When Ma Ran patiently sorted through his gains and tactics, Zhang Qianren and Gray beside him were almost about to come to blows.

In terms of personality, these two should be a perfect match. If not lifelong battle companions, they could at least be good friends.

After all...

Before their thinking was affected by Superpower Erosion, both Zhang Qianren and Gray were regarded as good people in the traditional sense.

Not exactly gentlemen, but people like them would have an advantage when making friends with strangers.

However, for reasons unknown, the more Zhang Qianren and Gray looked at each other, the more they couldn’t stand one another. After exchanging a few words, they seemed eager to draw their weapons and kill each other. The tension in the air was thick with hostility.

Ma Ran knew why this was happening.

Even though the Superpower System isn’t scientific, it has its own internal logic. The existences of "God" and "Haotian" are inherently conflicting. They both belong to the "Command" sequence, where authority is singular.

When Su Qiangwei uses "Myriad Transformations" to freely absorb other superpowers, it doesn’t usually affect the ability users. But when applied to the Command sequence, it would distribute at least half of the user’s authority.

Of course, if Ma Ran helped her kill Zhang Qianren and Gray directly, Su Qiangwei could completely absorb the powers of "God" and "Haotian".

But it was unnecessary to do so.

A person’s time and energy are limited. Of the hundreds of superpowers Su Qiangwei has obtained through Myriad Transformations, many remain unexplored, suggesting potential combinations yet to be realized.

Even considering the "white moonlight effect"—an infatuation with an unattainable object—Ma Ran had to admit, when analyzed objectively and rationally, that the current Su Qiangwei has already matched the overall abilities of the "Battlefield Valkyrie" Su Qiangwei from a previous life!

Having undergone significant trials in a short span, she now needs to digest and hone her own capabilities.

Moreover, Zhang Qianren and Gray had already joined the Guardian Organization.

Besides...

To be honest, Su Qiangwei’s personality isn’t suited for the superpowers of the Command sequence.

It’s better for her to fight on the frontlines rather than manage the "Celestial Court" or the "Divine Country".

Shaking his head, Ma Ran collected his thoughts, focused his gaze on Zhang Qianren and Gray, and with a mental shift, raised his right hand, extended his index finger, and pointed lightly into the air.

Buzz...

Ripples formed in the air.

It seemed as though nothing had happened, yet something had indeed changed.

Gray, watching Zhang Qianren closely, felt a mysterious sense of shame rise within him: "I’m sorry. My attitude was poor just now. As a guest, I should have been more polite."

"..." Zhang Qianren stared at Gray, suddenly feeling guilty. Though Gray hadn’t overstepped any boundaries, Zhang himself had been unreasonably critical, confrontational in demeanor. He didn’t need a replay to realize he’d overstepped.

After a moment’s contemplation, Zhang Qianren gritted his teeth and said, "I also have my issues, truly sorry."

"In China, there’s an old saying: ’No acquaintance without a fight.’ We didn’t actually fight, but it was close."

"I guess now we’re acquainted."

"How about I treat you to hot pot in Chengdu later as an apology?"

Among Gray’s many "God" abilities, he had the "Tower of Babel," giving him extensive knowledge of languages and idioms from cultures worldwide. Instantly understanding Zhang Qianren’s meaning, Gray’s eyes lit up: "Of course! I’ve heard Chengdu is the provincial capital of Qinglian Academy, called the Celestial Country, a city famous for its cuisine—I’ve long wanted to visit but never had the chance."

"And I’ve always loved spicy food; you totally understand me!"

"Let’s go together later!"

Zhang Qianren stifled the urge to laugh.

What foreigners consider ultra-spicy seemed mild to him, not even close to being mildly spicy.

Zhang Qianren didn’t spill the beans, just appraised Gray with curiosity: "How strange..."

"You seem much more agreeable now than before."

Gray nodded slightly: "I feel the same way."

Their relationship quickly began warming, turning into a deep connection despite the age difference, with both exchanging contact information.

The air between them became more congenial. They casually chatted about various topics and even shared personal thoughts like old friends.

"...Life goals, huh? Your ultimate ambition sounds odd—atonement and such... It’s strange, but I’m not sure why. As for me, my initial life goal was to end overtime work for everyone in the country."

Zhang Qianren said, "Later... when I returned to Earth and awakened my superpower, I realized I could achieve that trivial ’goal’ with just a word."

"With demand, overtime exists. As long as there’s enough pay, desperate people will work themselves to exhaustion."

"Imposing my subjective will on others isn’t right."

"So..."

"My current goal is simple: to ensure a happy and safe life for my parents, wife, and daughter—just to live well."

A simple statement, but deeply meaningful.

The current "God" Gray appreciated it!

For some reason, when Gray and Zhang Qianren looked at each other again, the previous urge to kill vanished, replaced by a strange sense of familiarity, as if seeing a long-lost sibling.

Suddenly, they regained their senses and simultaneously looked toward Ma Ran standing next to them.

"..."

The abrupt change in perception, if not orchestrated by Ma Ran, left Zhang Qianren and Gray at a loss over who else it could be.

Still, they chose not to pry.

No need.

Everyone in this world has their own secrets.

Feeling their gaze, Ma Ran merely smiled gently, choosing not to speak.

As a Youwen Master, Ma Ran had reached the pinnacle of his system.

Even so, he wasn’t content.

Building on his past experiences, and after a month on Blood Mist Star, Ma Ran, aided by the talents granted by the "Academic Demon" and "Martial Arts Celestial Pride" badges, developed new minor techniques in Youwen usage.

He named them the ultimate technique, "Constant Youwen"!

—To permanently anchor Youwen illusions onto inanimate objects or living beings so that as long as the Youwen host lives, the illusion remains enduringly active.

Compared to superpowers, Youwen adheres more logically and scientifically.

Even if the material hosting Youwen disappears, the illusion dissipates simultaneously, unlike certain superpowers that can sustain indefinitely without any energy or material support.

Just moments ago, Ma Ran embedded two Constant Youwen into Gray and Zhang Qianren, altering their subconscious perceptions of each other.

Noticing a smile appear on Ma Ran’s face, "God" Gray approached him with a complex expression. After a moment of hesitation, he finally said, "Prophet, I used to think you were wrong."