Chapter 2: Low-Level Human Potential Exploitation Technology

Chen Mo fixed his gaze on the dark red book on the table, walked over, and gently opened it.

As expected!

The dark red book could now be opened to the second page. Before he had signed his name earlier, the book had been impossible to open.

Seeing the records in the book, Chen Mo’s eyes narrowed.

Each page had a brief introduction to a technology, dazzling Chen Mo with their variety.

“Computer Virus Killer Code,” field: Computer Science, permission level: Novice; product introduction: Detects and removes most computer viruses, malicious code, and malicious programs.

“Soft Ceramic Material Formula and Process,” field: Chemistry, Physics, permission level: Novice; product introduction: Lightweight, non-conductive, heat-resistant ceramic material with some flexibility, suitable for ordinary car bodies, phone cases, and computer casings.

“Whitening Powder Formula,” field: Biology, Chemistry, permission level: Novice; product introduction: For external use, whitens skin, suitable for the cosmetics industry, safe for pregnant women, not for consumption.

“Low-Level Lithium Battery Technology,” field: Physics, Chemistry, permission level: Novice; product introduction: A standard lithium-ion rechargeable battery.

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There were numerous technologies covering various fields, but all had a permission level of Novice. He couldn’t see any technologies with higher permissions.

Even so, it was astonishing enough. Releasing any of these technologies could overhaul the world’s science and technology and manufacturing processes.

Faced with so many technologies, Chen Mo felt conflicted about which one to choose.

Any one of them could bring him vast wealth. With too many dishes, he didn’t know which one to taste first.

“Elder Shu, do you have any suggestions?” Chen Mo looked at Elder Shu.

“You want my advice?” Elder Shu said. “Many of these technologies can bring you wealth, right?”

“Yes, vast wealth,” Chen Mo nodded.

“What do you think is more important, money or health?” Elder Shu asked again.

“Health,” Chen Mo replied without hesitation.

No matter how much money you have, without good health, everything is fleeting. Everyone knows this truth.

“Elder Shu, you’re not going to tell me not to choose anything and go out running to exercise, are you?”

“Hahaha… you’re quite amusing,” Elder Shu laughed. “Let me ask you this: if you took a technology out and released it to the market, for example, this lithium battery technology—you haven’t studied it, right? If you suddenly released it and someone asked you where the technology came from, what would you say? That you stole it?”

Elder Shu’s words made Chen Mo nod slightly.

“Also, people can be treacherous. If you take a technology out and someone suppresses it or steals it, then accuses you of stealing the technology, what would you do? You’re just an ordinary person with no power or influence—could you protect it?”

“No.”

Chen Mo shook his head. He didn’t doubt Elder Shu’s words; life could be more absurd than TV dramas.

“So, conceal your strengths and bide your time, accumulating strength for a big move,” Elder Shu said earnestly. “That must be part of your country’s cultural heritage, right?”

“Then what should I do? How should I choose?” Chen Mo asked.

“There are two methods. First, choose a technology that can make money, but don’t release it right away. Study the field, build up your knowledge for a while, and then find an opportunity to release it. Second, choose a technology that you can use right now.”

“Which one can I use?” Chen Mo flipped through the book, looking frustrated. There were too many technologies, many similar ones, and he had no idea which was best.

“One that benefits your health,” Elder Shu said mysteriously. “Look at the biological technologies. There’s one called ‘Low-Level Human Potential Exploitation Technology.'”

Following Elder Shu’s guidance, Chen Mo quickly found the biological section in the table of contents and located the technology Elder Shu mentioned.

“Low-Level Human Potential Exploitation Technology”; field: Biology; permission level: Novice; product introduction: Develops basic human potential, enhances vitality, immunity, strength, agility, endurance, and toughness.

“You don’t need me to explain human potential exploitation, do you? The most advanced version of this technology can unlock the maximum human potential, granting superpowers. The most powerful individuals could destroy planets, or even more terrifying things,” Elder Shu said.

“Whoa…” Chen Mo’s eyes widened, shocked by Elder Shu’s words. “Isn’t that a bit supernatural?”

“Not supernatural. Traveling through space, immortality, flying through the skies, moving mountains and filling seas—these myths and legends can be realized through science.”

Elder Shu looked toward the deepest part of the library, his gaze profound.

“The highest realm of science is theology.”

“Are these technologies available in the Science and Technology Library?” Chen Mo scanned the shelves, his eyes burning with fervor. These were things people had dreamed of since birth; otherwise, history wouldn’t be filled with so many myths.

Myths were created out of humanity’s desire for immortality and power.

“Yes,” Elder Shu nodded. “To obtain them, you must have the highest permissions in the Science and Technology Library. But don’t think about that for now; I’m just giving you a glimpse. Those things are still far beyond your reach. Think about your current situation. ‘Low-Level Human Potential Exploitation Technology’ is what you can put to immediate use.”

Chen Mo thought about it. As Elder Shu said, this potential exploitation technology was indeed the most useful book for him at the moment.

Developing his physical potential and learning some martial arts would prevent him from being knocked out by a bookshelf in the library again.

Heroically saving a beauty wasn’t something he could rely on being lucky enough to do every time.

“I’ll choose this one.”

“Are you sure?” Elder Shu said.

“Sure. Health is the foundation, after all,” Chen Mo said. “Money-making technologies will come eventually; there’s no rush.”

Elder Shu nodded with satisfaction, spread his fingers wide, and a beam of light descended from above the library. A book appeared in his hand.

The book emitted a faint glow, somewhat like a holographic projection.

Elder Shu gently pressed the book against Chen Mo’s head. Chen Mo’s mind shook as a flood of information surfaced in his brain, etching itself into his memory.

“After this, do I have to wait until next month to get another technology?” Chen Mo asked, thinking about the human potential exploitation technique he had just acquired.

“Not necessarily. If you go out and study science and engineering books and technologies, for every 100 books you learn, you can obtain one technology. Once you’ve studied 1,000 books, you’ll advance to the next permission level,” Elder Shu said.

“1,000 books?” Chen Mo nearly spat blood.

What did 1,000 science and engineering books mean? An ordinary person might not even read 200 books in their lifetime. 1,000? Wasn’t that like asking for his life?

“Isn’t the upgrade condition a bit too difficult?”

“It’s not as hard as you think. Your brain is different from ordinary people’s now—it’s a Super Brain. The Science and Technology Library isn’t meant for you to rest on your laurels. You must keep learning and advancing to gain higher permissions,” Elder Shu said earnestly.

“I understand,” Chen Mo nodded firmly.

“Alright, you’ve been unconscious for a while; it’s time to go out. Staying unconscious for too long isn’t good for your health,” Elder Shu said. “Next time you come in, just open the book, and I’ll appear.”

“How do I get out?” Chen Mo looked around but saw no exit.

“Close the book,” Elder Shu said, pointing to the dark red book.

Chen Mo reached out and closed the dark red book. Elder Shu’s body slowly faded away. In the center of the library, in front of the table, a three-meter-tall golden door appeared.

In the center of the glowing door floated a black vortex with swirling blue specks of light, somewhat resembling a sci-fi movie’s teleportation portal. Chen Mo walked to the door, glanced back at the library, and stepped into the golden door.