The sheer quantity of these "Monster Cells" far exceeded Han Sen's expectations!
"That Slime Octopus, a mere Tiger-level minion, actually hoarded so much!"
It probably had been withholding the portions that should have been distributed to the lower-level Monsters, enriching itself, and planning to accumulate a large number of "Monster Cells" for its next evolution.
Han Sen reached out and picked up a piece; it felt sticky and slippery to the touch, transmitting a strong life aura and chaotic will, as if it wanted to drill into his body and completely assimilate him!
He couldn't help but take a deep breath, forcing himself to calm his mind amidst the devouring craving emanating from every cell in his body.
"This is... the will originating from Monster King Orochi!"
For ordinary Monsters to consume it was no different from a high-stakes gamble, a near-certain death.
But for Han Sen...
Just then, the system's prompt sounded at the perfect moment!
"【Detected a large amount of unowned life force. Convert to Origin Points? (Yes/No)】"
As expected!
A hint of wild joy flashed in Han Sen's eyes; there was indeed a chance!
System is awesome!!!
"Yes!"
With almost no hesitation, he immediately chose to confirm.
Buzz—!!
As if an invisible great power had descended, the "Monster Cell" in Han Sen's hand suddenly twitched violently!
Pfft—!
The twisted chunk of flesh let out a brief whimper, and the red light on its surface dimmed at a visible speed.
In just a few seconds, the originally active flesh and blood tissue completely shriveled, carbonized, and finally turned into a handful of gray-black dust that rustled down from between his fingers.
At the same time, a pure and vast warm current of energy surged into Han Sen's body, eventually flowing into the system and transforming into a cold number on the panel.
"【Conversion successful! Obtained Origin Points x 100!】"
"Holy crap!"
Han Sen couldn't help but let out a low cry, the corners of his mouth curving wildly beneath his dark face mask!
One "Monster Cell" could actually convert into one hundred Origin Points!
He suddenly turned his head to look at the few unopened wooden boxes, his eyes instantly becoming incredibly fervent!
He struck it rich! He truly struck it rich this time!
Han Sen no longer hesitated, immediately getting to work, taking out all the "Monster Cells" from all the boxes and plundering and absorbing them one by one!
Pfft—!
Pfft—!
Pfft—!
Accompanied by rhythmic twitching sounds, one by one, fresh, pulsating, deformed chunks of flesh turned into ashes in Han Sen's hands!
Meanwhile, the number of Origin Points on the system panel began to skyrocket wildly!
"【Obtained Origin Points x 100!】"
"【Obtained Origin Points x 100!】"
"【Obtained Origin Points x 100!】"
...
...
A few minutes later, all of the "Monster Cells" hoarded by Slime Octopus had been converted by Han Sen.
He contentedly opened the system panel, looking at the number in the Origin Points column, the corners of his mouth uncontrollably curving upward wildly.
"—No Human System—"
"Host: Han Sen"
"Current Race: Monster (Unknown Insectoid Mutation)"
"Disaster Level: Tiger (Upper)"
"—Ability List—"
"Inherent Abilities: 1"
"1. 'Hardened Shell (N)' Lv3"
"Ability Slots: 5 / 10"
"1. 'Overgrowth (SSR)' Lv1"
"2. 'Scorching Heat Bullet (SSR)' Lv1"
"3. 'Ferocious Beast Body (SSR)' Lv1"
"4. 'Beast Instinct (SSR)' Lv1"
"5. 'Beginner Regeneration (N)' Lv3"
"Origin Points: 12629"
"—E N D—"
Over twelve thousand points!
The "gold coins" dropped by Slime Octopus directly made him rich in one fell swoop!
With this huge sum, even the SSR abilities, which consumed a lot for upgrades, could be raised by several levels!
His strength was about to experience a leap-level surge!
Suppressing the urge to immediately allocate points, Han Sen organized his thoughts, contemplating his next plan.
"Continue to solidify the relationship with Rover, and the forces under Slime Octopus must also be taken over!"
"The leader can die, but order cannot be chaotic."
"If chaos attracts attention from above and other Tiger-level leaders or even stronger Demon-level combatants are parachuted in, then it will be difficult!"
Just then, an uncomfortable "puji puji" vibrating sound came from the end of the passage, approaching from afar.
Han Sen's expression sharpened, and he looked in the direction of the sound.
He saw a pinkish-red meatball, about the size of a human head, flapping two small wings and flying out of the darkness deep within the passage.
The meatball had six deformed tentacles with only two "fingers," and its main body was occupied by an enormous single eye that rolled around, exuding a chilling sense of being watched.
Han Sen, who had watched the anime, was no stranger to this; this thing was the ubiquitous monitor of the Monster Association—
A clone of the Dragon-level Monster "Great Eyes," "Xiao Jiong Yan"!
"Oh ho ho ho ho~~ What a lucky newcomer!"
Xiao Jiong Yan hovered, and although it had no mouth, a piercing, Dio-like laugh clearly emanated from within the pinkish-purple meatball.
Accompanying it was a psychic wave with a "telepathic" effect, which also served as the medium and carrier for the sound.
Its large single eye scrutinized Han Sen up and down with amusement, as if it could see through his dark carapace directly to his soul.
"To have gained the appreciation of little Rover, and it seems you've even turned misfortune into a blessing, awakening a formidable new power."
With a standard villainous tone carrying an uncomfortable stickiness, Xiao Jiong Yan chuckled, "Oh ho ho ho ho... Good potential, very good, I have high hopes for you~~~"
Alarm bells rang in Han Sen's heart, but he remained outwardly calm.
As a transmigrator, he knew that the Dragon-level Monster "Great Eyes," who claimed to be the Monster Association's strategist, was merely a puppet shell to deceive others.
The true mastermind was someone else, the actual creator and controller of the Monster Association, a superpowered older sister whose strength could contend with the S-Class Rank 2 "Tatsumaki the Tornado of Terror"—
Psykos!
Similar meatball clones might have already covered the entire Monster Association base; his previous battle and the process of converting the Monster Cells were probably all seen by that woman hidden deep underground!
Han Sen's heart tightened, and a chill crawled up his spine.
The system was his biggest trump card and must never be exposed!
However, from the other party's words, it was highly likely that they attributed all this to a common Monster phenomenon: a burst of potential and a beneficial mutation under near-death pressure.
After all, every mutation of a Monster was inherently uncertain, and any outrageous evolution was possible.
Thankfully, his secret should not have been exposed!
However, Psykos, this woman, had grand ambitions and a deep mind; he absolutely could not let down his guard.
Han Sen's thoughts raced, and he decided to play along with the other party's words.
He responded in a low voice, "I merely survived by chance, Great Eyes, sir."
Xiao Jiong Yan circled Han Sen once, its single eye glinting with calculation, its tone carrying undisguised malice and temptation: "Oh ho ho ho, you're unexpectedly humble... However, in our Monster Association, power is everything."
It changed its tone, becoming serious: "Since you eliminated Slime Octopus, then the area it was responsible for and the logistical tasks assigned to it will be handed over to you."
"How about it? Do you have the confidence to do well? Don't... don't disappoint me!"
"Oh ho ho ho ho~~"
Xiao Jiong Yan let out a chilling laugh, its enormous single eye fixed on Han Sen, as if waiting for his answer.
An opportunity!
It's here!