CHAPTER 16: THE NIGHT WINGS
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The Arkon’s Tournament was held in different branches across planet Earth.
Humans living on different planets would gather on Earth just to watch the grand event, as it could likely determine the future of their offspring.
Roshan’s town was one of the tournament branches, so he did not need to spend any money on transportation.
Now, it was just one day before the Arkon’s Tournament.
Roshan went through his previous notifications.
He had not had time to review them the day before because he was busy buying foodstuffs and explaining to his caretaker how he got the money.
It was pretty annoying, as Master Fyi asked every question that came to his mind.
“Where did you get the money?”
“How did you get a Level 3 Beast Gem?”
“Where did you even find it?”
“That weapon seller is cunning. Was it hard to defeat his son?”
“What ability did his son use?”
“Body Enhancement? How did you manage to defeat him?”
Thinking about everything gave him a headache.
He thought of the system, and a screen appeared in front of him.
[HOST LEVEL: Level 15]
[HOST RACE: Greater Human]
[CURRENT ABILITY: None]
[STRENGTH: 27]
[AGILITY: 27]
[SPEED: 27]
[STAMINA: 27]
[‹Mage Status›]
[Mage Level: 2]
[Mage Abilities Activated]
[Poison Element: 7]
[Mana Control: 0]
[HP: [500/500]]
[Exp Points: [0/500]]
[Skills Unlocked]
[Energy Absorption: Level 5]
[Refill: Level 5]
[Crystal Iris: Level 5]
[SP: [400/400]]
[QUEST COMPLETED]
[QUEST REWARDS:]
[Skill unlocked]
[Infinity Pool]
[Infinity Pool allows host to store a wide range of objects for a long period of time]
[Skill unlocked]
[Charm Eye]
[Charm Eye allows user control the mind and thoughts of any living beings]
[System shop has been unlocked]
[Shop provides the trading services for user]
Roshan looked at the rewards and smiled.
They were much better than he had expected.
He now had a place where he could keep his equipment.
The other skill was a little strange, but he could live with it.
The most exciting part was the system shop, which meant he could buy many things.
He felt a rush of excitement as he imagined all the possibilities.
He then remembered the notification that sounded during his fight and opened it to read the details.
[New skill acquired]
[Dash]
[Dash allows host to go beyond normal speed attributes for ten minutes. Requires half an hour cooldown before timer can reset for another use]
This was exciting, and it made his blood boil. At least now, he had a solid chance of winning the tournament.
He stood up immediately and headed for the bathroom.
He needed to begin his preparations.
“Roshan, will you not eat before you rush out?” Master Fyi called as he watched the boy run toward the door.
“Do not worry, Master. I will buy my breakfast, and besides, I am not really hungry.”
Without waiting for a reply, Roshan dashed out of the house.
“This boy…”
Master Fyi already knew he would not stay to eat.
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Roshan ran into the forest, ready to test his new equipment and skills.
He had already figured out how to place the gauntlet into the Infinity Pool with a single thought.
He thought of the gauntlet, and immediately a faint light shone over his hands. When the light faded, the gauntlets were there.
Nice.
He walked deeper into the forest, searching for something to practice on.
He kept moving forward, but still, he did not encounter anything.
“Where are they?”
He frowned as he went further in, yet there was still no sign of any beasts.
“Crystal Iris!”
His pupils glowed as he scanned the surroundings, searching for traces of beasts.
Still, he saw nothing.
Moments later, he noticed tiny specks of blood on the trees and a few drops scattered on the ground.
Crouching down, he dipped his finger into one of the drops and rubbed it between his thumb and forefinger.
“Strange. Judging from the texture and scent of the blood, a fight must have happened not long ago,” he thought as he stood up.
Before evolving, Roshan already had a keen sense of smell. Now, it was far sharper.
Sniffing the air, he followed the faint scent of blood.
The smell grew stronger as he moved deeper into the forest.
“Something really bad must have happened here. Why do I feel like I will get into serious trouble if I keep searching? Well… I am actually getting used to it,” he thought.
He suddenly stopped when his ears picked up faint noises.
Moving closer, he hid behind a bush and observed four men talking among themselves.
“I do not think the boss will be happy,” one of them said as he paced around nervously.
“Well, I am tired. We have searched everywhere, and we still could not find the Emperor Tier Beast,” another replied, crossing his arms.
“The beasts I have seen today will haunt me for the rest of my life,” a dark haired man said as he shivered, clutching his sword tightly.
So it was them killing all the beasts. Then where were the corpses?
“Let us pack up and head to the ship. This mission is futile.”
The speaker was dressed entirely in black, and his voice carried an unmistakable authority.
“Wait. I have seen those clothes before. They were in my house before my parents died. Was it their doing?”
Roshan felt anger, grief, and sorrow flash through his eyes.
But there was nothing he could do. The lowest among them was at least Level 30.
He bit his lip as he watched them move. They were far faster than him.
He followed from a distance, careful not to get too close. He did not want to be spotted.
“Is that their ship?”
His jaw dropped as he stared at the massive vehicle before him.
The words “Night Wings” were inscribed on its side.
“Night Wings.”
The name burned itself into his mind. He now knew who was responsible for his parents’ deaths.
He clenched the locket around his neck.
“I will avenge you, Mom and Dad. I will get rid of all of them. Every single one.”
Then he turned and ran away.
One of the men glanced back.
“Did you guys hear something?” he asked.
“Nah. Must have been your imagination,” another replied.
“I am sure I heard something,” the man muttered to himself before continuing on his way.
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