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Is this the end? Am I going to die here? No... I won't let it happen. Not after what they did to my friends. To everyone. It all started when I found that artifact, an object that brought both light and darkness into this world. It gave me powers that defy nature, powers no normal human could ever dream of. I should've never touched it. That artifact is going to be the reason this world falls into chaos.
This all started ten months ago, with a simple question for my friend Vex. In the sunrise of a school morning. I approached Vex.
"Hey, Vex, I found something strange. Circular, glowing, it's giving me an uneasy vibe. Sort of like energy ya know? Can you help me figure out what this is?"
"Sure," Vex replied with his usual energy "You know I'm always into stuff like that."
A few days later, Vex called me, his voice trembling like I'd never heard before. "Zain, you need to come see this."
When I arrived, what I saw left me speechless. The artifact had changed. It was now radiating with light. it was powering everything around it. Vex held his dead phone near it, and in seconds, it was fully charged.
"This is dangerous, Zain. We should get rid of it."
But I didn't listen. I grabbed the artifact before he could stop me. It shook violently in my hands, far more than when Vex had held it. "Vex, it's reacting to me! Why is it doing this?"
Before Vex could answer, the artifact exploded. He screamed to get out. But I couldn't listen to him.
That was the beginning when I first felt power flow through me. But it was also the moment I lost Vex. I still don't know exactly what happened that day, only that he didn't survive the blast. I've learnt to stop being sad over what happened. There was nothing I could've done to save him, not back then. The only reason I survived was because of the powers that awakened in me that day.
Everything changed after that. I wasn't the same man. The world felt different. Reality felt... off. It wasn't long before I realized I had abilities no one else had, strength beyond human limits, the ability to summon creatures, and manipulate energy. It took time, but I eventually learned to control it. Vex had been right: there is energy, a force that powers these abilities. But the price for using it is high. Too high.
The police were shocked by the explosion. They couldn't explain it. But soon after, they weren't my biggest concern. That's when I encountered my first assassin. Someone sent to hunt me down. I barely survived. I hid for days, on the run, terrified that I wouldn't last much longer.
The more I used my powers, the more I started to notice things. My instincts were becoming better. I became more aware, faster, able to react before anything could happen. It didn't feel natural, but it kept me alive.
I figured out quickly that an organization was hunting me, though I didn't know why. Their weapons, their assassins, were all designed for one purpose: to kill people like me. People who had inherited the artifact's power. The assassins had a cold, empty look in their eyes, like they had given up everything except survival.
Maybe the artifact has guardians sent to eliminate anyone who disrupts it. Maybe that's why they want me dead. Or maybe they just want the power for themselves. Whatever it is, I can't let them have it. These powers are mine, and mine alone.
But I've barely scratched the surface of what I can do. My soul harvesting abilities remain sealed. I need something powerful to unlock them, something far more than what I've absorbed so far. The only time I've used it... let's just say it's something I'd rather not talk about. Vex didn't deserve what happened to him, but I couldn't let his death be for nothing. I took what little power he had left.
I owe him that much. I owe him answers.
But for now, I need to survive. To get stronger. That means facing another assassin. I know the organization won't stop. They'll send more. I've been preparing, but even now, as I feel the familiar pressure of an approaching assassin, I'm still shaking. Why? I should be ready after all that prep talk earlier. I was so sure that I could do it.
It's coming. I can feel it. But this city isn't the place to fight too many people. Too many chances for them to get caught in the crossfire. I have to move, get to a safer location. Maybe I can lure the assassin away, somewhere where I can fight on my own terms.
There's that pressure again, the same suffocating aura I felt the first time. I need to focus. If I'm going to survive this, I have to keep moving. I can't let the fear take over.
The assassin appears, masked like the others. But this time, I recognize something about his stance, the way he's charging up. A laser beam. I've seen this move before. I could dodge it, but there's a child behind me.
I have no choice.
I remember what I did. I threw myself in front of the laser beam acting like the hero. But that left me heavily injured. It was definitely the wrong choice. I summoned 5 Zombie Soldiers back then. But they were wiped out in a second.
That already used up a lot of my strength. What am I supposed to do now? Just because of that child. Everything ends here?
No. I can't let it end here.
Just as I start to lose hope, I sense something new. A strange energy, similar to mine, closing in.
What...? Who's coming? Could it be another guardian? No, the energy feels different. I look up, and a man in a dark coat and mask appears. His energy is like mine. He dresses up in a coat. With a hat and a mask covering his face. I can only see his fierce eyes giving me a gaze.
Could he be an ally? Or is this something worse?
I can't let my guard down.
"Who are you?" I ask, barely able to stand.
"Zain, is it?" His voice is calm. "I've been watching you."
I still have no idea if this guy is an ally. Will he kill me after he saves me or uses me? Well, it doesn't matter. I need to get out of here.
No wait. He's about to attack it. If he kills it. It could be my chance to absorb the dead body becoming stronger. I need to think about my choices. I could stay and risk getting further injured but for the profit of becoming stronger. I'll take my chances.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUieKNHirUT
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He charges towards it, cutting it perfectly like thin slices of meat. It's almost as if he's making the guardian dinner.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ5PwLihS05X
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What is this... Is he even human? If he has the same power type as me... Could it mean I could get that powerful? Or even stronger? Now I'm interested.
This guy won't be around every time I'm attacked by the guardians. I need to get stronger by myself. But their fight... I feel like if I interrupt, I'm going to get killed within a second. What if he doesn't allow absorption. What the hell am I thinking? I'll force my way through, I'll kill everyone who stands in my way.
I don't care if it's an ally or not. I'll kill anyone who doesn't obey me. If it wasn't for that pathetic weak human needing protection. How could a pawn cause me this much pain? I am the only one who is allowed to rule the world. And I'll make sure it stays that way. Once he's done fig-. Oh well. I guess that didn't take long. This guy is different. He's trained. He's stronger than me. I can't allow that.
I'll throw everything on the line. This is my last bit of energy. Summon, 5 Zombie Explosive Soldiers. Each soldier has enough explosive power to blow up a small radius, completely destroying it. If he gets hit with at least two, I doubt he will be able to shake it off. Judging from his earlier fight. His speed is his strong point. But his guard is his weak point. He is careless. I can take advantage of that. And I definitely will. I won't be left behind. I won't be the weak one needing protection. I will have everyone at my feet. This is my final attempt. I will do everything to ensure victory.
I will send 3 of my Explosive Zombies towards him while he still is recovering from that battle. The Guardian did not do any sort of heavy damage so he's basically unharmed. But it's a matter of just looking at him that I can tell he's shaken from that battle. I'll take advantage of this, and his carelessness. GO! 3 Soldiers, Explode on impact and grab onto him! He might be fast, but does he react fast too?
I doubt it. They're near him. I better back o- what... How could he? He...? He didn't even look back so why are my zombies sliced in half? Was he just pretending to be careless? Or am i dumb? I need to think straight. I sent 3 soldiers that time. Two are left. But if he sliced them without even looking, what can the rest of these zombies even do?
"What are you attempting, Zain? Could it be you're afraid I won't let you absorb this guardian?
"In your current situation those 5 explosive zombies were all you could summon. You can barely stand with your own feet so what makes you think You are that much more powerful than anyone?"
Afraid? This guy really thinks I'm afraid. Hahaha... I can't even deny it myself. I'm not afraid but rather interested in what this guy is doing. How is he doing all this? How is he able to do all this without even looking at me? It's enough to get me shaking... I admit.
"How dare you. Are you defying me? Calling me afraid you really don't know what's best for you."
"Zain. Be humble. In your current state you are nothing but a victim. You know it too. If I wanted to. I could finish you off in a second. Don't provoke me. HAHAHA. Could you please repeat that? Or are you too burnt up to say anything? Don't worry. You dropping your guard was your first and final mistake. I had two soldiers left and trust me I made sure they were put to good use. Now. I can absorb both bodies. Making me even stronger.
"Props to you. You actually give in effort. I guess it's my time to show off my skills. Skill number one. Whispering Strike."
What... He... Survived? There's no way. How is he alive? I was sure that the blast blew him to hell. That little... What skill did he use? Was it even a skill?
"Maybe you're wondering how I dodged that attack. Well simply put i would have been a goner. Without my trusted skill. Aura Sensor. Allows me to sense anyone's aura. Even small things with a life force like plants. Plants also have Energy. It allows me to sense it and then plan my next move. You've fought well. Time to put an end to it".
Right, he did call out a skill... Was he just joking then? Well, I need to blurghcarul. What... Why am I coughing up blood? Why is my lungs filling up with blood?
"Poor you haven't realized it yet... The skill is in the name. Whispering Strike is a silent sword used skill. It cuts the enemy at light speed making it, so the enemy does not yet realize they've been cut."
Cut huh... That's an interesting skill. Would be blamughing. I-f I bloud bhave bcwaired it. Dammit. I can't speak! The blood is filling my lungs up! Too bad... I have a goal, and you don't. Out of my way. I can't afford to die here. Second skill. Berserker Rage. This will grant me pain tolerance. Enhance my physical abilities. But be a great deal to my body in the aftermath. I doubt I'll live after this with my current energy being next to none. But if it means I get to kill this guy I will. No one will be stronger than me, EVERYONE WILL BOW.
"That's a strange skill. You've put it all into a final resort attack huh? Alright. I guess I'll give you your fun.".
Firstly, I'll punch his face. Grab him and slam him down. I feel so strong and fast. Yet I also feel a slight strain slowly growing stronger. I don't have much time to deal with it before it's over. I will use every second to my advantage. Until I'm not breathing anymore, I will ensure victory.
My first punch hit. He cannot possibly shake that off. I know it hurts, and I'll take advantage of that. This skill really throws everything on the line. I can't think straight or plan anything. I just have to berserk. Literally. Well now. What is he going to respond with?
"You actually managed to land a hit. I'm impressed. Although it's nowhere near enough damage and force to even cause a surprise for me. I really commend you for being able to keep up. You're already bleeding severely. Each action requires more force than the other. It's amazing you're working this well in your current situation. I mean just what are you."
I promised someone I would find answers. And I definitely will before I die. My death might not cause an impact on anyone but if taking you down with me will then i will achieve that. DIE YOU BASTARD. This punch is coming straight from the heart. See if this much will cause you trouble over egoistic bitch.
My time i-s out. I can't feel my body, but I can definitely feel the pain. There is no way he's still ali-. Has my body gone crazy? Are my eyes deceiving me? Did he really... Shake it off?
"You're just a new user of the Artifact yet you know how to use it very excellently. You've earned my interest. I'll spare you just because of the words from my boss. He wants to see how far you can come in this world while being hunted. Here's a reward. Go ahead and absorb the guardian. He will at least be enough for you to live a bit more. Use that time to find a way to patch yourself up. But let me tell you, if I ever see you again. I'll make sure you die by my hands."
Absorb the Guardian? I can barely think straight. I'm going to die here. There's no way for me to get over there. Unless this was all his plan. He got word from his boss to spare me. Just what does the boss see in me? Why am I calling people boss? I need to think straight. So, he did spare me but made sure I was far enough from the Guardian to not make it. I'll show that bitch. I'll show him getting rid of me won't be that easy. Spare me? A mere pawn telling me that? It's almost laughable.
First skill. Absorb. I... Feel power surging through me. I... Am slowly healing. This is fantastic. I can finally move a bit. I have a timer on. I need to find a way to stop the bleeding. A hospital won't be able to do the trick. They will just think I'm crazy playing a prank. This big of a cut is enough to easily kill the strongest mere human. Even worse, I might attract attention and bring another Guardian here.
I have no choice but to just patch myself up. Some bandages will do the work for a bit while I find another solution. I feel alone. In the world of Humans. I am the only one with these powers. Or to my knowledge some other people could have my powers like that guy. I can't help but feel... Alone.
These bandages are enough for now. I need to lay down. If I move around the bandages will be undone. What just happened. I can't help but think about what just happened. Could it be possible that the human world has already had this problem long ago? Powers existing? Just how good do they have to be to hide it.
Agh.. Where am i? Did I fall asleep? Why does everything feel weird?
"Pathetic. You were on the verge of absorbing that powerful warrior and the guardian. Both of them had not saved that child. Is this how you're going to get stronger? Save other people?"
Who are you? Where am i? What are you talking about?
"Eager for answers? In time you will figure everything out. I suggest you turn your way of thinking around. The heroes aren't always the strongest for a reason. They're way of thinking is to save everyone. That backfires immediately when it's taken advantage of. Think about what I just said. Warrior."
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