The Path Forward
Now that I had purchased the absorption technique, it was time to reassess my options. I still had 101 points remaining after the purchase, so I opened the shop section once more to see what I could afford. The list of senses was displayed:
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Sight (Vision) - 10 source points
Hearing (Audition) - 10 source points
Taste (Gustation) - 10 source points
Smell (Olfaction) - 10 source points
Touch (Tactile) - 10 source points
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"System, I want to buy Sight," I said, eager to enhance my sensory experience.
<processing purchase...>
<Sight (Vision) purchased>
A rush of energy surged through me, and suddenly, I could see. Colors and shapes materialized before my eyes. I was in a dense forest with towering trees reaching high above, their leaves forming a thick canopy. The light filtered through in patches, creating a mosaic of light and shadow on the forest floor.
"This is incredible," I marveled, looking at my surroundings. "I can see again."
<host has successfully acquired the sense of Sight.>
"System, let's buy Hearing next."
<processing purchase...>
<Hearing (Audition) purchased>
Another wave of sensation hit me. I could hear the rustling of leaves, the chirping of birds, and the distant sound of flowing water.
"Wow, this is amazing," I said, feeling a mix of excitement and wonder. "It's like being reborn.
With Sight and Hearing now available. Touch would be useful for physical interactions, while Smell and Taste could further enhance my perception of the environment.
"System, let's buy Touch."
<processing purchase...>
<Touch (Tactile) purchased>
The sensation of touch returned. I could feel the texture of the ground beneath me and the cool breeze against my skin.
"This is perfect," I said, appreciating after getting back my senses. With these senses, I can now understand this world."
I took a moment to revel in the sensations I had regained. Seeing, hearing, and feeling once more was exhilarating. With two basic senses left to buy, I decided to complete the set.
<processing purchase...>
<Taste (Gustation) purchased>
<processing purchase...>
<Smell (Olfaction) purchased>
The sensations of Taste and Smell of my surrounding flooded my consciousness. It was a wonderful feeling. I realized that I don't any physical body but still I have all these senses.
"System, I don't have a physical body. How can I see, smell, and taste without one?" I asked, puzzled.
<host, the system has generated these senses as data inputs integrated directly into your consciousness. Even without a physical body, you can perceive sensory through system's interfaces.>
"Oh, got it," I said, understanding slowly. "So, even though I'm not physically here, I can still experience everything as if I was."
With all my senses now functioning, I took stock of my surroundings. The forest was dense and lush, with trees so tall they seemed to disappear into the mist. The leaves were various shades of green, creating a vibrant tapestry that swayed gently in the breeze. The air was earthy, filled with the scent of moss and wildflowers.
The sounds of the forest were equally enchanting. I could hear leaves rustling, birds chirping, and a stream murmuring in the distance. The auditory landscape shifted with the wind and the movement of animals.
"System, what should I do next?" I asked, eager to proceed. "I've got all the basic senses now. What's the plan?"
<host should first absorb today's source from the environment and then explore gather more information about surroundings to get a better understanding of this world.>
"Alright, then let's first absorb today's source."
<ding >
<collected 100 source points>
<today's limit reached>
while absorbing the source point from the environment I realize that I was like a mist drifting through the forest. "System, why is my body like mist?"
<host exists as pure source, and source doesn't have any form. Generally, is always inside an object or person's body. As the host a body, host's in form of soul, which perceives mist.>
"Okay, it seems I need to buy a body for myself first," I said, thinking ahead. "System, what is the price for a body?"
<the price of the body depends on its characteristics, such as age, shape, race, and other qualities.>
"So what's the price for a body similar to the one I had in my previous life?"
<the 5000 price for that body is source points.>
"Damn, why is it so expensive?" I exclaimed. "Cheating system!"
<creating a body is very delicate task. The system needs to generate the brain, neuro links, and all organs, which require significant amount of source points.>
<system suggests the host not to buy a body from their previous life. The should consider purchasing with cultivation talent.>
"Oh, right. I almost forgot this is a cultivation world. How much does a body with cultivation talent cost?"
<there are different levels of spiritual root and comprehension for cultivation that cultivator have in a body affect the cost.>
"Tell me the cost of all the different levels."
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**Spiritual Root Levels:**
1. Basic Root - 1000 source points
2. Elemental Root - 10,000 source points
3. Harmonious Root - 100,000 source points
4. Resonant Root - 1,000,000 source points
5. Synergistic Root - 10,000,000 source points
6. Enlightened Root - 100,000,000 source points
7. Transcendent Root - 1,000,000,000 source points
8. Ascendant Root - 10,000,000,000 source points
9. Celestial Root - 100,000,000,000 source points
10. Ethereal Root - 1,000,000,000,000 source points
**Comprehension Levels:**
1. Instinctive Comprehension - 1000 source points
2. Fundamental Comprehension - 10,000 source points
3. Refined Comprehension - 100,000 source points
4. Insightful Comprehension - 1,000,000 source points
5. Harmonic Comprehension - 10,000,000 source points
6. Illuminated Comprehension - 100,000,000 source points
7. Divine Comprehension - 1,000,000,000 source points
8. Transcendent Comprehension - 10,000,000,000 source points
9. Celestial Comprehension - 100,000,000,000 source points
10. Ethereal Comprehension - 1,000,000,000,000 source points
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After seeing these prices, I was silent for a moment. Then I said, "What is this, system? Do you want me to die again after seeing these prices?"
<host can't die as the host is immortal.>
"Don't joke with me, system. I can't afford even the cheapest options for both spiritual root and Instinctive comprehension. So, to buy my previous life's body with basic root and comprehension talent, I need 7000 source points."
As I realized I can't do anything other than collecting more source points. I said, finally coming to a decision. "I want to buy my previous life's body with a basic root and Instinctive comprehension talent. When I have enough source points, buy it directly from the shop."
<host can create a shop list where all items be stored for future purchase.>
"Add this to the list," I instructed.