The cool night air brushed against Ariz's skin as he walked home. The faint hum of streetlights and the occasional rustle of leaves filled the quiet neighborhood, but Ariz barely noticed.
His thoughts were consumed by the system—the mysterious voice in his head, the quest he'd completed, and the rewards he'd earned.
He stopped under a flickering street lamp, its dim light casting long shadows across the cracked pavement. To his left, a billboard glowed faintly. At its center, a crimson emblem pulsed with a faint red light, its design sharp and menacing even in the dim glow. Ariz glanced around to make sure no one was watching, then focused inward, calling up the system interface. A sleek, holographic screen popped up before him, glowing faintly in the dark.
The first thing he saw was a notification:
[Quest Completed!]
Mission: "The First Touch"
Rewards:
[Enhanced Touch: Your touch now heightens the sensitivity and pleasure of women.]
[+10 Layla's Affection]
[Stat Points: +5 points to distribute.]
[Resonance Energy (RE): +10 Drops.]
Ariz's eyes widened as he scanned the rewards. Enhanced touch? Resonance Energy? What did it all mean? Before he could process it, the system's voice chimed in, smooth and teasing.
[Not bad for your first quest, baby. But don't get too cocky—this is just the beginning.]
"You," Ariz muttered under his breath, still getting used to the idea of having a voice in his head. "What's Resonance Energy?"
The system's tone was playful, but there was a hint of warmth in her voice.
[Alright, let me break it down for you.]
She began explaining, her words flowing effortlessly into his mind.
[Resonance Energy, or RE, is the core of your growth. It's the essence of power, the fuel that will make you stronger. You can get it in a few ways: deepening your bonds with women, devouring Heart Crystals or treasures, and completing quests like the one you just did. The more RE you gather, the stronger you'll become.]
Ariz frowned, trying to wrap his head around it. "So, it's like… experience points?"
[Close, but better. RE isn't just about leveling up—it's about evolving. It'll help you unlock abilities, enhance your stats, and even awaken your bloodline. Think of it as the key to your destiny.]
"And the enhanced touch?" Ariz asked, his curiosity piqued.
[Ah, that's a fun one.] The system's voice took on a mischievous edge. [Your touch now heightens the sensitivity and pleasure of women. It's a passive ability, so it's always active. Just imagine what you can do with that~]
Ariz's face flushed. "W-Wait, that's… that's kind of—"
[Don't act like you're not excited, baby. I can feel your heart racing.]
"Shut up," Ariz muttered, though he couldn't help the small smile tugging at his lips. He glanced at the next reward: +10 Layla's Affection.
Ariz shook his head, trying to push away the mental image of Layla blushing as she helped him off the bus. He focused on the next reward: Layla's Phone Number. That was a practical one, at least. He tucked the note safely into his pocket, feeling a small thrill at having her contact info.
Finally, his eyes landed on the last reward: 10 Drops of Resonance Energy.
"So, what do I do with this Resonance Energy?" Ariz asked.
[You'll use it to grow stronger, baby. But first, let's check out your Starter Pack. You've earned it.]
"Starter Pack?" Ariz echoed, intrigued.
[Yep. Think of it as a welcome gift from me. Go ahead, open it.]
Ariz focused on the system interface, and a new notification appeared:
[Starter Pack Unlocked!]
Rewards:
Aura of Allure:
[Passive Effect : Increases your charm and attractiveness.]
[Active Effect : Allows you to subtly influence the emotions of those who lay eyes on you. You can slightly increase or decrease emotions like lust, love, or dislike, but you cannot change the emotions themselves.]
Pregnancy Control:
[Function : You can control whether or not a woman can become pregnant. This ability is tied to your will and can be activated or deactivated at any time.]
Lesser Illusion Manipulation:
[Description : A basic version of the Illusion Manipulation skill. Currently, you can create minor illusions or alter sensory perceptions (e.g., sight, sound, touch). As you grow stronger, more advanced functions will unlock.]
RE Drops for Awakening:
[Function : A significant amount of RE Drops, enough to awaken you to D-Class directly.]
Ariz's eyes widened as he read through the rewards. "This… this is insane. Aura of Allure? Pregnancy Control? Illusion Manipulation? What even is this?"
[It's your starter pack, baby. Consider it a head start on your journey. Now, let's get you awakened.]
Ariz hesitated, his mind swirling with questions. "Wait, before we do that… I need to know more. What is this system? Why do I have it? And who are you? Why is this different from a normal awakening?"
The system's voice softened, losing some of its playful edge. [The system is called the Devouring Sovereign System. It's not like the normal awakenings humans go through. Those are limited, tied to their potential and the energy of the Great Awakening. But you… you're special.]
"Special? How?" Ariz asked, his curiosity piqued.
[You're not just some random human, Ariz. You're… different. Your soul carries a legacy, a power that goes beyond what most can comprehend. The system is tied to that legacy. It's designed to help you reclaim what you've lost and grow stronger than anyone else.]
Ariz frowned, trying to process her words. "What do you mean, 'what I've lost'? And who are you? Why are you helping me?"
There was a pause, as if the system was choosing her words carefully. [I'm someone who's been with you for a long time, Ariz. Longer than you can remember. I'm bound to you, tied to your soul. I will guide you, protect you, and help you unlock your true potential. As for why… Cuz I am your Wife.]
Ariz's mind raced. "But I haven't even married yet, much less have a wife!!"
[Not in this life Ariz… I am your Wife from your past life. I know it may sound like utter bullshit but believe me everything I say or do is true and for your wellbeing…. Just leave the past life talks for now we have all the time in our life as i will always be with you.]
Wife? Past life? Bound to his soul? None of this made sense, but he could feel the sincerity in her voice. There was something familiar about her, something that made him trust her even though he didn't fully understand.
"And why is this different from a normal awakening?" he asked.
[Because you're not just awakening to power, Ariz. You're awakening to your destiny. The system doesn't just enhance your abilities—it evolves them. It's tied to something much bigger, something that even I don't fully understand yet. But I do know this: you're meant for greatness, and I'm here to make sure you reach it.]
Ariz took a deep breath, her words sinking in. It was a lot to process, but one thing was clear: his life was about to change in ways he couldn't even imagine.
"Alright," he said finally. "Let's do this."
[Good choice, baby. Now, brace yourself. This might hurt a little.]
Before Ariz could ask what she meant, he felt it—a surge of energy unlike anything he'd ever experienced. It started in his chest, a warm, pulsating glow that quickly spread through his entire body. His muscles tightened, his veins burning as the energy coursed through him. It was overwhelming, almost too much to bear.
"Agh—!" Ariz gritted his teeth, his body trembling as the pain intensified. It felt like his very essence was being torn apart and rebuilt, piece by piece. His vision blurred, his senses overloaded by the sheer intensity of the energy flooding his system.
[Just hold on, baby. You're almost there.]
Ariz clenched his fists, his nails digging into his palms as he fought to stay conscious. The pain was excruciating, but beneath it, he could feel something else—a growing strength, a power that had been dormant for far too long.
And then, just as suddenly as it began, the pain subsided. Ariz gasped for air, his body drenched in sweat. He felt… different. Stronger. Sharper. The world around him seemed clearer, more vibrant, as if he was seeing it for the first time.
[Awakening Complete!]
Rank: D-Class
New Abilities Unlocked:
Enhanced physical stats.
Devouring Abilities.
Improved sensory perception.
Ariz took a deep breath, feeling the power coursing through him. "This… this is amazing."
[You're just getting started, baby. But don't get too comfortable. The real challenges are ahead.]
Ariz nodded, his determination solidifying. He was ready to embrace his new life and grow stronger. But first, he had one more question.
"You… What's your name? If we're bound together, I should at least know what to call you."
There was a pause, and for a moment, Ariz thought she wouldn't answer. Then, softly, she spoke.
[You can call me… Ava.]
Ariz smiled faintly. "Ava. Got it."
Ariz glanced up at the night sky. Above him, the fractured sky pulsed faintly with an eerie glow—a lingering scar of Skyfall, a constant reminder of the day everything changed.