Jin didn't find this question strange.
It was common knowledge that when an individual awakened a supernatural power, its name would appear in their mind, as if it had already been a part of their memory since they were born.
Jin shook his head slightly to ease up the pain and answered, "Double Lifespan."
The official recorded it to his note book before looking at Jin and commenting, "A pretty straightforward ability. Let's resume."
Jin shook his head and said, "It's no use."
The official stared at him, waiting for him to explain.
"I'm born without an energy core and energy circuits."
The official's eyes widened, he carefully touched Jin's shoulder and closed his eyes.
Since the child had said so, there was no need to continue. However, the official still needed to confirm it himself.
After a few seconds, the official opened his eyes filled with pity.
He had understood the child's situation. Born without an energy core and energy circuits, he must've placed his hope on the idea of awakening a supernatural power.
'Alas, he's unlucky, as the supernatural power he awakened was practically useless…' The official thought, feeling sorry for the child.
Then he asked, "Name please."
"Jin."
"Surname?"
"None." Jin shook his head as he answered.
Their parents had never mentioned anything about them having a surname.
Anyway, it was natural for commoner families to not have a surname.
"Done. You may now leave." The official said mechanically, but one could see the traces of pity apparent in his eyes.
Jin's eyes lingered at the Awakening Device before going out of the tent after briefly thanking the official.
As soon as he turned his back on the official, the expression on his face became strange.
When he arrived outside of the tent, he lowered his head in order to hide his expression.
'What the hell is this!?' Jin couldn't help but curse internally as he read the name of the supernatural power that appeared in his mind.
[Immortality]
Realizing what he thought, he softly slapped his mouth thinking, 'Oops, I cursed. Sorry, Mom. Sorry, Dad.' It was one of the manners taught to both him and his sister by their parents. But he was just too shocked!
He knew that supernatural powers were inexplicable and unpredictable. However, to be able to awaken something as absurd as immortality!
That was the reason Jin had a perplexed expression on his face.
It was neither extended lifespan nor regeneration. It was just straight up immortality!
Immortality could be called a god-like ability. However, it didn't have any offensive means. That was why Jin didn't know whether he should be happy or sad.
As for why he lied to the official earlier, it was a given.
Although he was only 10 years old, Jin had read a lot of books, coupled with his intelligence, he knew that an ability as grand as immortality needed to be kept secret.
He even decided to keep it from his father and sister. After all, one slip could endanger their lives.
Thus, while thinking on his next course of action, he walked to the waiting area for parents.
After a few seconds of looking around, Jin saw the table where his father and sister were seated.
They noticed him too after a moment.
"Brother!" Tanya excitedly got up and ran towards Jin.
"Son!" Leo also stood up with a nervous expression.
"Dad! Sister!" Jin smiled as he hugged his little sister.
"Hehe. Brother, the man said that I was very talented!" Tanya began to brag.
"Daughter, let's go first. We'll talk while we eat, okay?" Leo stopped his daughter from possibly hurting her brother's feelings and changed the topic.
"Today is your Awakening Ceremony! So we'll celebrate!" Leo said as he tapped his pouch which was filled with gold.
Tanya cheered happily. Jin laughed at his sister. He glanced briefly at his father, knowing what he was thinking.
The family went into a fancy restaurant and ordered dishes cooked with magic beast meat.
"Woahhh!" Tanya excitedly licked her lips as she stared at the magic beast dishes on the table.
Jin also had an excited expression on his eyes as he looked at the dishes rich with nutrients and mana.
Seeing the excited expressions of his children, Leo smiled and said, "Let's eat!"
* * *
An hour or so later…
"Brother! Brother! Let's see whose talent is better!" Tanya, who was rubbing her stomach with a satisfied expression excitedly said to Jin.
Jin smiled and said, "You go first. What's your talent?"
On the other hand, Leo listened on with a worried expression. His daughter had a talent worth celebrating for, but he felt that it would be inconsiderate for his son.
'Ugh, I really don't know how to handle things like this… If only Tiana was still here…' Leo sighed with a sad expression.
"Heh! Brother! Although I didn't have any talent for mana and holy energy, the man in the tent said that my talent in aura is Clear Platinum, which is the best talent in the kingdom! He also said that it was only a step away from the mythical Diamond Stage! I also awakened the supernatural power called Technique Replication! Hehe!" Tanya's chin was high up in the air as she bragged cutely to her brother.
Jin, on the other hand, became wide-eyed with shock as he heard his little sister's words. Not only did she h
He looked at his father to ask for the details.
Leo smiled, proud of his daughter and elaborated, "It's true, son. The officials even notified me about your sister's special case. They said that they could help take us to the capital to ensure that she will be nurtured well."
"Really!?" Jin's eyes widened more as he asked with amazement. "What did you say, dad?"
Leo smiled and replied, "Tanya asked me about it. I said that we still need to talk about it and that we'll give an answer at a later date. After all, I don't want to rush into deciding on something so big."
Jin nodded in understanding before turning to look at his little sister, "How about you, sister? Do you want to go to the capital?"
Hearing her brother's question, a conflicted expression appeared on Tanya's face.