I couldn't believe my luck—another skill, another level of power bestowed upon me by the enigmatic System. Grinning with a mix of excitement and gratitude, I expressed my appreciation, "Well, thank you, System. You're great, my man."
Eager to explore my newfound skill, I delved into the information regarding "Dragon Abomination." The skill revealed itself in five progressive levels, each more potent than the last. The initial stage, "Dragon Roar," caught my attention—it immobilised enemies while its damage output scaled with the user's cultivation.
Yet, a lingering challenge presented itself: I could only learn subsequent levels, like "Claw of Destruction," after reaching Master level cultivation. The prospect of such growth fueled my determination, setting a clear path for my ascension.
As I lay in bed, basking in the euphoria of acquiring the Dragon Abomination skill, my phone rang, interrupting my thoughts. With a mixture of excitement and nervousness, I answered the call to find Mia's sweet voice on the other end.
"Heyyy, Danial! Long time no see," she exclaimed cheerfully, sending a shiver of anticipation down my spine.
"Hey, Mia! Yeah, it's been a while," I replied, attempting to mask my excitement.
Mia proceeded to invite me to a reunion party organised by our class monitor, David, at the Golden Leaf restaurant later that evening. Without hesitation, I agreed to attend, my heart racing at the prospect of seeing Mia again.
After hanging up the phone, I couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement coursing through me. Could this be my chance to make a connection with Mia?
After bidding Mia farewell, I turned my attention to my little brother. "Really... you really think I have a chance with her?" I mentally thought. I took a cold shower and went to bed
The following morning, I awoke to find my daily tasks refreshed by the System. With renewed determination, I completed them swiftly, eager to uncover any new rewards that awaited me.
To my surprise, instead of receiving books or high-level techniques, the System bestowed upon me a spatial ring—a rare and valuable artefact coveted by high-level cultivators. Intrigued, I inquired about its function.
"Spatial rings are created by manipulating the laws of space by high-level cultivators," the System explained. "Once you become strong enough, you will have the ability to create your own rings."
As I made my way to the Golden Leaf restaurant, lost in thought, I was jolted back to reality by the sound of screeching tyres. Instinctively, I leapt out of harm's way, narrowly avoiding being run over by a flying car that had failed to stop in time.
Rushing to the aid of the vehicle's occupants, I discovered an elderly man slumped in the driver's seat, injured and in need of assistance. Suddenly, the System pinged and said, " Quest: Rescue the person." At first, I didn't understand why the System give such a ques,t but then I turned my attention towards the injured man. I thought inwardly, "I'd better rescue the person first and get him to medical attention, than I will see the quest thing that popped up."
Without hesitation, I lifted the man in my arms and carried him to the nearest hospital, my advanced mortal cultivation granting me strength and stamina beyond that of an ordinary person.
As I reached the hospital and helped the man inside, a sense of satisfaction washed over me.
The elderly man, named Barley White, expressed his gratitude, " Young man, you have saved me. I will be in your debt for the rest of my life." I brushed his thanks and said, " I have done what every human should do."
As I deposited the elderly man safely at the hospital, I was approached by a mysterious figure clad in a black robe. His penetrating gaze sent a shiver down my spine as he spoke.
"Young man, you possess advanced mortal cultivation and Divine Entanglement," he remarked, his eyes widening in astonishment.
I recoiled in shock, realising that this stranger possessed knowledge of my secret abilities. Fear and suspicion gripped me as I contemplated his words, unsure of his intentions or how he had come to possess such intimate knowledge of my abilities.
But before I could react, the black-robed man continued, his words shrouded in mystery and intrigue. "How... how did you come to possess such power?" he questioned, his gaze piercing.