The deafening applause from the crowd gradually subsides as the commentator continues to announce Dragon Academy's victory in the Inter-School Competition.
With great excitement and gratitude etched across their faces.
Master Liang, Sensei Mei, Kai, and his companions - Ethan, Leon, Aoi, Alex, Sarah, Michael Emily, Jackson, and Rachel step confidently onto center stage.
Their splendid performance garners an overwhelming response from the crowd who admire them fervently amidst a shower of applause.
Meanwhile, the commentator's voice reverberates through the air as they wholeheartedly recognize and honor this victorious team. However, beyond all these celebratory environments, Kai finds his attention divided.
While the commentator praises their triumph, a constant stream of notifications floods his system, drawing his gaze away from the congratulatory words.
Ignoring the ongoing announcement, Kai's focus shifts to the influx of messages. The notifications appear in rapid succession, overwhelming his screen:
[Congratulation on winning the Inter-School Competition]
[Quest Complete: Inter-School Champions]
[Rewards Acquired]
[Experience Points Gained: +200]
[You have leveled up]
[Rewards Sent to Inventory]
[System Update in Progress]
[System Update: 5 seconds until initiation]
[System Update: 4 seconds until initiation]
[System Update: 3 seconds until initiation]
[System Update: 2 seconds until initiation]
[System Update: 1 second until initiation]
[System Update: Updating in Progress]
[System Update Reminder: Certain Functions Temporarily Locked]
[Host Kai, Exercise Caution During the Update]
Kai feels overwhelmed as he tries to process the unexpected flood of information. He can't help but feel frustrated and questions the systems' lack of warning and how it disrupts everything so suddenly.
He quietly murmurs to himself. "Hmm? What? Hold on! Which functions are going to be locked? They should have given us advance notice. "
Inhaling deeply, Kai attempts to calm himself as Ethan interrupts his thoughts with a calling. "Hey, Kai! What's going on in your head? Are you caught up in all the excitement?"
Kai shakes his head, trying to shake off his frustration. "Nah, just contemplating a few things."
As the commentator concludes his speech, they exit the stage and proceed toward the rest area. This room provides a brief respite from the intense heat of the competition, where fatigued students earnestly seek comfort on their beds.
Master Liang, however, lingers a moment longer to address his victorious team.
"Hey, all of you!" he calls out, capturing their attention.
"I know you're tired, and I won't take much of your time. Remember to get plenty of rest tonight. Tomorrow, the organizers are hosting a party, attended by all six schools. Enjoy the celebration and have a good sleep. See you there."
With those parting words, Master Liang closes the door of the restroom and walks away.
The students buzz with excitement about the upcoming party, but fatigue soon catches up with them. One by one, they succumb to slumber, their rhythmic breathing filling the room.
Kai, however, finds himself wide awake, his mind abuzz with thoughts.
As he observes his friends' peaceful sleeping forms, he whispers, "Wow, they're all fast asleep. Well, I still have some time. Why not check the system's status and see which functions are locked?"
Attempting to access his Attribute Window, Kai discovers it is unresponsive—a stark reminder of the system update.
Curiosity piqued, he wonders if his skills will still function despite the locked attributes. Activating his Spirit Manipulation skill, relief washes over him as the familiar energy courses through his veins. Skills, it seems, are unaffected by the update.
Eager to explore further, Kai delves into other system functions. After some trial and error, he discovers that his Inventory is accessible. Opening it up, he finds a list of items:
[Inventory]
1. Sword(Dragonheart)
2. Low-level Random Skill Box
The temptation to open the skill box tugs at him, but a thought stops him in his tracks. He ponders, "Should I open it now? It's only a low-level box.
Perhaps I should wait until after the system update. When I level up, I'll gain an extra stat point, which I can allocate to luck. Maybe then, I'll have a higher chance of obtaining a more powerful skill."
With a determined nod, Kai decides to exercise patience. He closes his Inventory window and settles back into his bed, anticipation coursing through his veins.
In the midst of the calmness that fills the room, Kai whispers softly to himself, expressing his hopeful anticipation for tomorrow. He eagerly anticipates the surprises and wonders that await them.
With these optimistic thoughts lingering in his mind, he eventually surrenders himself to sleep. His dreams intertwine with the endless possibilities that lie ahead.