Luxury cars, designer wears, watches, mansions, and penthouses worth millions, Aron had it all. To him, money was nothing but a number. He was so wealthy that he believed even God Himself couldn’t make him taste poverty.

But everything changed when the one he loved, the only person he considered family, betrayed him. In a single moment, everything he had worked so hard to achieve was taken and destroyed, leaving him with nothing.

Devastated and consumed by hate, rage, and hopelessness, Aron realized that no matter what he tried, he would never be able to get close, let alone take revenge, for all he had lost.

That was until a notification appeared before every human in the world:


[Your world has arrived at its waking brink.]
[You have awakened the talent: Talent Bank.]


And so, the apocalypse began.

"For having no intention to kill, I'll give you two options."


[1 EXP used: Earth Control (Passive) - Control earth at will. Mana cost varies. Claimed.]


Suddenly, Amelia felt a cold touch on her forehead.


[Earth Control has been rented to you by the Saint.]


(Kill lifeforms to acquire 5% of their lifespan.)


You may choose to continue or return the talent after each payment period.


Her eyes darted toward Aron several times, disbelief etched across her face.


"It's either yes, or you die," Aron said flatly. "You have one minute."


Before even a second passed, he noticed the third slot of his talent vault had been filled.


Through his enhanced senses, he could hear Amelia's heartbeat hammering in her chest,  a rhythm of fear and fury.


Chapter 55 - Bounty