Zeix was sitting in a large tree, taking in the midday view. His mind wandered back to the moment when he had been cut in half and on the brink of death. He remembered hearing a voice:
"Information: You have gained the ability to resist poison and Super Regeneration."
A notification appeared before him, detailing these new abilities. The notification changed and read:
"Skill activated: Will to Live."
In the present, Zeix pondered, "What was that thing?" when he heard the rustle of grass behind him. He turned to see an arrow flying towards him. With quick reflexes, he caught the arrow and noticed three elves holding bows.
One of the male elves shouted, "Run away from our home!" and shot another arrow. Zeix dodged the arrow and said, "I am not your enemy. I am just an adventurer who lost his way."
Another male elf interrupted, "Shut up!" and cast a spell. "Oh La Fire," he intoned, launching a fireball at Zeix.
Unable to catch the fireball, Zeix dodged it, but the ball turned and struck him, igniting his clothes. As he started to fall, the elves cheered, believing their spell had worked. However, as he fell, Zeix heard a new notification:
"Information: Skill acquired, Fire Resistance."
Zeix's body stopped burning, and his wounds healed instantly. He landed on the ground with a powerful thud, cracking the earth beneath him. Another notification appeared:
"Information: Skill acquired, Fire Magic, levels 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5."
Zeix smiled and said, "Now I get it. This is my skill—this is my 'Will to Live.'"
Flames summoned in his hands, causing the elves to step back in shock.
One of the male elves exclaimed, "What?! He has resistance to fire!"
In the next moment, Zeix raised his hand and created a spear of fire.
To be continued...
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