NOVEL NEXT Chapter 2: Chapter 2
Waking up in the Phenex manor felt different now. My body, though familiar, was changing subtly. Power coursed through my veins, and the memories of my past life mixed with the potential of this one. It wasn't just about rewriting the story; it was about becoming something more.
The day started at the Phenex Training Arena. The vast space—designed for honing magic and physical combat—was perfect for my new routine. Sweat poured down my body as I pushed myself through rigorous exercises. Fire erupted from my hands as I practiced control, shaping the flames into intricate patterns. I combined physical training with magic, ensuring my body and mind could handle the sheer power of my flames and magic spells.
After hours of relentless training, I grabbed a towel, wiping the sweat from my face. My breath was heavy, but a satisfied grin stretched across my lips. It felt good to push limits. I slumped against a bench and opened my Inventory, pulling out the card deck I'd received from the System.
[Would you like to activate the Summon Card Deck?]
I shrugged, smirking. "Why not?" Pulling the cards out, I tossed them onto the ground. A glowing summoning circle spread out, humming with energy as the cards began to hover. The System's voice echoed in my mind.
[State the names of those you wish to summon.]
A thought struck me, and I grinned. "System, can I summon characters from this world?"
[Affirmative. Summoning restrictions are void for the host.]
"Perfect," I said, rubbing my hands together. My mind raced, picking names that could bolster my Peerage and elevate my position in this world.
"Marika and Malenia, from the Soulgame Elden Ring" I began, as two of the summoning circles flashed.
"Grayfia Lucifuge," I continued. Yeah.. why not, I would have way better use for that milf than Lucifer would ever have. "Ophis, Natasha Romanoff and Gamora from Marvel, Yoruichi Shihōin from Bleach, Starfire and Raven from DC, and Erza Scarlet from Fairy Tail."
[Characters selected, summoning processing]
The summoning circle flared, and one by one, they appeared, they all looked confused at first but as soon as they saw me they kneeled. "My Lord!"
"Welcome," I said, addressing them all. "From this day on, you are now mine. Your bodies, your life, your purpose in this world are all mine to command do you understand?"
"Yes, Lord Riser!" They chanted and I grinned, as I then granted them their Peerage peices.
Malenia and Erza became my knights, I granted both the titles of, "Blades of Phenex."
Gamora and Yoruichi became my rooks, or as I like to call them, "Fists of Phenex."
Marika and Grayfia were selected to be my Bishops, the "Lady's of Phenex."
Ophis, Natasha, Starfire, and Raven were placed as Pawns.
This left me with four pawns and a Queen left, why didn't I select Marika or Grayfia as my Queen? They both had more potential as my Bishops, infact I believe that I would find someone far more worthy of that potition.
I spent the rest of the day training with them, I wanted to make sure that they could work as a team. And to see how long they could last against me, and I had to say that I had made great choices.
As the sun began to set, we wrapped up the session. Grayfia approached with a cup of water, her movements as graceful as ever.
"Here, Lord Riser," she said, handing it to me.
I took the cup and drank it as she wiped the sweat from my brow and neck. "Grayfia, you will return back to Lucifer, keep by his side at all times until I tell you otherwise. You will pretend to be his Queen still and do whatever he asks, but i'll tell you this. Your marriage to Lucifer is now over, from this day on you are mine."
She blinked, her composure faltering for just a moment before she bowed. "Of course, Lord Riser." She teleported out of the room.
I opened the System menu and looked through the Gatcha options.
[Gacha Draws Available:
Bronze (10 Points)
Silver (50 Points)
Gold (100 Points)
Platinum (1,000 Points)
Current Points: 200.]
"Let's try my luck." Deciding to just go all out, I baught one gold and two silver draws.
[Gold Reward: Excalibur (Legendary Weapon)
[Silver Reward: Mithril Armor (Epic Armor)
[Silver Reward: Healing Elixir (Epic Consumable)
"Not bad," I muttered, as I looked to where Malenia and Erza were dueling. "Malenia and Erza, come here."
The two girls walked over as I handed Erza, Excaliber and Malenia the Healing Elixir.
"What is this for?" Malenia asked looking at the gold liquid in the bottle.
"It's an Elixit, it'll sort out your rot problem and heal you." I muttered waving my hand. "And that sword is Excaliber, take good care of it."
"Thank you!" They both said as they bowed before leaving.
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My destination was Italy, a country riddled with faith and superstition, where whispers of miracles were as common as the toll of church bells. My target? A girl with the power of God to heal. A rare gem, wasted among humans.
The streets buzzed with life, and I moved through them with purpose, my steps light yet commanding. After asking around, dropping hints of money and power, I was led to a small church tucked away on a quiet street. It was Sunday, and the congregation was in full swing.
I didn't hesitate. I kicked the door open with enough force to shake the walls. The sound echoed, silencing the choir and stopping the priest mid-sermon. All eyes turned to me, a mixture of shock and fear rippling through the room.
The priest, an older man with a stern face, stepped forward, clutching a Bible. "Who dares interrupt the house of the Lord?" he demanded.
I ignored his question, scanning the room until my eyes landed on a young blonde girl sitting quietly at the front. Asia Argento. Her aura radiated purity, an almost tangible warmth amidst the stifling atmosphere of this place. She was the one.
The priest's voice rose, sharper this time. "You will leave at once, or I will have you removed."
Two burly men rose from the pews, their glares fixed on me as they approached. I smirked, raising a hand lazily. Flames erupted around them, engulfing their bodies in an instant. Their screams filled the room, and panic spread like wildfire. People scrambled to the exits, only to be met with more flames blocking their escape. I hate being touched by filthy humans.
I strode down the aisle, ignoring the chaos, my focus solely on Asia. She looked up at me, her emerald eyes wide with a mixture of fear and awe. Kneeling before her, I offered a disarming smile. "Asia Argento," I said, my voice soft yet commanding. "I've come to take you somewhere safer, where you will be respected and cared for."
She hesitated, clutching her rosary tightly. "But my faith… My purpose is here, to serve God and heal those in need."
"Serve God?" I chuckled, shaking my head. "Asia, that faith of yours has done nothing but chain you to this miserable existence. From now on, you'll serve me. I will be your God."
The priest's voice rang out again, his tone venomous. "Blasphemer! You will burn for your sins!"
I sighed, snapping my fingers. A gust of wind swept through the church, and Malenia materialized beside me, her crimson hair flowing like a river of blood. Without hesitation, she stepped forward, her blade flashing in the dim light. The priest didn't even have time to scream before he was cut down.
Turning back to Asia, I gestured toward Malenia. "This is Malenia. She is one of my knights. And yes, Asia, we are devils. But I promise you this—your life with me will be way better than whatever life you would ever have here."
She looked between me and the chaos around her, her lips trembling. Slowly, she nodded. "I… I'll go with you."
[Congrats, you have changed the story of a main character, you earned +1,000 points]
[Congrats, you have changed Asia's future as Rias's Bishop. You earned +100 points]
[Congrats, you have changed Asia's future as Issei's Bishop. You earned +100 points]
[Congrats, you have changed Asia's future as a member of Issei's harem. You earned +100 points]
{+1,300 Points}
I offered her my hand, and she took it with surprising firmness. "Welcome to the House of Phenex, my dear angel."
Flames erupted around us as we teleported back to my personal Manor, a gift from my parent's. We arrived at the Grand Halls where my Peerage were waiting lined up.
They looked up as we arrived, as they turned and bowed, Malenia took her place as well. I stepped forward, pulling Asia gently along. "Everyone," I announced, "welcome your new Queen."