As the Refining continued, massive amounts of meat were gradually broken down and transformed into pure, boundless Energy. Like a surging tidal wave, it rapidly replenished every corner of his body.
Half an hour later, he had completely digested all eight sharks, slowly excreting only a few fine remnants. The debris drifted through the seawater like a murky grey cloud, attracting a swarm of tiny marine creatures. Like starving ghosts, they darted frantically back and forth to feed on the bloody scraps, whipping up a small vortex in their wake.
"Three-fifths! This Energy is truly extraordinary!" Cheng Zongyang's eyes gleamed. He felt a deep sense of satisfaction from the replenishment, yet it was coupled with a burning thirst for more. He acutely sensed that his demand for Energy had increased significantly since his awakening compared to before his slumber. The fact that these high-energy meals had only restored him to three-fifths capacity meant he needed a far greater source.
