Chapter 2. The supreme sage system Revealed
After a heartwarming dinner with his mother, Lu Yang bid her goodnight and made his way to his room. Excitement bubbled within him as he eagerly anticipated checking the Supreme Sage System he had stumbled upon earlier. Once inside his room, he closed the door, creating a space of tranquility.
"Supreme Sage System, reveal your secrets," Lu Yang proclaimed with determination. Suddenly, a holographic screen materialized in front of him, illuminating the dimly lit room. On the screen, his status as the Supreme Sage System's user was displayed:
[Supreme Sage System]
User: Lu Yang
Cultivation Realm: Mortal Practitioner
Experience Points (EXP) Required to advance next stage of cultivation realm: 0/10000
Martial Art Skills Unlocked (Level 1):
1. Celestial Harmony
EXP Required to Level Up: 1000
A divine skill that allows Lu Yang to resonate with the cosmic energies of the universe. By attuning himself to the celestial bodies, he can draw upon their power to enhance his physical abilities, granting him incredible strength, agility, and endurance. However, maintaining this connection is demanding, and it can only be activated for a limited time before requiring a cooldown.
Limitation (Level 1): Lu Yang can maintain Celestial Harmony for a short period, approximately 10 minutes, before it requires a cooldown of 30 minutes. Overusing the skill can strain his body and hamper his future cultivation progress.
Maximum Level: 10
2. Voidwalker's Grace
EXP Required to Level Up: 1200
An enigmatic skill that bestows Lu Yang with the essence of the void, granting him the ability to move at the speed of thought. With this power, he can teleport instantaneously, phasing through solid matter and evading attacks with unparalleled ease. Nevertheless, each teleportation consumes a significant amount of energy, limiting the number of consecutive uses.
Limitation (Level 1): Lu Yang can use Voidwalker's Grace to teleport short distances, but each teleportation consumes a considerable amount of energy. He can perform up to three teleports in rapid succession before needing time to recover.
Maximum Level: 10
3. Thunder God's Wrath
EXP Required to Level Up: 900
An electrifying skill that channels the fury of thunder and lightning at Lu Yang's command. Through this ability, he can summon lightning bolts from the heavens, striking down adversaries with deadly precision. Yet, the sheer power of this skill demands careful control, as frequent and excessive use can lead to depletion and exhaustion.
Limitation (Level 1): Thunder God's Wrath can be used once in a battle, releasing a powerful lightning strike. However, using it multiple times in quick succession would drain his energy reserves, leaving him vulnerable afterward.
Maximum Level: 10
4. Eternal Fortitude
EXP Required to Level Up: 800
A formidable skill that blesses Lu Yang with exceptional resilience and the ability to regenerate from even the most grievous injuries. With this power, he gains unmatched endurance and survivability in the face of overwhelming odds. Nevertheless, the regeneration process is not instantaneous and requires time to heal severe wounds.
Limitation (Level 1): Eternal Fortitude can regenerate minor wounds and accelerate healing, but it cannot fully restore critical injuries instantly. The skill requires time and rest to mend severe damage.
Maximum Level: 10
Skills Unlocked (New):
5. True Eyes
EXP Required to Level Up: 3000
An extraordinary skill that endows Lu Yang with the ability to perceive the cultivation realm of another person, but only if their cultivation is the same or lower than his own. With this insight, he can assess the strength of potential opponents and allies, making informed decisions during encounters.
Maximum Level: 10
As Lu Yang examined the information on the holographic screen, a mysterious sound echoed in his mind like a resounding bell. "Ding! Congratulations to the host for activating the Supreme Sage System for the first time! As a reward, your cultivation realm has been advanced to Core Condensation!"
As the system's power surged through him, Lu Yang's body was engulfed in excruciating pain. It felt like an inferno blazing within, with every cell of his being undergoing a tumultuous transformation. He clenched his fists, enduring the torment as his veins throbbed, threatening to explode. The intensity was overwhelming, and his vision blurred as the pain reached its zenith. Unable to bear the agony any longer, he succumbed to unconsciousness, his body unable to withstand the force of the advancement.
As the first rays of morning light seeped through the curtains, Lu Yang stirred awake, his consciousness slowly returning. Memories of the intense pain during his advancement flooded his mind. He remembered clenching his fists, enduring the torment, and then... darkness. He had fainted.
"System," Lu Yang called out, his voice hoarse from the ordeal. The holographic screen once again appeared before him, displaying his updated status:
[Supreme Sage System]
User: Lu Yang
Cultivation Realm: Core Condensation
Experience Points (EXP): 0/50000
Martial Art Skills Unlocked (Level 2):
1. Celestial Harmony
EXP Required to Level Up: 2000
A divine skill that allows Lu Yang to resonate with the cosmic energies of the universe. By attuning himself to the celestial bodies, he can draw upon their power to enhance his physical abilities, granting him incredible strength, agility, and endurance. However, maintaining this connection is demanding, and it can only be activated for a limited time before requiring a cooldown.
Limitation (Level 2): Lu Yang can maintain Celestial Harmony for a short period, approximately 15 minutes, before it requires a cooldown of 25 minutes. Overusing the skill can strain his body and hamper his future cultivation progress.
Maximum Level: 10
2. Voidwalker's Grace
EXP Required to Level Up: 2200
An enigmatic skill that bestows Lu Yang with the essence of the void, granting him the ability to move at the speed of thought. With this power, he can teleport instantaneously, phasing through solid matter and evading attacks with unparalleled ease. Nevertheless, each teleportation consumes a significant amount of energy, limiting the number of consecutive uses.
Limitation (Level 2): Lu Yang can use Voidwalker's Grace to teleport short distances, but each teleportation consumes a considerable amount of energy. He can perform up to four teleports in rapid succession before needing time to recover.
Maximum Level: 10
3. Thunder God's Wrath
EXP Required to Level Up: 1900
An electrifying skill that channels the fury of thunder and lightning at Lu Yang's command. Through this ability, he can summon lightning bolts from the heavens, striking down adversaries with deadly precision. Yet, the sheer power of this skill demands careful control, as frequent and excessive use can lead to depletion and exhaustion.
Limitation (Level 2): Thunder God's Wrath can be used twice in a battle, releasing powerful lightning strikes. However, using it multiple times in quick succession would drain his energy reserves, leaving him vulnerable afterward.
Maximum Level: 10
4. Eternal Fortitude
EXP Required to Level Up: 1800
A formidable skill that blesses Lu Yang with exceptional resilience and the ability to regenerate from even the most grievous injuries. With this power, he gains unmatched endurance and survivability in the face of overwhelming odds. Nevertheless, the regeneration process is not instantaneous and requires time to heal severe wounds.
Limitation (Level 2): Eternal Fortitude can regenerate moderate wounds and accelerate healing, but it cannot fully restore critical injuries instantly. The skill requires time and rest to mend severe damage.
Maximum Level: 10
5. True Eyes
EXP Required to Level Up: 4000
An extraordinary skill that endows Lu Yang with the ability to perceive the cultivation realm of another person, but only if their cultivation is the same or lower than his own. With this insight, he can assess the strength of potential opponents and allies, making informed decisions during encounters.
Maximum Level: 10
Tears welled up in Lu Yang's eyes as he stared at the holographic screen displaying his upgraded skills and the Core Condensation realm. The rush of emotions overwhelmed him, and he couldn't contain his joy and relief. The memories of past struggles flooded his mind - the days of being unable to cultivate, the humiliation he and his mother endured due to their lack of progress in the martial path.
His heart swelled with gratitude towards the Supreme Sage System, which had given him a new lease on life. With this newfound power, he could finally stand on equal ground with others in the world of cultivation. No longer would he be looked down upon or ridiculed.
Tears streamed down his cheeks, but they were tears of triumph, of the realization that his destiny was now in his hands. He was determined to make his mother proud and prove to everyone who had doubted him that he was meant for greatness.
As the tears of joy dried on Lu Yang's cheeks, he felt a newfound sense of purpose and determination. He knew that this was just the beginning of his journey, and there were countless challenges awaiting him in the world of cultivation. But he was no longer afraid.
With the advancement to the Core Condensation realm and the level-up of his skills, Lu Yang felt a surge of confidence within him. The pain he endured during the advancement was worth it, as it opened up a world of possibilities.
With a smile on his face, Lu Yang decided to keep the existence of the Supreme Sage System a secret for now. He didn't want anyone not even his mother to know about this extraordinary power he possessed.
Now, he had something more important to do. With his heart filled with gratitude and determination, Lu Yang went to find his mother. He wanted to share this moment of triumph with her, to let her know that they could finally break free from the shackles of their past.
Upon finding his mother, he couldn't hold back his excitement any longer. "Mother," he exclaimed, his voice filled with emotion. "I did it! I advanced to the Core Condensation realm!"
Upon hearing that he advanced to the Core Condensation realm, Lu Yang's mother was shocked and dumbfounded. She couldn't comprehend how her son, who had struggled for so long in cultivation, could make such a remarkable leap in one night.
Lu Yang took a deep breath and decided to share a version of the truth with his mother. He knew he couldn't reveal the existence of the Supreme Sage System, but he also didn't want to deceive her entirely.
"Mother," he began, "after I was poisoned by that powerful beast, something extraordinary happened in my body. It was as if the poison triggered a transformation, and I felt a surge of energy coursing through me. I couldn't explain it at the time, but it seems like it forced my cultivation to advance overnight."
His mother's eyes widened in awe and wonder. "Truly, a miracle!" she exclaimed. "It must be a sign from the heavens that you are destined for greatness. I always knew there was something special about you."
Lu Yang nodded, relieved that his explanation seemed to satisfy her. He didn't want to deceive her, but he couldn't risk exposing the existence of the Supreme Sage System and the incredible powers it granted him.
"Yes, Mother," he replied, a mixture of sincerity and mystery in his voice. "I believe it's a blessing from above. With this newfound power, I can finally cultivate and protect you. I won't let anyone harm us again."
His mother hugged him tightly, her heart filled with pride and joy. "My son, I have always believed in you," she said, her voice trembling with emotion. "You are destined for greatness, and I know you will make us proud."
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