Chapter 99: Black Blind Box—Kryptonian Bloodline, Good Luck Domino Appears
Ethan Hayes was more than satisfied with the Shining Fruit he had drawn from the purple blind box. The fruit had already started reshaping his fighting style, increasing his speed tremendously. Swallowing the fruit triggered an influx of information, enhancing his understanding of this new power. Already adept at utilizing his other two Devil Fruits, he was able to master the Shining Fruit quickly, feeling a seamless blend with his existing abilities.
"There's no conflict, no so-called Devil Fruit curse. I can feel the other fruits evolving too," Ethan thought, feeling the potential. However, he decided to set aside further exploration for now. The real prize awaited—the black blind box.
This black box was legendary, known for instilling true despair in enemies. Ethan opened it with anticipation.
A flicker of black light emerged, akin to the boundless depths of the universe. Within this space, a figure in a black battle uniform, cape fluttering, floated forward. The red S-emblem on his chest caused Ethan's heart to race. It was none other than a true god among men: Clark Kent, also known as Kal-El.
"Congratulations, host! You have obtained Kryptonian bloodline from Kal-El."
Ethan felt his body surge with power. The strength coursing through him was unlike anything he had experienced, integrating his human DNA with the Kryptonian genes. He felt his physical strength expanding, the dragon pulse within him roaring to life, transforming into something even more powerful.
"An island with an endless sunrise," Ethan whispered, opening a portal with his Sling Ring to a frozen island he had previously altered. Standing atop a high ice peak, he welcomed the rising sun. His genes eagerly absorbed the Fixed Star's energy, his pores opening to soak in the power. He knew that, given enough time, his abilities would reach heights even beyond the legendary Superman.
"Even without kryptonite in this world… I am unstoppable," he murmured, a brilliant smile forming.
Returning to his status screen, Ethan examined the powerful transformations he had undergone:
Host: Ethan Hayes
Wealth Value: 86.06675 billion points
Desire Points: 688 million points
Bloodline: Kryptonian Bloodline (Level 1), Human Bloodline (Level 3)
Abilities:
• Mammoth Strength, Dragon Pulse, Biological Force Field
• Frozen Fruit (Level 3), Burning Fruit (Level 3), Shining Fruit (Level 1)
• Mind Dominator (Master Level), Water Control Magic (Master Level)
• Man of Steel (Proficient), Super Flight (Proficient), Ice Breath (Peak), Heat Vision (Peak), Clairvoyance (Proficient), Super Hearing (Proficient)
Ethan felt the raw potential in every fiber of his being. He channeled his energy, upgrading the Shining Fruit to its peak. The fruit's energy harmonized perfectly with his Kryptonian blood, accelerating his growth. A surge of power filled him as he broke through to new levels.
Then, he returned to Central Park, blending effortlessly among the morning joggers, his body brimming with energy. Lost in thought, he barely noticed the mugger approach, a gun pressing into his side.
"Keep walking. Don't make a scene," the mugger muttered.
Ethan chuckled internally at the irony. A mere mortal daring to rob the Ice Demon! Just as he considered using telepathy to dissuade the thief, a confident voice interrupted.
"My lucky day," came the voice. A woman with a striking bronze complexion and an afro swiftly disarmed the mugger. She smirked, pocketing the weapon with practiced ease.
"Thank you," Ethan said, genuinely amused by his unusual rescuer.
"No problem! They call me Domino. And my luck tells me you'll bring me more of it," she replied, flashing a smile. Her keen gaze assessed him quickly. "You wouldn't happen to know where I could find Inez, would you? I've been looking for her."
Ethan recognized her now—Domino, the one blessed by the goddess of luck, the heroine from Deadpool 2. "As a matter of fact, I know exactly where she is," he replied, feeling luck's favor on him as well.
"That's perfect! Wade's been looking for her too," Domino replied, sounding relieved.
Ethan smirked, holding out his hand. "You're lucky, Domino. How about I take you there?"
Without hesitation, she took his hand, and before she could react, they were airborne, soaring through the sky. They reached their destination in seconds, landing gracefully on the rooftop of the Osborn building.
Domino's eyes sparkled with awe as she took in the scene. "Flying? And here I thought I was just saving another pretty face in the park."
"Turns out you saved the Ice Demon himself," Ethan said with a sly grin. Domino's jaw dropped, but she quickly composed herself.
"So, friend or foe?" she asked, her tone teasing yet wary.
"Friend, if you're lucky," Ethan replied, offering his hand.
Domino chuckled, placing her hand in his as they stepped through a portal back to his villa. She looked around, impressed, her interest piqued by every corner.
"This… this is magic," she murmured, wide-eyed.
"It is," he replied. "In fact, I could even introduce you to the Ancient One, the Earth's Sorcerer Supreme."
Domino's face lit up. "Seriously? I think I just hit the jackpot!"
Ethan smiled, knowing that Domino's luck was about to bring him luck as well. He wasn't sure if this was chance or destiny, but he was more than ready for the journey ahead.
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