Chapter 35: System Upgrade – The Power of Innovation

Aldric's life had changed drastically since being transported into this new world. He had gained immense power, mastered both his demonic and draconic heritages, and had established **Ecliptic Industries**, a company that was rapidly becoming a force to be reckoned with. Yet, despite all of his progress, Aldric knew that there was always more to achieve. His ambition was boundless, and his **Sign-In System** had always been the key to unlocking new abilities and opportunities. 

One morning, while reviewing the success of his first technological prototypes—a range of bicycles and motorbikes—Aldric once again felt the familiar tingle of the **Sign-In System** activating. Every time this happened, he couldn't help but feel a surge of anticipation. Each sign-in had changed his life dramatically, and he was sure that this time would be no different.

He sat down in his private quarters, ready to activate the system.

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### **A New Upgrade: The System Evolves**

As Aldric focused, the interface of the **Sign-In System** appeared before him.

**[Sign-In Complete: You have received the following upgrade:]**

**System Upgrade**: *Your Sign-In System has evolved into a more advanced version. It now includes RPG-like features, a lottery system, and a shop where you can purchase a wide range of items, skills, and enhancements. You will earn shop points whenever you create something that other people use, either directly or indirectly. Shop points can be used to purchase items from the shop. Additionally, spending shop points will grant you lottery tickets, which can either yield nothing or give you random items from the shop. However, for the system to fully integrate with your body and mind, you must enter a deep sleep for 4 hours.*

Aldric's eyes widened as he read through the description. His system had always been incredibly powerful, granting him new abilities and knowledge with each sign-in, but now it was evolving into something even more dynamic. The introduction of RPG-like features, a shop, and a lottery system meant that he could customize his growth in ways he had never imagined before. 

The shop would allow him to choose exactly what he needed, rather than relying solely on random sign-ins. The lottery system added an element of excitement—while it could grant him nothing, it also had the potential to gift him rare and powerful items that might not even be available in the shop. 

But what intrigued Aldric the most was the ability to earn **shop points** simply by creating and releasing products. This meant that every time someone used one of the bicycles, motorbikes, or other innovations he introduced through **Ecliptic Industries**, he would earn points. The more his creations spread, the more points he would accumulate. It was the perfect system to reward innovation and productivity, driving him to continue shaping the world through his technological and magical advancements.

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### **Preparing for the System Update**

Although Aldric was eager to explore the new features, he understood the gravity of the system's instruction. For the upgrade to fully integrate with his body, he needed to sleep for four hours. This was no ordinary rest—he needed to enter a deep, meditative state, allowing his body and mind to adjust to the new system. It was much like when he had received the **All Knowledge of the Modern World**—his body required time to process and adapt to the influx of power and information.

Aldric made the necessary preparations, ensuring that he would be undisturbed during the four hours. He activated his **Barrier Magic** around his chambers, creating a protective shield that would prevent anyone from entering. He left instructions with his closest advisors—Valen, Lysander, and Orin—that he was not to be disturbed under any circumstances.

Once everything was in place, Aldric lay down in his private quarters, closed his eyes, and allowed himself to slip into the deep, restorative sleep required for the system update.

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### **The Four Hours of Transformation**

As Aldric drifted into sleep, he felt his body and mind beginning to change, as though the system was weaving itself deeper into his very being. In the dark void of unconsciousness, Aldric could feel the **Sign-In System** evolving—its framework expanding, new features being integrated into his consciousness.

The RPG-like features were the first to settle into his mind. He now had the ability to track his stats, level up, and even gain experience points through various tasks, including battles, innovations, and even everyday actions. His abilities, both magical and physical, would now grow more systematically, providing a clearer path of progression.

Next, the **shop** interface began to take shape. Aldric could now see a vast marketplace filled with countless items—ranging from powerful weapons and armor to magical artifacts, potions, and even rare materials for crafting. Each item had a corresponding price in **shop points**, and the list of available items seemed to change dynamically based on his needs and progression.

Then came the **lottery system**. Aldric could visualize a wheel of fortune, its segments filled with potential rewards—some valuable, others less so. By using lottery tickets, he could spin the wheel and take a chance on obtaining rare and powerful items. The thrill of randomness appealed to him, knowing that with enough luck, he could unlock something truly extraordinary.

Finally, the system's upgrade also emphasized **shop points**. Aldric understood that every time someone used one of his inventions—whether a bicycle, motorbike, or any other product he would create in the future—he would earn points. These points would accumulate passively, allowing him to continue growing stronger even when he wasn't actively fighting or training.

For four hours, Aldric's body and mind adapted to the new system. It felt like a recalibration of his powers—a fine-tuning that would make him even more formidable than before. By the time the transformation was complete, Aldric awoke with a sense of clarity and control over the new features now embedded in his mind.

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### **Exploring the New Features**

When Aldric awoke, he immediately activated the upgraded **Sign-In System** to explore the new features.

A sleek interface appeared before his eyes, far more advanced than before. It now displayed various tabs, including **Stats**, **Shop**, **Lottery**, and a counter showing his current **Shop Points**—though, for now, the number was still at zero since none of his inventions had yet reached mass usage.

Aldric first clicked on the **Stats** tab. It displayed detailed information about his abilities:

- **Level:** 55

- **Mana:** 9,500

- **Strength:** 8,200

- **Agility:** 7,800

- **Endurance:** 8,000

- **Intelligence:** 10,000

- **Vitality:** 9000

It also listed skills like his **Creation Magic**, **Breathing Styles**, and **Void Dragon Form**, with indicators showing his progress toward mastering each ability further.

Aldric then moved to the **Shop** tab, where he browsed through the various categories. The shop offered items he had never dreamed of before—legendary weapons, rare materials, enchanted armor, and even unique abilities that could enhance his existing powers. Some items were prohibitively expensive, but Aldric knew that as Ecliptic Industries grew and his creations spread across the world, shop points would soon accumulate.

The final feature was the **Lottery**. A wheel of fortune appeared before him, each segment containing potential rewards. The shop points he earned from his inventions could be spent on lottery tickets, and with each ticket, he had the chance to win powerful items and he could also recieve skills. It was a gamble, but one that could pay off significantly.

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### **Looking Ahead: The Future of Ecliptic Industries**

As Aldric pondered the implications of his system upgrade, he realized just how much potential lay ahead. Every product he developed, every machine or artifact that Ecliptic Industries released into the world, would not only generate wealth but would also earn him shop points, which could be used to enhance his personal strength even further.

He now had the tools to build an empire like no other—an empire powered by innovation, technology, and magic. With the RPG-like features of his system, Aldric could track his progress more efficiently, allowing him to continuously level up as he faced greater challenges. And with the shop and lottery features, he could tailor his growth by acquiring items that would enhance his combat prowess or aid in his business ventures.

However, Aldric was careful not to share any of this with his closest advisors. As always, the origin of his abilities remained a closely guarded secret. He would continue to present his innovations as the result of his own genius, keeping the true nature of his power hidden from even those closest to him.

With a renewed sense of purpose, Aldric set his sights on the future. Ecliptic Industries was about to revolutionize the world with its inventions, and with every new product, Aldric would grow stronger.

As the wheels of progress began to turn, Aldric smiled. His empire was just beginning, and with the power of the **Sign-In System** evolving, there was no limit to what he could achieve.