"Damn it! I forgot to check her status."
I proceeded towards my parents while cursing at Lily for distracting me.
I told some truth to them while hiding most. Can't make them worried about me, can I?
We returned to our estate after having a chat with the portal manager.
I said goodbyes to Mom and Dad then took a quick shower and went straight to bed.
Next day
I woke up late today since I was quite tired after all the shit I went through yesterday. Took a quick shower and went straight to the dining room for breakfast.
Everyone was already there enjoying their meal so I quickly greeted them, pinched my sister's cheek, and took my seat.
"Congratulations, Brother!" Kiara congratulated me with her cute voice.
"Thank you, Kia." I happily replied.
"Son, Come to my office in the evening. We need to have a chat." William's stern voice echoed as I nodded.
While I was having breakfast I remembered that I hadn't checked Mom and Dad's status yesterday so I just did that.
"Inspect"
[Name: William GrimHeart]
[Age: 35]
[Title: Silent Berserker]
[Tier- Epic]
[Rank: high-Diamond]
[Affinities: Darkness, Fire]
[Abilities]
[ Host's strength is too low…]
[Cannot access the abilities…]
[Copy condition: Defeat him.]
[Name: Amelia Quintale]
[Age: 30]
[Title: Essence Healer]
[Tier-Epic]
[Rank: low-Diamond]
[Affinities: Life, Wind]
[Abilities]
[ Host's strength is too low…]
[Cannot access the abilities…]
[Copy condition: Become a mama's boy for a day. (Completed)]
[Host can copy Target's affinities or wait until the abilities are accessible to copy them..]
"S-Strong!.."
The only thought echoing in my mind as I look at their Ranks. Both were Epic Tier and in the Diamond Rank.
Hmm?!... I forgot to mention about the ranks and tiers.
So, strength is determined through different ranks in this world. Tiers are like ratings given by the world.
The ranking starts from:
Common Tier
Iron Rank
Bronze Rank
Rare Tier
- Silver Rank
- Gold Rank
Epic Tier
- Platinum Rank
- Diamond Rank
Legendary Tier
- Radiant Rank
- Ascendant Rank
They are further divided into sub-ranks that are low, mid, and high.
I know it sounds more like a game's ranking system but Ohh… well it is what it is.
Anyway, Both are quite strong and my father is just a step away from the legendary tier.
I always knew my mother was a healer but she is damn powerful. I can't upset her now or else she might whoop my ass.
cough
The copy conditions are just depressing now. I can't beat my dad, not now at least.
Becoming Mama's boy? What the fuck is that!... How did I complete it?!..
sigh
"Copy Life affinity"
[Ding! Life Affinity added to host's status…]
Suddenly, A moan escaped from my mouth as I felt uncontrollable vitality flowing through my body.
phew
Thank god I had returned to my room after having my breakfast.
"Status"
[Name: Loki GrimHeart]
[Age: 13]
[Rank: low-Iron]
[Affinities: Life, Order]
[Abilities]
[Inspect: Host can observe target's status.]
[Fool's gaze: Host can copy the target's ability, skills, affinities, or items after the copied conditions are met or if you defeat him.]
[Deceit Robe: Host can negate any mental or spiritual ability]
[...]
[...]
Hmm?!... What kind of affinity is order?
[Order: Tied to structure, law, and often stability or predictability.]
Let's just test my strength for now since I have awakened.
Training room
fuu
I took a deep breath and then started gathering eden around my fist.
haa ding
I hit the punching machine with all his might. The punching machine stood firm even after taking a hit but a number quickly displayed on its screen.
"Not Bad… After practicing some techniques I can perform even better now." I happily left the training room and proceeded towards Father's office.
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knock knock
"Come in"
I walked inside and greeted my Mom and Dad.
Yep!.. My Mom was there too. We had a small talk and then came to the main topic.
"How was your awakening?" both inquired simultaneously with curious eyes.
"It went quite well. I have successfully awoken my affinities and skills." They both became relieved instantly.
" I awakened the Life and Order element. I need your help now Mom!" I remarked as both nodded their heads.
"Alright Dear! Your Mom is the best when it comes to Life. I'll teach you my technique starting tomorrow." Mom proudly exclaimed while puffing her chest.
"Hmm… Order you say?. Never heard of this affinity. I'll check the family records and inform you about it afterward. Till then try mastering Life." Dad thoughtfully suggested.
"Ohh.. and take this, [Grimheart Eden Manipulation Sutra] and [Life-Severing Sword Art]." William materialized two books in his hands and passed them to Loki.
" Practice them well. They both are powerful arts." He sternly reminded me and I solemnly nodded.
" You can leave now."
I bowed slightly and left the room.
"Amy, He's become your responsibility now. Train him strictly."William remarked as he gazed at his wife. She has a soft spot for Loki and Kiara so he doesn't know if she will strictly train him.
"Don't worry, Dear. I will train him till I'm satisfied with his control over the Life element." Amelia narrowed her eyes with a strict look.
"I know you will. I'm just worried about him since he only has two years left. We need him capable of at least defending himself in a life-death situation."
"Yeah, I'm worried too you know! I will teach him all the life-saving skills. It's a good thing that he awakened the Life element. At least he won't die easily with it." Amelia muttered clenching her fist.
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Now that I have awakened, My first priority is to utilize my system fully and become powerful. I need to start my journey to roam around the world copying other's skills, elements, etc.
I should master the two arts first, then absorb my mother's teaching, and lastly talk to them about my intention to roam the world.
phew
I calmed my raging thoughts and took a power nap. Later, Bella woke me for the dinner.
After dinner, I returned to my room and practiced [Grimheart Eden Manipulation Sutra] as its first step was nourishing my body with Eden through breathing.
inhale exhale
Finally, I stopped and jumped on the bed entering my dream world.