NOVEL NEXT Chapter 3: Eclipsing Boundaries
"HOLY SHIT !!" I exclaimed.
I couldn't believe what I was seeing. 'Solo Leveling?! The Shadow Monarch's Black Heart? Awesome!!' I thought. I was surprised to see the Soul Warming Lotus from Martial Peak. I had read its manhua before, but seeing it granted by the system was truly astonishing, as it's not a world commonly mentioned by systems. What caught me off-guard was the inclusion of Shadow khan from Jackie Chan Adventures, a show from my childhood. To encounter this once again as I embark on a new life as a child evoked strong emotions within me.
"System," I muttered, prompting a change in the displayed information.
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[NAME : GREY]
[AGE : 5 YEARS]
[TITLE : VOID DISCIPLE]
[RACE : HUMAN]
[CULTIVATION : MORTAL]
[POWER LEVEL : HUMAN]
[LEGACY : DEVIL EMPEROR]
[BLOODLINE : RED DRAGON EMPEROR(SEALED)]
[NEXUS POINTS : 00]
[PASSIVE : STATUS EFFECT CONVERSION]
[STATUS : NORMAL]
[WORLD : DRACONIC DEUS]
[SKILLS : NONE]
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As I absorbed the displayed information, it became evident that this system was more of a support system rather than a typical gamer's one. The most exciting revelation was that I am the Red Dragon Emperor of this generation. I believed that with Issei's death, the position became vacant, waiting to find a new host. Looking at the options displayed, my interest was piqued, particularly by the passive ability, the intriguing Library of Realities, and the ever-enticing Dimensional Travel.
However, my immediate focus was on utilizing the abilities I had received from the package. Pressing
[SOUL WARMING LOTUS(SOUL ENHANCEMENT)]:
-Origin: "Martial Peak"
-This lotus holds the essence of various elements and provides spiritual insights. Its multicolored nature symbolizes connections between different worlds.
-Enhances spiritual perception, granting insights into world connections and hidden truths.
-Heals even the gravest Divine Soul injuries over time
-Protects the Divine Soul from impurities
-Strongly resists the influence of powerful Divine Souls on cultivators
[BLACK HEART OF THE MONARCH(LEVEL I)(MAGIC ENHANCEMENT)]:
-Origin: "Solo Leveling"
-Highly increases affinity with dark and shadow powers.
-Provides a substantial mana pool
-Quick comprehension of skills related to darkness and shadow magic due to passive effects
[VOID DEVOURING ARTS(STAGE I)]:
-Harness the ancient Void energy, a cosmic force that predates creation and chaos.
-Exists in the void between universes, transcending boundaries.
-Unique energy convertible into any form, offering a rare path to power.
-Unlock potential by mastering Void energy conversion and refinement, reshaping existence.
With a summary of the items in mind, I decided to go for it. It never hurts to be too cautious, right? But enough talking – time to get down to business. With determination, I pressed
A warning popped up:
[WARNING! FUSING OR INTEGRATING A FOREIGN ARTIFACTS WILL BE EXTREMLY PAINFULL AND CANNOT BE INTERUPTED ONCE BEGUN...]
[DO YOU WISH TO PROCEED?]
Aah, of course how can I forget not all systems offer painless power-ups. Lets just find a quite room where no one can disturb me. I grabbed a thick t-shirt from my bag and slipped into one of the rarely used-looking storage rooms in the orphanage. Closing the door behind me was easy, as I was taller than most kids my age.
I bit down on the thick t-shirt and tied it securely at the back, preventing myself from biting my own tongue and making noise due to the pain. Taking a deep breath, I pressed
Instantly, an intense burning sensation engulfed my forehead. The sensation escalated rapidly, feeling like my entire head was on fire, but burning from the inside.
"Mmmmmmhhhhhhh!!! Mmmmmm!!!" I screamed, my voice muffled by the t-shirt I used to stifle the sound.
After enduring a seemingly endless 5 minutes, the intense sensation finally began to subside. But in my haste, I had forgotten about the second item. Before I could even catch my breath, an ebony-colored heart materialized before me. It emitted ominous vibes, and the air grew heavy around me, as if it were attempting to suffocate me.
In an instant, thick black tendrils sprouted from the ebony heart and pierced into my chest. The tendrils immediately bore into my body, tearing through my mana veins, only to be replaced by the tendrils themselves. If the pain I felt earlier was akin to fire, now it was like an electric current coursing through my entire being, although I'd never experienced that before. I lay there convulsing, unable to even muster a scream. My voice was paralyzed. If it weren't for the resilience of my soul force due to my reincarnation, I feared I might black out or worse, slip into another coma.
The process itself lasted only 3 minutes, but each minute felt like an eternity, unending. When it finally concluded, I heard a familiar voice,
[CONGRATULATIONS!! HOST....INTEGRATON AND FUSION HAS BEEN COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY]
[HOST'S POWER LEVEL HAS INCREASED]
[ACHIVEMENT UNLOCKED : MAGIC USER]
[SOUL STRENGHT ---->UNLOCKED]
[MAGIC POWER --->UNLOCKED]
[MANA ----->UNLOCKED]
As those words reached my ears, relief washed over me. Exhaustion took hold, and I must have dozed off right then and there, a contented smile adorning my face.
I had no idea how much time had passed. Slowly, I stood up and peeled the tattered t-shirt off, letting it fall to the floor. Opening the door and stepping into the corridor, I was greeted by the sight of a bright full moon hanging in the sky. My astonishment grew – had I really been locked away for over 6 hours? Surprisingly, nobody seemed to have come looking for me. It struck me that perhaps my past habit of being a loner and avoiding company had its perks, like being left undisturbed. Not that I was bothered by it now; the past was in the past. He is long gone now, it is just me, and that is all that matters.
Walking down the corridor, I reached the large garden. The moon's radiance illuminated the surroundings. I searched for a secluded spot under the moon, removed my shirt, and sat in the lotus position. Calming myself, I slowed my breathing and focused on concentrating on my soul.
Slowly, it became clear, and I felt like my consciousness was drifting towards something. Suddenly, I found myself floating in empty space, surrounded by the night sky and an endless ocean. In the middle of this boundless ocean, a bright lotus spun gracefully, with a dark-colored scroll revolving around it. I tried to focus on the scroll, and with a flash, it flew towards me and landed in my hand. The scroll was dark in color and adorned with golden dragon symbols.
Under the pale moonlight and the tranquil night sky, I tried to comprehend the Void devouring arts. Drawing in a deep breath, I closed my eyes, surrendering to the currents within me. The Void energy whispered in the depths of my consciousness—a force older than creation or chaos. It was an energy of none, a paradox of being everything and nothing simultaneously. I extended my senses, reaching out to grasp these elusive threads of ancient power.
With a slow exhale, I imagined myself as a vessel, a channel for the Void energy to flow. I allowed my spirit to meld with the void currents, the rivers within me converging to create a bridge between my essence and the void itself.
The first traces of Void energy brushed against my senses, like a gentle river's touch. I focused, coaxing the energy to enter, allowing it to course through my core. Its potential pulsed within me, like A slumbering serpent awakening, its power an endless wellspring.
As the Void energy flowed, I directed its path with precision, guiding it towards my Daitan—the reservoir of potential within me. The contact was electric, igniting the embers of my soul. It was a harmony that transcended time and space.
In my thoughts, I imagined my Daitan—an emptiness wanting to be filled. Like a cascading river, Void energy poured into it. My essence resonated with the cosmic dance, as the energy transformed, malleable like liquid potential, ready to take any form.
My thoughts merged with Void energy, and I delved into the process of transformation. At the core of my Daitan, a swirling whirlpool formed—an enigmatic vortex defying the laws of the physical world. With it I opened my Root chakra, a gateway of energy, where I refined Void energy, shaping it into my cultivation essence.
With every turn of the whirlpool, the Void energy condensed, becoming a potent force. It aligned with the 54 profound veins—the spiritual channels—as if destiny itself orchestrated their harmony. A unique symphony played between the Void energy and my spiritual veins, a melody only I could perceive.
Time became fluid, an unfamiliar concept in the dance of cosmic forces. Power surged through me, the tendrils of Void energy etching their mark upon my very being. The universe seemed to hold its breath as I harnessed these primal forces that shaped very fabric of reality.
With every surge of energy, my determination surged alongside it. Beads of sweat formed on my forehead, and my breath synchronized with the cosmic rhythm. This was art in motion—the Void energy as my brushstroke, the Daitan my canvas, and my spirit the artist.
As the final strands of Void energy intertwined with my Daitan, I gasped for breath, my chest rising and falling. A profound resonance enveloped me, a unity that transcended mere words. The emptiness within me had transformed into something more—a medium, a vessel eager to channel the mysterious energies of the cosmos.
With one final surge of determination, I anchored the Void energy within myself. Opening my eyes, a radiant luminescence emanated from my gaze. The transformation was profound—my once-empty Daitan pulsed with the rhythm of the cosmos. The spiraling chakra resonated with the energies of creation, marking my evolution into an artist of the void.
[CONGRATULATIONS!! HOST....YOU HAVE SUCCESSFULLY BECAME A CULTIVATOR]
[ACHIVEMENT UNLOCKED : THE HEAVEN DEFYING MORTAL]
[ACHIVEMENT UNLOCKED : THE ASCENDANT]
[MORTAL LEVEL BROKETHROUGH -----> QI-REFINING]
[POWER LEVEL INCREASED]
The announcement echoed in my mind as my achievements were acknowledged by the system. I had successfully transitioned into the world of cultivators, marked by the unlocking of the titles "The Heaven Defying Mortal" and "The Ascendant." The breakthrough to the Qi-Refining level had propelled my power level forward, signifying a significant advancement.
Upon seeing my progress, the system calculated the overall impact of my efforts, its mechanical gears turning metaphorically behind the scenes. Moments later, a sense of anticipation filled the air as the system prepared to distribute rewards.
[CALCULATING TOTAL PROGRESSION....]
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[DISTRIBUTING REWARDS...]
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[500 POINTS AWARDED]
[HOST CAN EARN POINTS BY LEVELING AND GROWING STRONG...AS THE MAIN GOAL OF THIS SYSTEM IS TO HELP HOST BECOME THE SUMPREME EMPEROR OF THE REALMS]
A gratified smile tugged at my lips.' at least I'll earn points as long as I keep working hard. I believe this is sufficient for today; I'll request a transfer to the Indian branch of this orphanage first thing tomorrow. It's time I make my first move' I mused with a mischievous smile, looking at the pure white moon under the serene night.
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{I'll be posting the status of Grey if it is updated in the Chapter}
[NAME : GREY]
[AGE : 5 YEARS]
[TITLE : VOID DISCIPLE]
[RACE : HUMAN(ASCENDANT)]
[CULTIVATION : QI-REFINING]
[POWER LEVEL : HUMAN]
[SOUL STRENGHT : B+ GRADE]
[MAGIC POWER : D-CLASS]
[MANA POOL: D-CLASS]
[LEGACY : DEVIL EMPEROR]
[BLOODLINE : RED DRAGON EMPEROR(SEALED)]
[NEXUS POINTS : 500]
[PASSIVE : STATUS EFFECT CONVERSION]
[STATUS : NORMAL]
[WORLD : DRACONIC DEUS]
[SKILLS : NONE]
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