akhand bharat

### **Chapter 3: The Body of a King**

**Pataliputra, Maurya Empire — 3rd Century BCE**

The soft light of dawn filtered through the grand windows of the royal palace, casting golden hues over polished marble floors. In the heart of the palace, inside the prince's private training courtyard, young Vikramaditya stood shirtless, his bare feet grounded firmly on the earth.

He had trained relentlessly over the past year, pushing his young body far beyond its limits, driven by the **System**'s relentless quests and his burning ambition.

But today was different.

**[SYSTEM ALERT]**

**[Special Quest Unlocked: "The Body of a King"]**

- Objective: Complete the ancient meditation ritual under the Banyan Tree for 7 days without food or water.

- Reward: **Jade Emperor Physique** (*A flawless, immortal-like body — strength, agility, and resilience beyond mortal limits. Skin as smooth and strong as jade, muscles refined to perfection.*)

Vikramaditya's eyes sparkled. This was the moment he had been waiting for—the chance to transcend the limits of humanity. He clenched his small fists, already feeling the weight of destiny pressing down on him.

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**The Great Banyan Tree**

The sacred tree stood tall at the edge of the palace grounds, its ancient roots sprawling deep into the earth, its branches heavy with wisdom. Under its shade, Vikramaditya sat cross-legged, his breathing slow, heart steady.

The **System** echoed in his mind, guiding him through the meditation.

**[Jade Emperor Physique Ritual Initiated]**

**Day 1: Purging Weakness**

He felt it immediately—a burning sensation coursing through his veins as if molten fire was being poured into him. His muscles tensed, spasmed, and then relaxed, over and over again. Sweat poured down his body, pooling beneath him.

But Vikramaditya didn't flinch. He endured.

**Day 3: Reforging the Flesh**

His skin itched as if thousands of tiny needles pricked him all at once. Layers of dead skin began to peel away, revealing a smooth, luminous layer beneath. His bones creaked and lengthened, growing stronger, denser.

**[Physique Enhancement: +200% Strength, +150% Agility, +300% Endurance]**

His breathing grew lighter, more refined. His heart beat slower but stronger, each thump resonating through his entire body.

**Day 7: Awakening the Jade Emperor Physique**

On the seventh day, as the first light of dawn kissed the horizon, a blinding glow enveloped Vikramaditya's form.

His small, youthful body transformed under the light. Muscles defined themselves into perfect symmetry—smooth yet powerful, like coiled springs beneath flawless jade-like skin. His complexion gleamed under the morning sun, as if carved from the purest stone, yet soft to the touch. His dark hair shimmered like silk, cascading down his back, and his once-ordinary face sharpened into an ethereal handsomeness—his jawline perfect, his eyes piercing like twin blades, yet deep and enigmatic.

**[Jade Emperor Physique Acquired]**

- **Strength:** Enhanced beyond mortal limits

- **Agility:** Supernatural reflexes and speed

- **Resilience:** Immune to most poisons, diseases, and minor wounds

- **Aesthetic:** A body flawless as polished jade—radiating power and allure

Vikramaditya opened his eyes, now a deeper shade of emerald, glowing faintly with inner power.

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**Royal Palace — Training Grounds**

Word spread quickly. The prince had returned from his ritual, and whispers of his transformation echoed through the palace corridors.

Curious and skeptical, General Varuna arrived at the training grounds to see the prince himself. When he arrived, he froze in shock.

Before him stood not a boy, but a young god.

Vikramaditya's body glowed under the morning sun, each movement fluid and graceful, muscles rippling like water under jade skin. His mere presence radiated authority and strength.

"Prince…?" Varuna stammered.

Vikramaditya picked up a steel spear and, with effortless grace, snapped it in half with a flick of his wrist. "I am no longer just a prince, General." His voice was smooth but commanding. "I am the future ruler of Bharat."

Varuna dropped to one knee, overwhelmed by the sheer aura of the young prince.

But Vikramaditya's mind wasn't just focused on strength. He could feel the allure his new form commanded. Already, whispers spread among the palace maids and royal ladies—his beauty was unnatural, captivating.

He smirked to himself. **Power. All kinds of it.**

But his ambitions were far from complete.

**[SYSTEM ALERT]**

**[New Quest Available: "The First Conquest"]**

- Objective: Lead your first military campaign and claim your first territory for Akhand Bharat.

- Reward: Unlock Skill — *Warlord's Command* (*Boosts the morale and strength of allied troops on the battlefield.*)

Vikramaditya's emerald eyes sparkled with excitement. It was time to begin his true journey—the road to uniting the subcontinent under his rule.

And woe to those who dared stand in his way.