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Chapter 3 - Chapter 3: The Enigmatic Menu

The morning sun filtered through the canopy, casting dappled shadows on the forest floor as Ken ventured deeper into the woods, his mind ablaze with curiosity and apprehension. The events of the previous night had left him unsettled, his thoughts consumed by the inexplicable power that now coursed through his veins.

As he walked, Ken noticed a peculiar sensation tugging at the corners of his consciousness. It was as if something unseen was beckoning to him, pulling him towards a hidden truth that lay just beyond his grasp. Intrigued, he quickened his pace, his senses tingling with anticipation.

Suddenly, as if summoned by his thoughts, a shimmering menu materialized before him, hovering in the air like a mirage. Ken blinked in astonishment, scarcely daring to believe his eyes. The menu glowed with an ethereal light, its letters dancing and shifting in a mesmerizing display.

Each option on the menu seemed to pulsate with its own unique energy, inviting Ken to explore the depths of his newfound abilities. With a mixture of trepidation and excitement, he reached out to touch the menu, his fingers tingling with anticipation as they passed through the shimmering interface.

As he made contact, a rush of information flooded his mind, overwhelming his senses with a barrage of images and sensations. He felt as if he were being drawn into a vortex of knowledge, each piece of information clicking into place like a puzzle piece.

**Ken's Stats:**

- Strength: 5

- Agility: 4

- Intelligence: 7

- Stamina: 6

- Willpower: 8

One option in particular caught Ken's attention:

-**Divine Guidance.** Acts as a guide and gives information about anything to user when needed. Also acts a as person to whom user can discuss to.

- **Divine Sight Activation:** Ken focused his mind on the command, willing it to manifest before him. To his amazement, the world around him shifted and shimmered, revealing a hidden layer of reality that had been previously concealed from his sight.

With his newfound vision, Ken could see the intricate patterns of energy that permeated the air, swirling and coalescing in a mesmerizing dance. He watched in awe as the colors of the forest took on a vibrant intensity, each leaf and blade of grass pulsating with life.

But amidst the beauty of his enhanced perception, Ken also sensed a subtle undercurrent of danger. The power he wielded was vast and untamed, a force that could just as easily consume him as empower him. He knew that he must proceed with caution, lest he lose himself to the depths of his own abilities.

Determined to test his newfound powers further, Ken selected another option from the menu:

- **Elemental Manipulation:** With a focused mind, Ken willed the elements to bend to his will. He felt a surge of energy coursing through him as he summoned a small flame into existence with a flick of his wrist. It danced and flickered before him, obedient to his command.

In that moment, Ken realized the true extent of his potential. He was no longer bound by the constraints of the mortal world—he was a being of divine power, capable of shaping reality itself.

Excited by his discovery, Ken looked around for something to test his powers on. Spotting a nearby tree stump, he focused his will, aiming to lift it with his newfound abilities. Concentrating intently, he felt a surge of energy radiate through him, but to his dismay, the stump remained firmly rooted to the ground.

Frustration gnawed at Ken as he continued to struggle, his brow furrowed with effort. It seemed that controlling his powers would not be as easy as he had initially thought. With a sigh, he released his hold on the stump, the energy dispersing into the air around him.

Though disappointed by his initial failure, Ken refused to be deterred. He knew that mastering his powers would take time and practice, but he was determined to unlock their full potential, no matter the cost.

End of Chapter 3.