Chapter 3, Please Call Me Neptune

Zhang Xin smiled apologetically and decisively turned away with her female colleague, bringing this brief confrontation to an end

After taking a shower and changing into clean clothes, Liu Jin opened his second-hand notebook and began to search on Baidu for information regarding the deceased in the small park

Liu Jin, however, remained calm, even looking forward to encountering other anomalies, ready for another thrilling and exciting game

No, no, this is too ostentatious

It seems that this is the first time I have encountered a man who chats like this during a blind date

Once they left, Liu Jin tidied up a bit, departed from the small park, and returned to the rented apartment

It is as if he inherently belongs to the beings of the water

However, at this moment, I have not the slightest semblance of an image.

How can one run

Then there is the vision underwater

Only by being able to linger in the water for a long time can one search for what one desires without any worries

This is still the state of the water control spell that has not yet reached minor completion. If it continues to strengthen, reaching minor completion, major completion, and perfection, my goodness, my friend would be the real-life version of Aquaman

After enjoying a moment, Liu Jin stood in the water, feeling completely at ease.

"Liu Ge is joking; I am a person who values emotions," Zhang Xin said.

Even if you don't fall into the water, you can still find other reasons

As I was fiddling with my phone, a sound suddenly rang out

This feeling of being free and at ease, like a fish in water, is truly wonderful

However, this creature has burrowed deep into the mud, making it impossible to reach, and attempting to excavate it from the water presents an immense challenge

Zhang Xin

However, it can also be anticipated that under judicial fairness, those who cause harm will receive the punishment they deserve

It turns out she is such a miserable and pitiful woman

There is no disappointment, after all, I am here to test my abilities; first, I need to understand the skills I possess before proceeding.

There is no way around it; after all, our golden finger is just so cheap. Sister, please bear with it. Once I make my fortune, I will fulfill my promise and provide you with submarines, yachts, and handsome men.

Liu Jinxin has finally arrived

Undressed completely and found a place to go into the water

This is an old tube building, a relic of a bygone era in architecture. However, the cost of demolition is too high, and no construction company is willing to bear it, thus it has become a rental building

Liu Jin is renting a small single room here for 300 per month, which is inexpensive, yet it serves as a decent place to stay

At this moment, it was deep night, devoid of light, and the underwater environment was even darker. However, Liu Jin was focused and attentive, clearly seeing the fish swimming several meters away, the bubbles rising from the bottom, and even a grain of sand on the silt.

Liu Jin looked at Zhang Xin with some surprise

Summary of the test results

However, at first glance, Zhang Xin did not take a liking to it; naturally, it would be best if it could be concluded quickly

After a moment of helpless waiting, seeing that the female ghost was unwilling to come out again, Liu Jin could only surface and go ashore

The story ends here with no continuation

It is better to be low-key in life; isn't it more appealing to be a wealthy gentleman who goes unnoticed?

The current water control measures are effective, having no impact whatsoever within a radius of at least thirty meters

This is not a matter of being unable to control water, but rather that physical strength is insufficient and needs to be improved through exercise

Liu Jin: "... ..."

Therefore, in the absence of certainty regarding whether the water ghost can still enhance oneself, it is necessary to find a place to test one's abilities and to fully understand all its effects, so that it can be utilized accurately

I absolutely dislike sloppiness

The term "Mo Chou" implies that with this lake, there is no drought, and living beings are free from worry

There are currently no small achievements, but it is also unclear to what extent progress has been made, which is not acceptable

Oh... it's only been a few hours since we parted, and I already find myself missing you

It is not that one's own eyes have mutated, but rather the ability to control water, which causes the water in the direction of focus to possess a magnifying effect similar to that of a magnifying glass

Oh, still not a material girl

After more than half an hour, we arrived at a secluded corner of Mochou Lake where no houses could be seen in any direction

Another amazing effect has been discovered

Five or six years ago, a murder occurred in the small park, where a woman was brutally killed and her body was bound with stones and thrown into the water

Having reached the shore, completely drenched, and with water seeping into the phone, Liu Jinxin was utterly distressed

Where should we go to test it

Setting aside distractions, Liu Jin began to seriously test the effects of water control

However, Liu Ge, you are right; the first impression is very important when it comes to interactions between men and women. Hmm, I do not like untidy boys." Zhang Xin continued.

As time slowly passed and the horizon began to brighten, Liu Jin finally emerged from the water, panting as he reached the shore

Secondly, the affinity and control over water exceeded Liu Jin's expectations; he was not only able to stand in the water without sinking, but he could even run on the surface of the water, although this required being barefoot.

If one were to participate in the Olympic swimming competition with such abilities, winning a gold medal would be as easy as reaching into one's pocket, requiring no effort at all

Acting on impulse, Liu Jin set out on his bicycle.

Subsequently, Liu Jin discovered that the water temperature had become quite comfortable

Are you Liu Jin

If one becomes too extravagant and inadvertently reveals a speed in water that surpasses what is humanly possible, the response will not be praise, but rather the sinister gaze of researchers

Although the water ghost can still be seen

That is to say, the current version of myself is capable of operating underwater at a depth of 20 meters for at least four hours without any tools

The method of the Liu Jin test is to submerge without taking a breath and to go directly to a spot in the middle of the lake where the water is over 20 meters deep

In summary, in order to control the water, it can only be temporarily set aside for now

Liu Jin felt a sense of regret

Embarrassed, Liu Jindao smiled and said: "Yes, I am. You must be Zhang Xin, right? I apologize, I accidentally fell into the water just now."

Liu Jin contemplated for a moment and decided to go to Mochou Lake outside of Spring City

Such contact requires mental concentration and focus in order to walk on water. During the Liu Jin test, I managed to run on water for a distance of over 300 meters, but eventually, my mind became hazy, and I fell into the water

Having entered the water, with a sweep of both hands, the figure darted out like a fish, the speed akin to that of a speedboat, truly remarkable

It was initially thought to be a case of disappearance without a trace, one that no one would know about

With a shift in thought, Liu Jin began to contemplate his water control technique again

Firstly, the speed of swimming underwater can rival that of a speedboat; however, such speed is not sustainable and lasts at most five minutes, after which endurance becomes difficult. In contrast, the time spent on the water's surface is longer, capable of being maintained for over ten minutes.

As soon as the thought arose in my mind, the slight chill I felt disappeared, as if my skin was automatically adjusting in sync with the lake water

Another important issue is the problem of diving

This investigation has indeed yielded results

Upon first contact, it feels quite cool

It is nearly 10 o'clock now, right in the middle of the night. Generally speaking, not only would most people avoid coming to the lake at this hour, but even venturing alone into the wilderness would leave one feeling anxious and paranoid.

Unfortunately, apart from the wind stirring the shadows around, there is nothing unusual.

The human heart is difficult to fathom; at times, one does not even understand oneself

Having stayed underwater for more than four hours, I began to feel a sense of suffocation and started to crave oxygen

A lack of clarity in understanding one's abilities can easily lead to a misguided sense of confidence in action, and the consequences can be quite severe

Liu Jin turned around and saw two girls approaching. One of them spoke up to inquire and looked Liu Jin up and down.

The money has not been earned yet, but I have already invested in a mobile phone.

Liu Jindao: "How about we have a chat first, and settle this quickly."

You have run away, how can I improve water control? How can I retrieve the treasures buried in rivers, lakes, and seas?

Zhang Xin and the girl accompanying him exchanged a glance, both somewhat surprised

Let's stop here for today. Another day, we will look into the identity of this female ghost and find other ways to provoke her.

Zhang Xindao: "It's nothing, um, do you want to go back and change your clothes?"

However, this time, Liu Jin was at a loss.

It is indeed somewhat inhumane to tease it so provocatively

Oh no, they ran away

This is not a matter of controlling water, but rather a matter of intention. How to cultivate this, I do not know for the time being; I can only wait for future opportunities to find a solution

After diving down, I did not feel any pressure and remained able to move freely

It can automatically adjust the temperature, indicating that it can withstand water temperature without fear; however, the lower and upper limits are unclear and require further testing

I understand, then let's be friends from now on, and we can gather again when the opportunity arises. Liu Jin smiled, but in her heart, she was secretly scornful.

Mo Chou Lake, the source of water resources essential for the survival of Spring City, has also been the lifeblood of its water transport for many years. Spring City, whether in terms of the needs of its residents or urban development, has been reliant on the silent contributions of Mo Chou Lake for over a century

Finally, it is the duration of the dive

Liu Jin smiled and said, "I appreciate Uncle Zhang's good intentions, but he may not have explained my situation clearly. Although I am a local, I am just a rural person from the outskirts of Spring City. I have not attended a good university and possess no special talents. I make a living by delivering food. With my conditions, do you think I am worth considering?"

However, the law is vast and all-encompassing, yet it does not let anything slip through; ultimately, paper cannot contain fire. Two months later, the perpetrator was apprehended, and thus a fresh tale emerged of a scoundrel who killed his wife for money

Liu Jin became anxious

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