My Apocalypse System Arrives 10 Years Early

Chapter 549: Chapter 344: Thousandfold Waves of Rice Shake the Universe, an Extraordinary Monument Settles Heaven and Earth

Li Xiang’s cousin, Shen Wenqian, had awakened a unique Superpower called ”Heart Image Judgment.” It could determine whether someone was lying, far more accurately than any lie detector. Li Xiang planned to put his cousin in charge of this work from now on.

Of course, it was impossible for her to handle every case personally. There were so many Extraordinary Beings across the globe. If she had to travel for each and every one—especially with the poor transportation and constant dangers of the Apocalypse—how could she ever keep up?

Li Xiang had an idea: combine Extraordinary Superpowers with modern technology and Erin’s Classical Alchemy. Perhaps they could craft an Extraordinary Item that replicated the ”Heart Image Judgment” ability.

He had mentioned this to Erin and had also sent his cousin over, partly to help with the child, and partly to research this device with Erin.

Erin was in France all by herself. Though she was powerful, Li Xiang couldn’t help but worry. Sending his cousin to France would give her some support.

The cover story was perfectly legitimate, too. His cousin was going to France to study abroad, having received an offer from the best university in France, the University of Paris Sciences and Letters (PSL).

This school was ranked 24th globally by QS (first in France) and 42nd by Times. Its mathematics, physics, and arts and humanities programs were in the global top 10. It had produced numerous Nobel and Fields Medal laureates, and its alumni included 71 Molière Award winners and 3 French presidents.

In reality, Shen Wenqian’s grades were far from outstanding; the university she’d attended back home was nothing special. As for how she’d managed to secure admission and a scholarship to the University of Paris Sciences and Letters, Li Xiang had, of course, asked Erin to pull some strings.

Li Xiang’s maternal grandparents and their family were, naturally, incredibly supportive and overjoyed.

Shen Wenqian herself was thrilled. It wasn’t until she arrived in France that she learned the truth, and she was utterly floored. ”Holy crap! My cousin actually has a secret daughter over here? And his lover is this gorgeous!”

There was no doubting Erin’s beauty; it was no exaggeration to call her the Rose of France. If she’d been even a little less attractive, Li Xiang wouldn’t have even looked her way. And their daughter was a mixed-race baby, as delicate and exquisite as a porcelain doll.

”You have to keep this a secret. Don’t say a word to anyone,” Li Xiang warned.

”You’re such a scumbag, cousin!” Shen Wenqian shot him a look of disdain.

Li Xiang: ”...”

Of course, Shen Wenqian was just joking. After all, her cousin was now the most powerful person on Earth, and his status back home was off the charts. Their relatives joked that the Li Family’s ancestors must have done something incredible to deserve this good fortune. He was handsome, too. For such an exceptional man, having a few extra women and a couple of secret children was hardly a big deal.

If she and Li Xiang weren’t related, she was sure her own heart would be swayed.

”I’ll get right on that, cousin,” Shen Wenqian said. ”But have you considered that the Breathing Technique might be traded on the black market?”

Li Xiang shrugged. ”I can’t control everything. I just hope to see less murder and mayhem during the Apocalypse.”

Private trades were truly impossible to control. After all, even in the brightest light, shadows will always exist.

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Li Family Village. The Underground City’s farm, bright as day.

Not only were the villagers from Li Family Village present, but people from all the surrounding villages had also rushed over to see the spectacle. Fortunately, the farm had been built to be exceptionally spacious.

Er Huang, the Little Fox, and the kittens were also playing on the farm. This was part of their patrol territory. From catching mice every day, the kittens had grown increasingly plump, their fur glossy and sleek.

The hybrid rice in the Li Family Village underground farm was ready for its first harvest. The fields were like golden waves, and the villagers were thrilled.

Zhao Xueqing was dressed like a farm girl, but with her bright eyes and pearly white teeth, she stood in the field with a hint of pride. The grains of rice hung heavy on their stalks, which were so tall they nearly reached her chest.