each individual's abilities. It's unlike anything in current human understanding.]
Alex's mind was racing with the possibilities. With this newfound depth of sight, he could not only understand these hidden sequences but perhaps even adapt or learn from them. "So, I could eventually understand these codes well enough to manipulate them?"
[Theoretically, yes,] the Cognichip replied. [However, manipulation requires advanced soul power levels. Your current level permits viewing and minor interaction, but alteration is not feasible without further cultivation.]
Alex let out a slow breath. The life code, hidden within him all along, felt like it held answers to questions he hadn't yet formed.
"Alright, let's try something else." He focused outward, extending his awareness beyond himself. With mental power, he could sense the energies around him, but now, with soul power, it was like peeling back another layer of reality. What once felt like faint pulses or blurred lines now revealed themselves as actual currents, threads of energy interwoven throughout his environment.
He stretched his hand forward, fingertips brushing an invisible stream of cosmic energy that threaded through the room, its soft glow now visible to his enhanced senses.
"Is this… cosmic energy directly? Flowing here?" he asked, more to himself than to Cognichip.
[Confirmed. Cosmic energy pervades all environments, it's forms everything] the Cognichip replied. [With soul power, you are now capable of perceiving it directly, rather than simply sensing its presence.]
"It's surreal," Alex murmured, running his fingers through the air as he watched faint trails of energy swirl in response. "Like an invisible current. I can feel it now, like it's… alive, breathing."
[Correct. Cosmic energy possesses an inherent rhythm, interacting dynamically with life and the environment,] the Cognichip responded. [Your soul power enables you to observe this rhythm, while mental power at higher stage, theorically only offers the ability to manipulate this Rythm. Further cultivation will grant you the ability to engage with these energies at will.]
He nodded thoughtfully, eyes tracing the currents flowing through the room. He wondered what this newfound perception could lead to, what heights he could reach with control over the very energy that sustained life itself. "Cognichip," he asked, "do you have any guidance on how to refine this control? My senses feel sharp, but it's like trying to shape water with my hands—fascinating, but slippery."
[Recommendation: Begin with stabilizing your perception. Over time, repeated observation will enable more precise interaction. Currently, soul power is allowing for basic awareness. With practice, this will develop into true manipulation.]
"Stabilize perception…" he repeated, his mind already running through possible training methods. "Right. Like tuning an instrument, I suppose."
[Correct. Accuracy is key, but patience is equally essential. Rushed refinement risks loss of control.]
Alex grinned. The Cognichip's steady guidance always kept him grounded, even when faced with the wonder of new powers. "One step at a time, then."
[Notable observation: Soul power greatly enhances introspective functions. Your ability to perceive internal structures, including the life code, represents a unique advantage for understanding and optimizing cosmic abilities.]
He smiled at that. Having relied on the Cognichip for so long to analyze his body and mind, he could now go even deeper. This ability to witness his internal workings down to the very essence of his being was exhilarating.
Then, a thought occurred to him, something he hadn't considered before. "With this perception… could I extend it to others? I mean, with enough cultivation, could I analyze other people's life codes?"
[Theoretically, yes. Advanced cultivation could enable external soul perception, allowing for analysis of external life codes. However, be advised: it may require greater stability in soul power to avoid potential interference.]
"Interference?" Alex asked, intrigued.
[The human body and mind may react defensively to external inspection. Advanced soul users are sensitive to foreign energies, which could provoke responses. Caution is recommended.]
A flicker of excitement lit up his mind. If he could eventually study others' life codes, he could potentially learn about the abilities of the world's strongest users at an unparalleled depth. "So there's a whole world to explore here. It's not just about me—it's about understanding these codes universally."
[Affirmative. Universal understanding may increase personal adaptability, potentially unlocking advanced techniques within your own life code. The application possibilities are extensive.]
He couldn't hide his enthusiasm any longer. "This changes everything. My mental powers were like seeing the world through a keyhole. Now, it's like stepping out into the open air." His eyes sparkled with a determination that had been quiet until now.
[Soul power offers deeper exploration of reality. However, caution and gradual growth remain essential to prevent energy depletion and loss of control.]
He stood up, feeling lighter, more awake than he'd ever felt. Everything around him looked sharper, more alive, as though the very air was infused with an unseen vibrance he was only beginning to understand.
"Alright, then," he said, a quiet excitement in his voice. "Looks like I've got my work cut out for me."
[Affirmative. Initial observations suggest significant growth potential with structured training.]
"Then let's get started," Alex replied, his eyes glinting with anticipation. This was a new beginning, and he couldn't wait to see just how far his soul power could take him.