The Kingmaker: Legend of the Undefeated Commander
"Saras Gayen! Are you reading those dusty old books again?" Nina Gayen's shout preceded her entrance as she banged open the door to her son's room. As she expected, she found Saras sitting on his bean bag, holding a paperback copy of World History: The Ancient Civilizations. She snatched the book from his hands and tossed it into the pile of other books covering a range of topics from politics to economics related to Earth. "Look at Ellie's daughter, Stivi. She has already reached Level 3 in the Dreamverse VR within two hours of its launch. Why are you still lounging at home?" "I am not lounging! I am studying History…" Saras protested, looking at the book pile before turning his gaze towards his mother. She stood with her hands on her hips, glaring at him as if he had committed a grave sin by not entering the game as soon as it was launched. "You are turning 25 this year. If you don't play the Dreamverse VR now and join a good guild, how will you find a wife?" Thus started his journey as he once again navigated the VR scene through the mysterious game Dreamverse VR that was said to hold the keys to Human Evolution.
The Bet
The moon hung low in the night sky, casting a heavy silvery glow over the desolate battlefield. Basking in the moonlight, the Harbingers stood ready to confront a tiny portion of the glimmering white Skeleton Army charging their way.
"Sid, want to bet, like the old days?" Samar asked the cloaked man with a grin. There was no need for him to say more as both of them knew the condition of the bet - The one who kills more mobs wins!
In the absence of unfamiliar eyes, Sid removed the hood, uncovering his wheatish brown face. His dark eyes glinted with mischief and joy as he asked, "What are the stakes?"
"Loser pays for the drinks!" Samar said, getting his bow ready.
"You are on!" Sid replied with a challenging smirk and whipped out his Twisted Ebony Staff. The two grinned at each other and attacked the incoming horde.