Once light from an ever-rising sun arrived, it signaled a new chapter in an era facing ongoing impending crises that were about to change the rules and laws of the world.
Bound by the growing conditions of annihilation, some were bestowed gifts that unraveled mysterious powers like never seen before.
Amidst their supposedly impending doom, a new light of dawn has arrived to balance out the oppression from the invading monsters threatening the lives of humanity.
That day marked the symbol of a new world order in which the era of the strong stood above all. Shimmering around was the countless confidence of hope that would decide the fate of a new era.
As the day commenced with an unprecedented event, sounds of shouts and echoes resonated from various places.
The world had truly undergone a drastic change.
Change might be constant, but at the most pivotal moments in time, changes can also bring surprises that you least expect.
"'S Grade Star Frost Monarch? Is it really the ability I've awakened?"
As he read carefully through everything on the Status Window, Benjamin let out a shocking discovery.
Marveling at his newfound powers, Benjamin seemed to contemplate whether to laugh or cry upon this sudden realization.
He didn't know if it was okay for him to tell his family about it, but it was really going to be a major issue as they moved forward.
"Ahh."
Benjamin let out a sigh only he could hear. But when he suddenly remembered that he was about to visit his son in the hospital, he eventually didn't bother thinking of such useless thoughts.
The main objective was to ensure Larry's safety.
Even Benjamin admitted that after reading his son's diary, he wasn't actually a kind parent either.
He lost his chance to make up for his mistakes when he resigned in the hopes of reuniting with his son unscattered.
Finally, as he looked towards the gaze of his wife, Matilda, who seemed to enjoy herself poking fun while watching her husband, who appeared to be lost in deep thoughts.
Expecting something like a barrage of questions, surprisingly, her husband just reacted mildly.
"Matilda?"
Benjamin then looked directly into his wife's eyes.
"Did you have any updates about Larry?"
The moment her husband uttered their son's name, Matilda was dumbfounded by her expression, as if she had forgotten something trivial.
It turned out she had been too engrossed in witnessing her powers that the thought of Larry never sank in for a period of time.
"Oh my, how could I forget about our son's situation?"
Matilda finally snapped out of her previous thoughts when she began to barrage Benjamin with countless questions about the call last night.
She could have scolded him, but when she remembered how he passed out last night, she let her self-esteem not get better out of her.
"Oh right, I'm sorry for how selfish I am to actually forget about your phone."
Benjamin kept his cool.
"Then prepare yourself; let's go to the hospital and bring Leni as well."
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[At exactly 12:00 noon]
In a room located in the medical ward unit of the hospital lay a boy on the bed.
His blonde hair might look ordinary on the surface, but the more you gaze at it, the more allure and charm it gives off to anyone who might see it.
His skin had undergone some changes, becoming more flawless and radiant, appealing to the eyes of any onlookers.
His face was akin to a heavenly fairy that had just ascended from the skies.
His facial proportions, sharp jawline, kissable lips, and an Adam's apple could be seen present at the center of his neck; it was as if puberty had hit him hard in just a matter of a single night.
He might have been seen as similar to a frail young man without any trained muscles, considering this body hadn't experienced working out yet.
But once he gained enough fat and muscle, he might be mistaken for an otherworldly existence akin to a god.
But unknown to everyone lay a terrifying dormant soul waiting to be awakened.
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The road along the way was filled with countless abandoned cars and corpses of both monsters and humans, indicating that an intense fight had happened not too long ago.
As for the authorities keeping everything in check, without sparing tiny details, they could also be seen at the roadside.
This made it harder for ordinary people to travel freely as they went by without being interrupted.
It took 3-4 hours to finally reach the hospital where Larry was.
The Croft family didn't waste a single second and went directly to the medical ward where Larry was.
Benjamin, along with his wife and daughter, met up with the one who managed to rescue Larry, who then pointed out the direction they should be heading.
After receiving the room number, Benjamin didn't forget to express his thanks and regards to Joe, his other friend, and the other two nurses who rescued his son.
When they eventually reached Larry's room, they immediately paused as if tidying themselves up before facing Larry.
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Inside Larry's room, an eyelid could be seen flickering, and fingers could be seen moving.
The boy was none other than Larry, or should we say Amethyst.
When Amethyst eventually managed to open his eyelids, he looked around the room, which was full of white-painted ceilings and walls.
Even his bed and sheets were the same color, which annoyed him to the core. As far as he remembered, he loathed this kind of vibrant light color, contrasting with his identity as the bringer of death and destruction as the dark lord.
He always wore black, crimson red, and dark purple robes as a symbol of his identity to wreak havoc and rule over all creations.
His cold eyes gazed as if he could see into any of his target's souls, brimmed with a profound killing intent.
After looking at both of his hands, he suddenly laughed maniacally; his expression then changed to exhibit an extremely wild and violent nature akin to a psychopath who had just managed to hunt its prey without leaving any witnesses or evidence.
"Hahahaha.....HAHAHAHAHAHA."
"It seems like my will is stronger than this kid's to the point of being the only last standing."
"I seem to have successfully devoured his poor soul and destroyed every last trace of him in this body."
"What do I expect from a mere normal pathetic human?"
Amethyst, delighted by his victory, didn't forget to mock Larry. Not only did Amethyst succeed in possessing his body, but he also inherited his life's memories for a span of 15 years.
What could 15 years of life do against an entity who had already lived for countless millennia or even more years?
Savoring his delight upon his rebirth, Amethyst failed to notice that his evil thoughts and behaviors had also changed upon fusion. His dark soul had already mutated after mixing with Larry's holy righteous soul.
He failed to prevent Larry's consciousness from invading Amethyst's thought process.
His whole being was slowly shaped into a balance between light and darkness, as well as malevolence and righteousness. This might result in an identity crisis in the future.
Then the door immediately opened from where Amethyst was facing, and when he met the eyes of three individuals looking at him eye to eye.
Instead of being very displeased, tears of sadness and longing began to appear across his face.
Seeing their son's state, Benjamin and Matilda felt bad for their poor son and began hugging him tightly.
Leni, being the one most awkward in the situation, didn't want to be left out and eventually gave in, hugging the back of her parents.
Amethyst, or should we now call him Larry, was struck by lightning, reduced to this state; it was as if this sudden action was an insult to the very fabric of his existence.
But the source of warmth didn't lie at all, as he eventually gave in.
'Maybe having a family in this life isn't so bad after all....'
'????????'
'What the hell am I thinking!??????'
'Noooooooooooo.'