Great Changes (1)
ding...
[Upgrade Process Completed]
[Subordinate Lara has Evolved]
ding...
[Celestial Goddess Bloodline has been Awakened]
[Current absorption: 5%]
[The host is advised to increase his realm to allow this subordinate to absorb more of her bloodline]
Rasoul turned, shooting a quick glance at Lara before revisiting the message. It was evident that something was off. Despite Lara's gentle and cute appearance, the pressure she exerted far surpassed what he had felt from the Saint he battled just a few days ago. Understanding the perks that came with assimilating bloodlines, Rasoul was taken aback by Lara's newfound power after absorbing just 5 percent. It hinted at the bloodline's strength being much greater than he had initially believed.
'How on earth did Lara become this powerful with just a 5 percent boost?' Rasoul wondered to himself. Little did he know, the celestial bloodline possessed by Lara and her sister transcended dimensions. He hadn't delved deep into its intricacies, and with a furrowed brow, he moved on to the next message.
ding...
[Sarbodinate Lara has awakened a unique Class]
[Class: Celestial Goddess Divinity]
[Because she is the progenitor of this unique class, The universe has bestowed 2 unique abilities only known to her]
[Unique Abilities]
[Celestial Tempest: Active] - (Tier 10)
[Luminous Shockwave:]
- Unleashes a blinding shockwave of divine light and thunder that blinds and disorients enemies within a large radius.
[Thunderous Resonance:]
- Infuses allies with the resonating power, granting them increased speed and reflexes for a limited time.
[Divine Cleansing:]
- Purifies the area of malevolent energies, removing debuffs and ailments from allies.
[Heavenly Impact:]
- Upon impact, the celestial tempest creates a protective barrier, shielding allies from incoming attacks for a short duration.
(Upgradable)
[Thunderforge Radiance: Active] - (Tier 10)
[Ethereal Bolts:]
- Projects radiant bolts of divine energy and thunder that seek out and strike multiple enemies with precision.
[Aegis of the Storm:]
- Envelop the caster in an electrified aura, deflecting incoming projectiles and reducing damage taken.
[Radiant Surge:]
- Empowers allies with a surge of divine energy, enhancing their abilities and causing their attacks to deal additional radiant damage.
[Resonant Burst:]
- Upon defeating an enemy, releases a burst of radiant and thunderous energy that damages nearby foes and heals allies.
(Upgradable)
[Divine Thunderstorm: Active] - (Tier 10)
[Judgmental Fury:]
- Calls forth a barrage of divine lightning bolts that selectively target and strike down enemies with malevolent intent.
[Celestial Empowerment:]
- Enhances the physical and magical attributes of allies, boosting their strength, intelligence, and agility.
[Thunderous Sanctuary:]
- Creates a protective field that absorbs incoming damage and redirects it as a powerful shockwave against enemies.
[Divine Intervention:
- In times of peril, invokes a divine intervention that resurrects fallen allies and grants them temporary invulnerability.
(Upgradable)
[Note: This ability will remain locked until the subordinate becomes a sage.]
[Current Realm - Human: Semi-Saint, Beast: Alpha Beast]
[Realm Realm - Human: Sage, Beast: Calamity]
'Ah, got it. I need to up my game and climb the ranks quickly. Lara and Sabrat need to unlock their full potential, and I'm falling behind,' Rasoul mused to himself. With determination in his eyes, he swiftly shifted his focus to the next message.
Ding...
[Subordinate has been awarded a title]
[Title: Master of Divinity and Purity]
Rasoul swiftly checked the impact this title would have on Lara.
[Apocalyptic Tempest]
- Effect: Once every 100 days for 10 hours, the Subordinate can unleash the full might of an apocalyptic storm, covering the entire battlefield in chaos. Lightning strikes without discrimination, fierce winds disorient foes, and torrents of rain impede movements. The Bringer of Storm and her allies become nearly invulnerable, transforming into an unstoppable force of nature, while all opposition is battered into submission by the overwhelming power of the tempest.
'Holy smokes, this is too powerful. With just a title, she can practically wipe out a whole battlefield. It's insanely overpowered. I need to score my own OP title,' Rasoul muttered to himself, scrolling through the description again. The title was undeniably overwhelming.
What Rasoul remained unaware of was that they would soon encounter a dire situation, and only Lara's bestowed title would be their salvation.
Ding...
[The subordinate has unlocked 2 new Passive abilities]
[Passive Abilities]
[Rapid Healing: Passive]
>> The Subordinate can now heal injuries 10 times faster than normal Cultivators.
>> The Subordinate can regenerate any body part and organs, provided she is not dead.
[Note: The ability will continue to evolve as the subordinate rises in ranks]
'At least, I don't have to worry about her now. She can heal faster than even those with healing classes. What a fantastic ability. We'll have to wait for the evolved version and see if she can extend her healing prowess to others,' Rasoul thought, feeling relieved for Lara. Now, he wouldn't have to fear for her life on the battlefield.
[Divine Eye: Passive]
>> The Subordinate can now see through a lie. She can tell when someone is lying.
[Note: Other uses have been locked due to the subordinate's weak mind strength. The host is advised to buy mind training abilities for her from the system store.]
'A living lie detector, huh? This is just great. I'll have to depend on her a lot more,' Rasoul said with a mix of relief and amusement.
*****
As Rasoul delved into the new upgrades for Lara, young prodigies from various corners of the human empire began converging. Rasoul had been cocooned for a whole week, and heirs from prominent families were making their strategic moves.
If Rasoul were present, he might have recognized seven individuals who had just arrived in the capital of the Sundance Kingdom. The gathering grew more intense as rival kingdoms cast wary glances at each other.
The human empire deemed the smallest and weakest in Venera, lacked many powerhouses. Consequently, numerous individuals chose to migrate to more influential empires. Legends whispered that the human empire had once been a force to be reckoned with across Venara.
However, its decline began when the empire at that time lost a powerful protector after the Axiom War.
The human empire's current powerhouses were limited to great sages, causing many races to disregard the empire's influence in global affairs. However, within the human empire, seven kingdoms constantly vied to surpass each other in strength and wealth.
Today, they gathered for a collective venture into the Tomb of Nino, the Deity of War, who had left behind significant treasures before ascending. Nino had been a formidable being in the mortal realm, and his tomb promised a fierce battle to claim the riches within.
Amidst rumors circulating about Nino's legacy, heirs eyed each other warily. Some forged alliances, while others hired talented individuals to aid in their quest. Tensions escalated, especially between rival kingdoms. Just because they belonged to the same empire didn't mean they had to like each other.
In a capital inn, seven individuals convened, engaging in conversation over drinks and pastries.
"I suspect this year's expedition will be a tough and dangerous one," Celina remarked. She played the role of the group's mastermind. Despite their mutual dislike, they had to form alliances to stand a chance at claiming Nino's legacy.
Clay's demise weighed heavily on her, not because she mourned his death. What shook her to the core was the revelation that, before parting ways, Clay had been aware of her plot to end his life. He openly disclosed his knowledge of the poisoned pancakes he had consumed and promised to return for revenge. This unsettling revelation left her haunted, knowing that Clay's promise of revenge lingered in the air.
"Power always comes with struggles. We've got to carve our path to the legacy. Nothing should stand in our way. We are the seven great heirs from the Rainy Kingdom, and we won't let anything hinder us," declared Steve, known as The Butcher, the heir of the Darius Great family.
"I'm with Steve on this one. We can't let this opportunity slip without a fight," chimed in Isak from the Ahmed family. As the strongest among them, Isak was a Grandmaster stage cultivator, the sole Grandmaster among the heirs.
"The other families have already sent reinforcements from the kingdom to assist.
"Celina, weird as it may sound, we need your strategic mind on this expedition. We've got to stay two steps ahead of our rivals, especially the Great families from Sundance Kingdom. I've heard the Seven Fairies joined their families, and even some core disciples from the sects are on board. Their strength is no joke," added Solowa, the heir of the Tettah Family.
"Strength won't matter if we're consistently ahead of them. If we play our cards right, we'll secure this legacy without much struggle. The real question is, will you guys follow my lead, or will you continue being the pushovers you are and go in guns blazing?" Celina addressed them, emphasizing her reliance on intellect.
"Make no mistake, Celina. We'll heed your instructions on this mission, but only as long as things stay calm. If situations change, I'll take charge, and you'll stay in the background like a shadow," asserted Isak, flexing his strength.
"Yeah, whatever. Just don't do anything stupid once we're in there," Celina retorted.
"What's that supposed to mean? Tread carefully, Celina. Let's not forget, we're only allies for the duration of this expedition. Trust me, in less than a month, it'll all be over," Isak responded with a cold voice.
"And what can you do to me? I could kill you a hundred times before you even drew your sword. The next time you think about flexing your muscles, think twice," Celine spoke, standing up. She took out six vials from her storage ring and set them on the table. "That's the antidote for the poison you all just drank," she said, shifting her eyes to Isak.
"Tread carefully, Isak. Killing you is as easy as swatting a fly," she declared before walking away, leaving the six boys behind. It was evident she could have killed them, but she chose not to—an ominous testament to the terrifying nature of the Pity family, the scariest among all the great families in the Rainy Kingdom.
"I have to give it to her; she is scary," Obed of the Micah family commented.
"That I can't deny," added Nathan of the Nuel family. All Isak could do was grit his teeth while clenching his fist.
*****
Far from the human empire, ten individuals, all in the Peak Sage Realm, gathered in a room. They bore the signature pointy ears, marking them as Elves, more precisely, High Elves. One among them spoke,
"I trust you all comprehend the significance and urgency of this mission. The elders from the order have explicitly commanded it. There must be no mistakes. Is that understood?"
"YES, MIGOS!" In unison, they responded, setting out on their journey towards the human empire.
They stood as one of the most formidable assassin groups in the Elvin Empire, boasting an impeccable record of never failing a single assassination mission. Naturally, their fees matched the excellence of their services. The elusive Dark Order enlisted their skills, tasking them with tracking down The Supreme One and his subordinates and eliminating them.
Despite the seemingly impossible challenge ahead, an unexpected variable in the human empire would soon make this challenging task appear considerably more effortless.