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Chapter 28 - Chapter 28: Almighty Pup

As he closed his eyes, the crackling sound of electricity filled the air, and the pulsating energy of the lightning surrounded him. Ares allowed himself to be immersed in this electrifying atmosphere, opening his senses to the raw power and essence of lightning.

In his meditative state, vivid scenes of lightning unfolded before Ares' mind's eye. He witnessed the birth of lightning, seeing clouds gathering and swelling with charged particles. With his focused mind, Ares visualized the exact moment when the tension reached its peak, and a surge of electricity bridged the gap between the clouds and the earth. He saw the mesmerizing display of lightning bolts arcing across the sky, illuminating the darkness with their brilliant flashes.

As Ares immersed himself in these visions, he began to grasp the true nature of lightning and its profound symbolism. Lightning represented power, speed, and unpredictability. It was a force that could bring destruction or illuminate the path ahead. Ares recognized that these qualities held immense significance in his pursuit of lightning intent.

Drawing inspiration from the scenes playing out in his mind, Ares sought to embody the formation of lightning within himself. He imagined the charged particles swirling within his body, his veins crackling with energy, and his core becoming a conduit for the electric power that coursed through him.

In this process of comprehension, Ares understood that lightning intent was not merely about mimicking the physical manifestations of lightning. It went beyond the external display of power. Instead, he realized that true mastery of lightning intent required him to internalize its essence, allowing it to merge seamlessly with his martial techniques and his very being.

As he continued his meditative journey, Ares focused on the formation of lightning intent within himself. He cultivated a deep understanding of the principles that governed lightning—its speed, agility, and ability to strike with precision. He sought to integrate these qualities into his movements, refining his techniques to mirror the fluidity and potency of lightning bolts.

Through relentless practice and unwavering determination, Ares began to harness the lightning intent within him. He found himself moving with unparalleled speed and agility, striking with lightning-like reflexes, and infusing his attacks with the electrifying power of lightning.

The formation of lightning intent within Ares was not just a physical transformation; it was a spiritual and mental evolution. He had learned to tap into the raw energy and potential that lightning represented, channeling it through his body, his mind, and his martial skills.

With every strike, Ares felt the surge of lightning intent coursing through him. He became one with the thunderous storms, embodying their power and unleashing devastating attacks upon his opponents. His movements crackled with electric energy, leaving a trail of awe and admiration in their wake.

Through his arduous comprehension, Ares had unlocked the true essence of lightning intent. He had merged his being with the very source of lightning, embracing its ferocity and harnessing its limitless power. In doing so, he had become a living embodiment of the electrifying force that could both illuminate and destroy, forever wielding the formidable might of lightning intent.

As Ares comprehended the 1st level of lightning intent, he left the lightning zone and was about to venture to other zones. However, his journey took an unexpected turn when he witnessed a dog emerging from a zone filled with sword intent. He couldn't help but question his own abilities and comprehend the vast gap between his own comprehension and that of the heavenly divine hound.

With each display of the dog's mastery over different intents, Ares's world seemed to spin, and he struggled to maintain his balance. It was as if the foundation of his understanding was shaken, and he felt a mix of awe, envy, and a hint of frustration.

Ares witnessed the dog slashing through rocks with the precision and grace of a seasoned swordsman, utilizing its claws as a manifestation of sword intent. The sight was nothing short of extraordinary, leaving Ares awestruck and perplexed by the depths of the dog's comprehension.

But it didn't end there. The dog, now filled with a sense of pride, proceeded to manipulate the earth itself, sculpting its own statue displaying a smug demeanor, seemingly aware of its own handsome creation. and basking in the satisfaction. Ares could hardly believe his eyes. The world around him seemed to blur as he struggled to process the magnitude of the dog's abilities.

He observed the dog heading towards the fire zone to comprehend fire intent, he could not allow the dog to comprehend fire intent because once it was comprehended by the dog, he could not comprehend it. as the trial allowed only a single person to comprehend it. So, he quickly caught up to it and carried it and threw it away from the fire zone and he quickly entered it. The dog responded with whimpers and growls, expressing its dissatisfaction with Ares' interference. Undeterred, the dog made its way to another zone, leaving Ares to contemplate its remarkable talents. This heavenly divine hound surpassed others in terms of talent and comprehension, with its powers transcending conventional limits. It continued its journey, entering the water zone and later leaving after comprehending the water's intent. The dog then ventured into the wind zones, swiftly understanding and assimilating the wind intent before moving on. In contrast, Ares found himself still struggling to grasp the intricacies of the Fire Intent, while the pup had already comprehended both wind and water.

Ares ventured into the zone filled with intense heat and roaring flames, he sought to unravel the profound mysteries of fire intent. Taking a seat in a meditative posture, he prepared himself to embark on a transformative journey of comprehension.

Closing his eyes, Ares allowed the scorching ambiance to envelop him, feeling the radiant warmth and energy of the flames. The crackling sound of burning wood and the dancing flames became the backdrop of his inner exploration.

In his meditative state, vibrant scenes of fire unfolded within Ares' consciousness. He witnessed the birth of fire, observing the ignition of a spark that ignited the fuel, be it wood, fuel, or gas. He saw the flames eagerly consuming the material, their hunger manifesting as tongues of fire leaping and flickering in their quest for sustenance.

Through his mind's eye, Ares perceived the intricate dance of the flames, as they swirled and twisted, creating mesmerizing patterns of light and shadow. He delved deeper into the essence of fire, understanding that it represented both destruction and transformation, capable of reducing matter to ashes while also forging new beginnings.

As Ares immersed himself in these visions, he became attuned to the qualities and symbolism inherent in fire intent. Fire embodied passion, energy, and vitality. It represented the relentless pursuit of one's goals, the ability to adapt and transform, and the power to purge and purify.

With these insights, Ares set his focus on comprehending the formation of fire intent within himself. He envisioned the flames within his core, flickering with an intense and unwavering passion. He allowed the heat to envelop his body and his spirit, becoming one with the element he sought to master.

In this process of comprehension, Ares understood that fire intent was not merely about harnessing external flames. It required him to kindle the fire within, nurturing his inner drive and embracing the unwavering determination that burned within his soul.

As he continued his meditative journey, Ares cultivated a deep connection with the formation of fire intent. He absorbed the principles that governed fire—the fierce intensity, the transformative power, and the ability to consume and purify. He sought to embody these qualities in his martial techniques and internalize them as part of his being.

He had learned to tap into the core essence of fire, channeling its energy and embodying its qualities of strength, adaptability, and unyielding determination.

Ares felt the heat of fire intent coursing through him. He became one with the blazing infernos, his movements reflecting the unrelenting power and the transformative nature of flames. His attacks left trails of searing energy, leaving adversaries scorched and awestruck in their wake.

Through his profound journey of comprehension, Ares had unlocked the true essence of fire intent. He had become a living embodiment of the fierce element, harnessing its power to forge his path and ignite his passion. Ares now possessed the ability to wield the formidable might of fire intent, forever ablaze with an unquenchable fire that would light the way and consume all obstacles in his path.

While Ares was still immersed in his comprehension, the Heavenly pup's abilities far surpassed his own. It had effortlessly comprehended numerous intents, including space and time, darkness and light, and even life and death. Ares, on the other hand, was still in the process of grasping the Fire Intent. As he walked out of the fire zone, contemplating his next steps, a notification interrupted his thoughts.

Ding![As the Heavenly divine hound and player sword sovereign had comprehended all the intents present in the trial area, the trial is completed now and player will be transported into the next trial.]

A resounding "Ding!" echoed, revealing the completion of the trial. The message stated that the Heavenly divine hound and player sword sovereign had comprehended all the intents present in the trial area. The notification declared that the trial was now complete, and Ares would be transported to the next trial.

A mixture of shock and awe washed over Ares as he struggled to comprehend the situation. He had seen countless zones, and he had only comprehended two intent among them meaning rest of the intent have been comprehended by someone else. But there was nobody else except for the damn dog and him present here. so the dog had already comprehended various elements. Ares couldn't believe that this seemingly cute and innocent dog had effortlessly mastered all the intents. He was left questioning his own abilities and feeling inferior in comparison. Despite the astonishment, Ares couldn't help but let out a hollow laugh, both amazed and amused by the dog's incredible achievements.

" ha ha ! HAHA

what the holy fuck? Did that stupid cute looking doggo just comprehended all these intents? Am I inferior to a dog?

Haha ha ha"

Ares could only let out hallowed laugh as he stepped into the next trail.

Ding![ Congratulations, you have Cleared the Trial of Intents]

And soon he was teleported away for the next trial. System notification rank out once more:

Ding! [Trial 5: Trial of comprehension now begins.]

Clear condition: learn at least one skill within limited time of 4 days