In this world, the anticipation and celebration of a child's 14th birthday takes on a whole new meaning. It is a momentous occasion that marks the awakening of a unique power, destined to shape their future. The air is filled with excitement as family and friends gather, eagerly awaiting the revelation of each child's special ability.
Some powers are commonly observed, while others are incredibly rare and coveted. The range of abilities is vast, as each child discovers their own extraordinary gift on this momentous day.
As children grow and learn to control their powers, they are enrolled in specialized schools specifically designed to nurture and guide them. These schools cater to the unique needs of each individual, providing training, guidance, and education to help them understand and develop their powers to their fullest potential.
Each school has a distinct focus based on the type of abilities its students possess. For those with physical powers, such as super strength or elemental manipulation, combat training and the development of heroic skills take center stage. These schools provide a nurturing environment for students to explore their physical capabilities and learn how to channel their powers for the greater good.
On the other hand, schools dedicated to those with cerebral abilities, like advanced problem-solving or knowledge manipulation, place emphasis on intellectual growth and innovation. Here, students are encouraged to expand their minds, delve into the depths of knowledge, and harness their mental powers in ways that push the boundaries of what is possible.
In this world, the awakening of powers is a significant milestone that propels individuals on a path of self-discovery, growth, and the exploration of their extraordinary potentials. It is a journey filled with challenges, triumphs, and the constant pursuit of understanding and mastering their unique abilities. The world eagerly awaits the emergence of these gifted individuals, who will undoubtedly leave their mark on history with their extraordinary powers.
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Ethan had always been someone who wore his heart on his sleeve. He felt things deeply and was never one to shy away from expressing his emotions.
He felt a rush of anger, frustration, and sadness all at once, and it was becoming harder and harder for him to control these overwhelming feelings.
As Ethan reflected on the recent revelation, he realized that the news of his parents' death didn't come as a surprise. Deep down, he had sensed that something was amiss from the moment his grandfather mentioned wanting to discuss his parents. Yet, he had chosen to avoid confronting the truth, hoping against hope that his parents were still alive.
However, witnessing the turmoil in his grandfather's eyes, the weight of shame he carried for withholding the truth, stirred something within Ethan. He recognized that it wasn't his fault for not giving his grandfather the opportunity to reveal the truth earlier. The subconscious desire to preserve the hope of his parents' survival or the reluctance to face the painful reality had hindered their conversation.
But now, the time had come for Ethan to confront the truth and confront his own grief. The realization that his parents were indeed gone settled heavily upon him. It was a bitter pill to swallow, but he knew he had to find the strength to move forward. Acceptance was the first step in his journey towards healing and finding closure.
While the pain of losing his parents would never truly fade, Ethan understood that he needed to confront the truth and begin the process of healing. It was time for him to embrace his newfound knowledge and navigate the path ahead, drawing on the love and memories of his parents to guide him through the darkness.
Thinking about it made him very sad again, but he didn't want his emotions to control him.
He stood up, took a deep breath and started his breathing technique that he learned from Valor to get a clear head. Taking a few deep breaths, he felt extremely comfortable.
He was about to stand up and leave the room when he suddenly felt his body become extremely warm. He felt the room getting smaller and smaller, and his body felt extremely heavy. It felt like gravity in this room became 20 times the normal gravity and his bones were being crushed by this force. He was extremely confused. What was happening to him? Just when he thought everything was getting worse, he suddenly heard a confusing sound in his mind.
System notification: Awakening progress detected. System protocol XB213 is automatically loading. Perfect awakening environment detected. System may help the host to awaken a special power. Does the host wish to continue?
"What the …?"
This was the last thought he had before fainting.
System Notification: Host seems to be in a state of shock. Best possible solution is made automatically.
All of a sudden, the gravings in the table began to be filled with a metallic liquid. When the graving in the table was completely filled, the gravity in the room got back to normal. His body flew on its own on the table. The metallic-like liquid entered his body through his nostrils.
{System notification: High amount of nano chips has been consumed. The system will connect them to the blood veins, nerves, meridians, and heart. For faster and easier breakthroughs.}
The tiny nano chips were released and injected into his bloodstream. Ethan woke up from the pain and the System forced him to stay awake. It was a necessary procedure for the success of the transplantation. He felt a slight tingle as the chips made their way to his vital organs, strengthening his meridians, blood vessels, nerves, and heart.
Ethan, awakened from the pain, struggled to make sense of the situation. He felt a tingling sensation as the tiny nano chips dispersed throughout his body, intertwining with his vital organs, meridians, and nerves. The pain subsided, replaced by a surge of energy coursing through his veins.
Ethan: "What... What did you do to me? This pain... it's intense!"
He felt a newfound energy coursing through his veins. He could feel his heart pumping stronger, his muscles tensing and relaxing with newfound ease.
But it was not over. The pain becomes more intense. Then he saw the {System notification} again.
{System notification: Body is about to awaken super strength. System has blocked awakening}
"WHAAAT, NO!!"
Suddenly he screamed for the first time, extremely loudly. The pain was something that could endure. But seeing a {System} holding his opportunities back was something that he could not accept!
Sophie, who had woken up and was waiting for Ethan to exit the room, suddenly was extremely shocked. She knew that he would awaken today, but usually the awakening process was something that went very easy. In her case, it even felt extremely comfortable. So why was her brother suffering? She tried to enter the room, but the doors were tightly locked. Suddenly, Valor came rushing from the air and landed next to Sophie.
Ethan, awakened from the pain, struggled to make sense of the situation. He felt a tingling sensation as the tiny nano chips dispersed throughout his body, intertwining with his vital organs, meridians, and nerves. The pain subsided, replaced by a surge of energy coursing through his veins.
System Notification: Body is training to awaken super strength. System has blocked awakening.
Ethan's frustration escalated, and he screamed out in protest, his voice echoing through the room.
Ethan: "No! I won't accept this! Why, why is this happening?"
Sophie, now awake and concerned, rushed to the locked door, attempting to enter the room. Meanwhile, Valor descended from the air and landed beside Sophie, demanding an explanation.
Valor: "What is happening here? Why is Ethan in such agony?"
Valor demanded an explanation, exerting pressure that made Sophie feel suffocated. The situation had taken an unexpected turn, and they sought answers for Ethan's suffering.
"What is happening here?" Valor commanded, his voice laced with authority as he emitted a high pressure. Sophie felt suffocated under the intensity of his presence.
"Gran... pa..." Sophie gasped, attempting to calm Valor down. When he turned his gaze towards her, the pressure subsided.
"I am sorry," Valor said, his voice filled with remorse. "My emotions are still not in check. Please, tell me what happened."
Sophie, struggling to catch her breath, tried to explain the situation to Valor, desperately seeking answers for her suffering brother.
"I don't know," Sophie replied, her voice tinged with worry. "Suddenly, it felt like a special shield was activated, and when I tried to enter, the entrance disappeared. I can still feel Ethan's presence inside, but I can't enter."
Valor's eyes glowed with anger, and he clenched his fists tightly.
"Damn Epi," he muttered under his breath. "If he has harmed the boy, I will turn his grave upside down!"
Valor took a deep breath, attempting to calm himself and think of a solution.
"Let me try something," he suggested to Sophie. Closing his eyes, he focused his energy, attempting to sense any barriers or blocks in the area. Suddenly, he felt a surge of powerful energy emanating from the room where Ethan was located.
"I sense a strong energy coming from that room," Valor informed Sophie. "It's blocking anyone from entering or leaving. But I believe I can break through it."
With determination, Valor approached the door and placed his hands upon it. Concentrating all his energy, he exerted immense force in an attempt to break the barrier. However, after a few moments of intense focus, a powerful surge of feedback forced him back, throwing him off balance.
Meanwhile, in the secret room, Ethan's emotions fluctuated between anger and confusion upon receiving the notifications from the system. The mention of hidden injuries and the potential awakening of a new power, gravity control, startled him.
{System notification: Due to some hidden injuries accumulated by traveling through 35 Black holes, your body is able to awaken the special superpower of gravity control. Some special procedures will be necessary. Do you wish to continue, or should the power of super strength still be awakened? Opportunity of special awakening will be lost in 3 seconds. Host is asked to decide by himself.}
"What? Teleported through black holes? Special superpower?" Ethan's mind raced with confusion as he tried to make sense of the notifications he was receiving.
{System notification: Host has 2 seconds left to decide.}
He frantically scanned the room, searching for the source of the voice that spoke to him.
"How do I decide?" he exclaimed, hoping for some guidance.
{System notification: By thinking about your decision , the System will take all needed actions.}
{System notification: Host has 1 second left to decide.}
Ethan's heart raced as he weighed his options. He couldn't rely on luck to make such an important choice.
"I choose a special awakening," he thought, mustering his determination. But he couldn't shake off the nagging doubt if it would be enough.
Just as he made his decision, the gravity in the room intensified, causing his body to feel the familiar sensation of being crushed. However, this time, he also sensed a warm, invigorating liquid coursing through his veins, permeating every cell in his body. A surge of energy filled him, revitalizing his being.
After the surge of energy, Ethan was thrown into the most excruciating process one could ever imagine. For six agonizing hours, his body underwent a relentless transformation, experiencing the shattering of bones followed by rapid regeneration. Each cycle brought unbearable pain, testing the limits of his endurance. The worst part was that he had to remain conscious throughout the entire ordeal, unable to escape the torment.
Every bone in his body seemed to splinter and reform repeatedly, as if undergoing a continuous metamorphosis. Waves of searing pain coursed through him, threatening to overwhelm his senses. He gritted his teeth, fighting back screams and tears as he endured the torturous process.
His mind wavered between the desire to give up and the determination to push through. With each moment of agony, he reminded himself of the potential power that awaited him on the other side. He clung to the hope that this grueling transformation would grant him the abilities he needed.
Time seemed to stretch indefinitely as the hours dragged on, but finally, the remodeling process came to an end. Ethan lay on the floor, drenched in sweat and panting heavily, his body battered and bruised. Yet, an indomitable spirit burned within him, fueled by the knowledge that he had emerged on the other side, reborn with extraordinary capabilities.
Enduring the excruciating pain, Ethan braved through the arduous process, recognizing that the toll he paid was necessary for the power he would soon possess. With each passing moment, he sensed his body undergoing a profound metamorphosis, becoming fortified and resilient.
As the hours stretched on, the searing pain seemed to meld with a growing anticipation. Ethan's consciousness was acutely aware of every minute change within his cells, every surge of power pulsating through his veins. The warm liquid that coursed through him fueled his transformation, granting him strength beyond his wildest imagination.
Finally, the relentless torment ceased, and Ethan stood amidst the aftermath of his rebirth. The weight of the room lifted, and he took in a deep, liberating breath. As he rose from the table, a sense of exhilaration surged through him, matched only by the realization of the extraordinary abilities he now possessed.
To his astonishment, objects around the room defied gravity, floating effortlessly in his presence. The power of gravity-control had indeed been bestowed upon him, just as the enigmatic voice within his mind had foretold. A mix of awe and determination filled his heart as he contemplated the possibilities that lay ahead.
"Wow," Ethan whispered in awe, his voice filled with wonder. "This is truly amazing."
Drawing in a deep breath, he directed his attention towards the objects surrounding him. Concentrating his newfound power, he effortlessly manipulated their movements with a mere thought. They danced and floated around him, a symphony of controlled motion. Ethan recognized that he had only scratched the surface of his capabilities, but the prospect of unraveling the full extent of his powers filled him with eager anticipation.
There was much to discover and learn, and Ethan's excitement soared as he contemplated the limitless possibilities that lay ahead. With a curious and determined spirit, he was ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery, pushing the boundaries of his gravity-control abilities to uncover the extraordinary feats he could accomplish.