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*Chapter 1 — "Baron's Shadow"

Father's tragic death — Murdered in the jungle

*Keder Barron*, 17, the heir of the Barron clan. His father, *Lord Garin Barron*, was a legendary warrior who possessed the *Guardian Bear* bloodline. Garin's mace could shake mountains, and enemies retreated at the mention of his name.

A month ago, the *Morek clan* launched an assault. Their leader, *Wraith "Black Fang" Morek*, schemed with his "Black Fang" wolves. Wraith lured Garin into the jungle, claiming a peace talk. Trusting his son's future, Garin went alone.

In the forest, Wraith betrayed him. He used his wolves and a secret *dark magic* — a black, poisonous spell that struck Garin's heart. The spell ripped him apart; he collapsed in the jungle, and the wolves surrounded his body. *Garin was dead.*

When Keder learned of this, he was shattered. He stood over his father's corpse, tears in his eyes, a hollow feeling in his heart:

> "Father… you died in the jungle. I… I'm nothing."

Keder had never received a bloodline. Because Garin believed the Guardian Bear power shouldn't leave the family, Keder grew up weak, often sick, and frequently fell into *coma*. Doctors said he lacked any power, which explained his frailty since childhood.

2. The hidden vault

After his father's death, Keder went to his old bedroom. The room was just as he'd left it — old banners, toys, and in a corner a *rusted, ancient safe* that had been locked for years, because Keder's comas kept anyone from knowing what was inside.

Suspecting his father might have hidden something that could explain the murder, Keder pricked his finger with a small *needle*, letting a drop of blood fall on the lock. The lock glowed faintly, and the heavy door creaked open.

Inside, a dark, dusty corner held a single *black, stone‑like egg* — smooth, pitch‑black, as if it were a Black Dragon egg.

3. A memory from childhood

Keder suddenly recalled a memory. He was *seven years old*, and he had first seen that black egg. At the time, he felt *dizzy*, a headache, and slipped into a *coma*. The doctors said his body lacked a bloodline, and the egg's energy had made him ill.

4. The egg again — regaining consciousness

Now, Keder touched the egg again. His blood touched the black stone, and the egg *merged into his body*. A searing pain, like hot lava, surged through his head. He collapsed, everything went dark.

When he *woke up*, he was in his bed. A *blue light* hovered above his head, and a cool, captivating voice said:

> *System:* "Host *Keder* integration successful. *My Beast Interface* activated."

5. My Beast Interface — System details

A *blue interface* opened, golden letters:

> *My Beast Interface*

*User:* *Keder*

*Tale:* *Bloodline* — Black Dragon

*Bloodline:* *Black Dragon*

*Affinity:* *Dark*, *Fire*

*Current level:* *Foundation* (beginner)

*Status:*

- *HP (Health Points):* 10 / 10

- *Strength:* 10

- *Agility:* 10

- *Stamina:* 10

- *Energy:* 100 / 100

*Abilities*

1. *Bloodline Extraction:* Extract and absorb the bloodline and power of any creature.

2. *Power Absorption:* Absorb strength, agility, energy, etc.

3. *Power Storage:* Store absorbed powers for later use.

4. *Black Dragon Egg:* Awaken the dragon's power.

- Options: *"Absorb now"* or *"Store the power."*

*System message:*

> "Welcome, *Keder*. Your *Bloodline* is *Black Dragon*, with *Dark* and *Fire* affinity. These give you darkness and fire powers. All stats are currently balanced (HP, Strength, Agility, Stamina all 10). *Energy: 100 / 100*, but the Black Dragon egg's energy is not yet fully unlocked."

> "*Caution:* Using this system may put heavy strain on body and mind. Absorb powers slowly and know your limits."

6. A new beginning

Keder looks at his hands, a faint blue glow on them. A fresh hope rises:

> "I'm not 'nothing' anymore. I have the *Black Dragon* bloodline, *Dark* and *Fire* affinity, and the *My Beast Interface*. It's time to give my father's legacy new meaning, and to find myself."

He sees the options on the screen

[28/10, 12:27 pm] Meta AI: *Chapter 1 — "Baron's Shadow" (Expanded, English translation)*

1. Father's tragic death — Murdered in the jungle

*Keder Barron*, 17, the heir of the Barron clan. His father, *Lord Garin Barron*, was a legendary warrior who possessed the *Guardian Bear* bloodline. Garin's mace could shake mountains, and enemies retreated at the mention of his name.

A month ago, the *Morek clan* launched an assault. Their leader, *Wraith "Black Fang" Morek*, schemed with his "Black Fang" wolves. Wraith lured Garin into the jungle, claiming a peace talk. Trusting his son's future, Garin went alone.

In the forest, Wraith betrayed him. He used his wolves and a secret *dark magic* — a black, poisonous spell that struck Garin's heart. The spell ripped him apart; he collapsed in the jungle, and the wolves surrounded his body. *Garin was dead.*

When Keder learned of this, he was shattered. He stood over his father's corpse, tears in his eyes, a hollow feeling in his heart:

> "Father… you died in the jungle. I… I'm nothing."

Keder had never received a bloodline. Because Garin believed the Guardian Bear power shouldn't leave the family, Keder grew up weak, often sick, and frequently fell into *coma*. Doctors said he lacked any power, which explained his frailty since childhood.

2. The hidden vault

After his father's death, Keder went to his old bedroom. The room was just as he'd left it — old banners, toys, and in a corner a *rusted, ancient safe* that had been locked for years, because Keder's comas kept anyone from knowing what was inside.

Suspecting his father might have hidden something that could explain the murder, Keder pricked his finger with a small *needle*, letting a drop of blood fall on the lock. The lock glowed faintly, and the heavy door creaked open.

Inside, a dark, dusty corner held a single *black, stone‑like egg* — smooth, pitch‑black, as if it were a Black Dragon egg.

3. A memory from childhood

Keder suddenly recalled a memory. He was *seven years old*, and he had first seen that black egg. At the time, he felt *dizzy*, a headache, and slipped into a *coma*. The doctors said his body lacked a bloodline, and the egg's energy had made him ill.

4. The egg again — regaining consciousness

Now, Keder touched the egg again. His blood touched the black stone, and the egg *merged into his body*. A searing pain, like hot lava, surged through his head. He collapsed, everything went dark.

When he *woke up*, he was in his bed. A *blue light* hovered above his head, and a cool, captivating voice said:

> *System:* "Host *Keder* integration successful. *My Beast Interface* activated."

5. My Beast Interface — System details

A *blue interface* opened, golden letters:

> *My Beast Interface*

*User:* *Keder*

*Tale:* *Bloodline* — Black Dragon

*Bloodline:* *Black Dragon*

*Affinity:* *Dark*, *Fire*

*Current level:* *Foundation* (beginner)

*Status:*

- *HP (Health Points):* 10 / 10

- *Strength:* 10

- *Agility:* 10

- *Stamina:* 10

- *Energy:* 100 / 100

*Abilities*

1. *Bloodline Extraction:* Extract and absorb the bloodline and power of any creature.

2. *Power Absorption:* Absorb strength, agility, energy, etc.

3. *Power Storage:* Store absorbed powers for later use.

4. *Black Dragon Egg:* Awaken the dragon's power.

- Options: *"Absorb now"* or *"Store the power."*

*System message:*

> "Welcome, *Keder*. Your *Bloodline* is *Black Dragon*, with *Dark* and *Fire* affinity. These give you darkness and fire powers. All stats are currently balanced (HP, Strength, Agility, Stamina all 10). *Energy: 100 / 100*, but the Black Dragon egg's energy is not yet fully unlocked."

> "*Caution:* Using this system may put heavy strain on body and mind. Absorb powers slowly and know your limits."

6. A new beginning

Keder looks at his hands, a faint blue glow on them. A fresh hope rises:

> "I'm not 'nothing' anymore. I have the *Black Dragon* bloodline, *Dark* and *Fire* affinity, and the *My Beast Interface*. It's time to give my father's legacy new meaning, and to find myself."

He sees the options on the screen:

> *Black Dragon Egg:* "Absorb now" or "Store the power."

He takes a deep breath and says:

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