As the final bell of the day echoed through the school halls, Chen Xiao gathered his belongings, his mind still consumed by the enigmatic pick-up system. Ignoring Eric's chatter about weekend plans, Chen walked with purpose, eager to delve deeper into the mysteries of the system.
Upon arriving home, he retreated to his room, shutting the door behind him and settling onto his bed. With trembling fingers, Chen retrieved his phone and accessed the pick-up system once more.
[System Interface]
Welcome back, Chen Xiao.
Options:
1. Character Status
2. Skills
3. Quests
4. Inventory
5. Settings
Chen's heart raced as he selected "Character Status." The interface shimmered before him, revealing a plethora of information about his newfound identity.
"Strength: 12
Agility: 8
Intelligence: 10
Willpower: 9
Luck: 7"
Each number represented his potential in this world. But it was the next option, "Skills," that truly captured Chen's attention.
"Combat Skills:
- Basic Swordsmanship
- Unarmed Combat
- Elemental Manipulation: Fire"
His eyes widened in awe. But it was the last option, "Settings," that intrigued him the most.
[System Settings]
- Language Preference: Allows understanding of almost all languages
- Notifications
- ???
- ???
With a sense of wonder, Chen selected "Language Preference," feeling a rush as the knowledge of various tongues flooded his mind. But the other options puzzled him.
"What secrets do you hold?" Chen muttered, his curiosity piqued.
With a determined spirit, he closed the interface, resolved to uncover the hidden depths of the system. For in this brave new world, the pick-up system was his greatest ally, his guide to unlocking the mysteries that lay ahead. And he was determined to master its secrets, no matter the cost.