It has already been seven hours while Axel continuously cultivated his mana core. In hopes of reaching the Master realm in a mere fourteen hours.
But in spite his outstanding mana cultivation, More time was still essentially needed.
His mana core glowed in a more bright orange color, Mixing abit of reddish dimmed aura that circulated through with the flow of his Mana.
Meanwhile Greed continued observing his progression from the World of Desires.
[My user is an outstanding one, His persistency can't be belittled. Even though he knew that it'd be impossible to reach Master stage in just a short amount of time. He still proceeded on doing so. What a persistent guy. Kyahaha!]
Greed then stared at Axel's concentrating expression from a different point of view.
[Well he really lacks intimidation. His face is quite adorable even when being immersed unto something. He in fact is still a Kid so his looks can be understandable. Haha! I'm totally deceiving a young child lmao.]
Greed knew that once he switches with Axel, His real personality will be regained.
A truly horrifying personality of a Demon prince.
[Well, It's not like I should tell him about it. But once I regain my old self back, I might look at him differently now. I hope he would be able to seal me and return me back to this current personality.]
And Greed also knew, That there are risks for using a powerful Skill like him.
Due to the system's otherworldly ability, Greed's original well-being was sealed and concealed. After getting sealed inside Axel as a Skill, He began changing when the Assimilation process started.
His Cruel, Vicious, Unwavering, Dominant and Calm and collected personality were abruptly removed from himself. It was as if it never existed. But as per the System's notification, He would gradually return back to his former self once he gets released unto the open world.
He was engulfed by Axel's memories and severely made his brain hurt tremendously. But after witnessing Axel's entire life, Greed felt even his emotions burst into his existence.
Hoping that Axel would live in a peaceful life that'll never let him Use Alter Ego. Yet the world doesn't want to, It was as if Axel was a part of God's Story.
Before realizing, Greed was successfully released from the assimilation process.
He knew that if he were to switch places with Axel, His former self could be recovered but Axel would severely be affected by the risks of Switching persona.
Since two souls can never be allowed to live inside a single vessel.
[Sigh, This user really. I hope he becomes more powerful so that he won't need to switch with me. But he's still scared to kill, Ugh. There's no use thinking about it now. I should just observe him for now.]
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Meanwhile Axel's sweat dripped profusely due to his excessive concentration. The color of his Mana core became bright orange, Slowly forming and getting overwhelmed by a dimmed reddish mana circulating all over his Mana core.
"Phew." Axel opened his eyes and let out a long sigh. He noticed that the countdown was nearing it's due, And only 6 and a half hour was left.
"I wish that the System would also show my Cultivation progress in numbers. It's hard to guess just by feeling my mana core's color change." He mumbled, Wearing a tired and agitated expression.
Hey greed? Are you there? Do you know how can I see through my entire Progression rate in a more calculative method?" He asked, Hoping for an answer from Greed.
[I don't really know about the System. But I'm pretty sure that it'll update once your level increases.]
I guess. Anyways, I'll cultivate my mana more. I only have 6 and a half hour left."
[Yep! You should keep on doing that! Kyahaha!]
Axel then immediately started after getting a rest for more than five minutes.
Huh!?" Axel was shocked after realizing that his Mana was still being circulated and kept on gathering mana to fill his large mana pool without him cultivating it.
What's happening?" He mumbled to himself, Completely surprised about what was happening.
*Thud!* As Axel staggered and held unto the tree behind him.
Why does my head hurt...?" He wondered, Consciously being affected by some strange pain inside his head.
An immense pain reverberated throughout his entire body. His eyes began tearing blood, And blood also dripped out from his nose, Mouth and ears.
What's going on...?" He wondered in agony, Stumbling unto the ground as his face got stuck on the floor.
*A new passive sub skill has been Acquired: Profound Wisdom*
*Warning!*
*Data transferring has been halt*
*Transfered Data accumulated up to 5%*
*Reducing intensity of Profound Wisdom*
*Beep*
The pain vanished entirely, As if it never happened. Axel began standing up and felt that something has change within him.
What does that new sub skill mean?" He wondered, Staring at both of his hands.
[Wow. Congrats.]
Huh? What are you talking about greed?"
[You've gained the Ability to increase your Knowledge passively. You won't be needing my Data transfers anymore if you have that.]
Huh? What do you mean?--- Ugh... My head still hurts abit. But the pain in my body disappeared."
[That ability, Profound Wisdom is what made me knowledgeable and increased my intellect. Since you also have that, I'm sure you'll not need my help anymore.]
What are you talking about? I still need your help though."
[Kyahaha! Fine, I can't help it if my User says it! Hahaha!]
I see... So this passive skill enables the User to think more profoundly and boost his intellectual level. Now I understand." As Axel responded whilst holding his chin.
[You somehow talk more differently. Kyahahaha!]
Yeah, I feel intelligent somehow." Axel replied, Noticing the change within him.
He also realized and knew why his Cultivation still progressed even if he didn't concentrated on gathering mana.
The new knowledge that were bestowed upon him increased his understanding towards Mana and its methods on cultivating it.
Now I can freely walk while simultaeonlsy gathering mana." He mumbled through his head.
But still, Concentration is necessarily needed. I can now split my thoughts while Concentrating in my mana cultivation independently while I can move around. But if my entire concentration were to be disturbed it'll immediately halt my Mana cultivation. I see."
"I will reach greater heights in no time with this. That'll make me unstoppable. Keke" He mumbled, Wearing a satisfied and more greedy expression.
While Greed didn't utter a single word and continued on observing Axel and wondered about something.
[His tone and the way he acts instantly changed after receiving the Sub skill Profound Wisdom. While it's still in 5%, His entirety somehow changed drastically. I need to keep observing, But if what I'm guessing is right, It might become a problem.]
Axel's expression became odd, As if he was seeing himself achieving greater heights.
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Meanwhile Erza found Axel walking around in the woods and immediately called him.
"Young one!" She shouted, Trying to grab Axel's attention.
Axel paused and turned around, Noticing Erza's sudden appearance.
"Oh you're here?" He said.
Erza flinched, Huh? Why does he feel different?" She wondered.
"I was just looking for you, Since you haven't showed up for several hours." Erza said whilst trying to grab Axel's hand.
Axel pulled his hand and glanced at Erza, "You may go first, I still have things to do." He stated in a cold tone.
Huh? What's going on with him? His tone, His demeanor, His actions are truly different. It's as if he's not the Axel I knew." Erza pondered deeply, Confused about Axel's strange behavior.
"I see. Then I'll prepare your food. Just come to the tent once you're done doing your thing." She said and quietly left.
Axel carefully observed Erza as if she was analyzing her existence.
He then sat on the grass, Vividly staring at the bright sky as a gentle breeze passed through him.
What's wrong with me? Somehow I feel condemning all of the sudden." Axel wondered and stared blankly at the sky.
*Beep!*
*Quest finished! You have successfully gained 150 Experience points!*
Axel immediately formed a katana on his hand without uttering a single word, Slowly Imbuing it with his own mana that flowed through his mana veins and seeped through his hand, Transferring towards the Katana he held tightly.
He then smirked, As if he already knew about it. And his mana cultivation postponed, While the system told him to reach Level 50 in order to continuously cultivate his mana core into its next level.
His mana stage level had finally reached the starting line of the Master stage. The boost of intellect somehow gave him knowledge on how he should boost the progression of his Mana manipulation technique. Mixing it with his very own Mana tethering technique, The Cultivation process rapidly increased tenfold.
*Beep*
*Updating Skill Status Window*
*Operating New Status Window*
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*Status Display [User]*
[Name: Axel Echevalier]
[TITLE: N/A]
[Level: 12 (0/20)]
[Ego Skill: Greed (Permanent)]
[Skill Rank: E]
[Skill Type: Growth]
[Mana Core Level: Master Realm (12/100)]
[Mana: 1000]
[User Stats: (STR: 10) (AGI: 10) (VIT: 10) (INT: 52)]
[Active Sub Skills Acquired]
[String Absorption LV.5]
[String Marionette LV.1]
[String Creation LV.5]
[Alter Ego LV.1]
[Passive Sub Skills Acquired]
[String Manifestation LV.3]
[Resistance LV.3]
[Profound Wisdom LV.1 (5%)]
[String Materialization Acquired]
[Solid String, Sharpened String, Steel String, Diamond String, Wooden String, Poison String, Regeneration String]
*Skill Status Display [Greed]*
[Name: Leviathan (Seventh Prince)]
[Level: 12 (Based on User's level)]
[Ego Skill: Greed (Permanent)]
[Skill Rank: S]
[Skill Type: Growth]
[Active Sub Skills Acquired]
[Power Absorption LV.???]
[Total Authority LV.???]
[Profound Creation LV.???]
[Return User LV.???]
[Passive Sub Skills Acquired]
[Body of Leviathan LV.???]
[Demon King Aura LV.???]
[High-level Resistance LV.???]
[Profound Wisdom LV.???]
"Keke... Kuhahaha! Finally, It became more detailed." As Axel chuckled, Satisfied about the Status window's update.
"I need to level up more, In order to get more stronger. From now on, I won't ever be powerless and helpless." Axel stated, His resolve to grow stronger boiled with the sudden change of his attitude.
It was as if a New Axel got born.
Greed slowly became worried, After noticing that he cannot access Axel's thoughts without his permission from now on.
Chapter End.