The senior agent was also shocked "Of all the things in that section, that was what was stolen. Heck, all the items there could even be fake, no one puts the real deal up for display," he thought
"Looks like someone must used the chance to steal it while all the ruckus was happening here," the agent replied staring at Xavier with a knowing look
Henry's face brightened "Of course, they were six in number, one of them dashed into the inner part of the museum before any fight could start. I completely forgot," he muttered inwardly
"Alright gather more information and see if you can track the theif," the agent added
"I'm going to need you to come with us, but don't worry, it's only an invitation," he continued directing his gaze at Xavier
Xavier nodded "Sure, whatever you need," he said knowing fully well that it was indeed an invitation, but one he cannot reject.
The senior agent began to move out of the area, some agents following him as they exited the museum, while some stayed behind.
The senior agent began to move out of the area, some agents following him as they exited the museum, while some stayed behind.
"Alright kid, head back to the hotel and rest, I'll be going with them now. Don't worry about me though, Jane should be back by the end of the week, she'll get in touch with you," Xavier said
Henry nodded "Thanks for everything," he muttered
Xavier smiled "You saved my life first remember, think of it as us getting even now," he whispered before also exiting the museum. He got into the agent's mini-ship and took off with them
Henry also left the museum, he was filled with euphoria, as he trekked back to the hotel staring at the system notifications in front of him
[You have gained 250exp in total]
[Exp: 252/120]
[Congratulations you have levelled up]
*Random Quest Complete
[Eliminate your enemies(5/5)]
*Reward: One giftbox
[Congratulations you have received one giftbox]
"Ha, who knew i could receive exp from killing humans, but I guess it does make sense. Though I have to say, the exp granted is incredibly high," he thought with a smirk before checking the rest of the messages
[You are now Level 6]
[Hp: 60/60]
[Ep: 500]
[+5 has been added to all stats]
[You have received 100 shop points]
"As usual, no stat points, or new ability," he sighed as he opened his status;
*Name: Henry Myers
*Race: Human
*Level 6
Exp: [132/140]
*Hp: 60/60
*Ep: 500
*Sp: 50,850
*Strength: 40
*Agility: 40
*Stamina: 35
*Defense: 35
*Perception: 40
*Stat point: 0
[Speed Rate: 250km/hr]
none
*Advanced time perception [passive]
*Health regeneration [passive]
*Dash [Active]
*Eye of horus [Active]
*Sword mastery(master); Instantaneous Heart of a hundred strikes
"Hmm, that reminds me, i haven't completed today's mile run, better do that right away," Henry muttered, closing the system's interface as he began to sprint with impressive speed
He ran all the way back to the hotel, entered the suite and went for a swim at the infinity pool, relaxing and letting off some steam
An hour later, he came out of the pool, the sun was already gone, and the moon had yet to bloom.
He had dinner before going to lay on his bed, opening the system again, but before he could glance through it's screen, Miley spoke
[What have you done?] She asked, her voice filled with sorrow and disappointment
Henry's brightened expression immediately faded
"What are you talking about?" he replied with a question of his own
[You killed those people like they were nothing, and you don't even feel remorse] Miley said, her voice slightly raised
Henry raised an eyebrow "Am i supposed to? They would have killed Xavier if i didn't interfere! Afterall it's killed or be killed isn't it?" he replied calmly, sounding like he had done nothing wrong
[Nevertheless, they were humans. Living, breathing humans! You could've just knocked them out or taken Xavier and escaped. But you and I both know you didn't care for Xavier at that moment, you were prepared to leave the museum, to leave him to die if the system hadn't intervened with a quest] She stated loudly, pain visible in her voice, sounding like a mother who had lost her child to the world.
[But the worst part of it all was what I felt from you while you were massacring the lot of them. You were happy Henry! And filled with excitement, like it was something you loved doing. I was wrong about you, this isn't just trauma, it's something else] Miley added
Henry was quiet, his expression cold and uncaring, he remained silent for a while before opening his mouth
"Well maybe you're right, it is something I love doing or do without remorse, and maybe I wasn't what you thought I'd be. But you're wrong about one thing, I'm not happy doing it," he stated
[So why do I sense Joy from you anytime you kill? Why did you kill those people? You were completely different... No you have always been different, ever since the day you agreed to that offer]
Henry frowned "What do you mean different? You want to know why I killed those people? Well it's because I want to fucking survive, that's why! And I feel joy and thrill when I kill because I'm used to it already, death... and grief," Henry yelled out, looking like he was arguing with himself
"Maybe it's just the real me that you can't accept, cause you want the weak, pathetic me. Well sorry but no more! I won't die a miserable death ever again, even if I have to murder the innocent, i will. As long as I survive, nothing and nobody else matters," Henry continued, his voice now filled with sorrow, regret and sadness
Miley wasn't surprised at his lashing out anymore, she just wanted to help Henry, she felt the urge to.
[Then let me help you, you don't have to be a killer to survive, i can help you discover your true self] She said to Henry in a gentle voice
"That's always the problem, i don't need help! Henry yelled "Just leave me alone, you don't know me and you never will, all of you just want my weak self, you, Jane and even Xavier. But i won't go back, not in this world, I'll make sure I grow stronger and keep getting stronger till no one can ever hurt me again!" Henry said, his sadness replaced with strong determination
Miley knew there was nothing she could say to Henry at this point, he would just keep getting angry until he did something irrational. So she left him be and promised to try again
"I'll keep trying to reach out to you, for some strange reason i feel your pain and sorrow, and i want to help you get through them," She thought
Henry was too angry to sleep, he stood up and left the room. He headed to the balcony to get some air
He stood there, getting a good view of the cities night beauty, the sparkling lights sprawled on tall buildings and the glowing billboards that were even more attractive under the moon. It all felt surreal
Henry smiled and seemed to have calmed down a little, he took a deep breath and opened the system interface, to read the notifications he had ignored for hours
*Daily quest complete
[Run a mile]
*Reward: 20km/hr speed boost
[Speed Rate: 270km/hr]
He then opened his inventory
-One giftbox
-One event key
"Open giftbox,"
[Congratulations you have received 8 exp]
[Congratulations you have received a 90% discount card]
(It has been added to your inventory)
[Exp: 140/140]
[Congratulations you have levelled up]
Henry didn't expect the giftbox to suddenly give him the exact amount of exp he needed to level up, he was delight as the usual message followed suite, but this time receiving ten extra stat points.
*Name: Henry Myers
*Race: Human
*Level 7
Exp: [0/160]
*Hp: 70/70
*Ep: 600
*Sp: 50,950
*Strength: 45
*Agility: 45
*Stamina: 40
*Defense: 40
*Perception: 45
*Stat point: 10
[Speed Rate: 270km/hr]
none
*Advanced time perception [passive]
*Health regeneration [passive]
*Dash [Active]
*Eye of horus [Active]
*Sword mastery(master); Instantaneous Heart of a hundred strikes
"I'm almost at the same physical strength level of a human with mana cells, but it doesn't mean I'm as powerful as they are," Henry muttered remembering the impressive feats of ability users that he had seen on the internet, there were lots of people who possessed powerful abilities. Abilities which made them formidable, especially the elemental type
"But I'll strive to surpass them, since I'm not bound by mana cells, i will become stronger," he said with determination as he glanced through his new stats
"I'll keep the extra stat points for now, they could come in handy later," he concluded
Then he went back to his inventory and checked out the event key. He already knew what the 90% discount card was
*Event key: [This grants access to system events; enabling host access to the missions and rewards of the event]
"Hmm, system event huh, sounds fun," he thought, before letting out a light yawn
He went back into the room to lay on the bed and finally fell asleep
*****
In an endless void of darkness, a lone ray of light pierced through the shadows, illuminating a prison cell that seemed to stretch on forever. The cell's walls were visible, but the bars that enclosed it appeared to fade into the darkness above and below.
On the cold, hard floor, a teenage boy lay motionless, his black hair disheveled. His physique hinted at athleticism, and his features suggested a rugged handsomeness. But his stillness was unsettling.
Suddenly, his eyes flickered open, and he sat up with a jolt. His breathing was labored, as if he'd been underwater too long. He struggled to fill his lungs with air, his chest heaving.
As he regained control of his breathing, he took stock of his surroundings. "Where the hell am I?" he demanded, but only silence replied.
Fully aware of the endless darkness, panic set in. "No, no, no... not again. Am I dead?" His thoughts raced.
But as he scrambled to his feet and approached the prison bars, he realized this wasn't the abyss he'd feared. The bars were solid, unyielding, and seemed to mock him.
"I'm... in a prison, but how did i get here?. Does this mean I'm not dead?"
"I remember being in a restaurant with... that woman. Fuck! I should've known she was up to something," he said, getting filled with rage
"Miley! Jane! Xavier! he shouted, but his calls were swallowed by the darkness.
Defeat and frustration overwhelmed him. "Where the fuck am I?" Henry yelled, his voice echoing off the cold walls.
His question hung in the air, unanswered. The darkness seemed to closing in around him once more.