Chapter 29 - "New Powers, New Surprises."
Two days had passed since Seraphina, their mother, arrived in the capital. As Suzu had reported, she had detailed all the events, and as a result, Valeria was punished. For an entire month, she was denied access to resources, an outcome that might not seem severe at first, but for Valeria, a genius who relied heavily on elemental stones, it was devastating. Elemental stones could enhance her innate abilities, potentially unlocking new powers, though the chances were slim. Without them, Valeria would be stuck, unable to progress in the way she was accustomed to.
Despite the setback, Valeria didn't seem to mind. She accepted the punishment without complaint, showing no resentment toward Suzu for revealing everything. Instead, she focused on hunting monsters, determined to make do with what she could, monster cores, though far less valuable than elemental stones, still held some worth. She figured the training would at least help her avoid being as careless as she had been, endangering her little sister.
Days passed, and soon it was time for the family gathering. All thirteen families, each with their own genius, participated, and there were social gatherings planned for their children. It was an opportunity to form alliances, make connections, and secure one's position.
On Eira's side, she remained secluded in Valeria's room. The massive dormitory, now surrounded by guards, felt more like a fortress than a living space. The Nivara family elders, terrified of the consequences should anything happen to Eira, had dispatched high-level experts to protect her. If something were to go wrong, the matriarch would hold them all accountable, and the elders had no intention of facing her wrath.
Inside the room, Lindy carefully fed Eira, almost as if she were a child. Eira, with her striking beauty, short silver-white hair, and piercing blue eyes, captivated everyone who gazed upon her. Lindy found herself struggling to maintain her composure as she marveled at the sheer elegance and charm the young girl possessed. "Um, Lady Eira," Lindy said, her voice soft, "would you like to accompany Madam Seraphina to Elyndor Castle? It's almost time for the gathering."
Eira nodded, her mouth full as she munched on her food. She'd been stuck in this room for an entire week now, and the monotony was wearing on her. She was tired of being surrounded by guards and watched over constantly, as if she were the most important person in the world, almost like a president from her past life. The thought amused her, but it also left her feeling somewhat trapped.
"Yes," Eira said simply, her voice muffled by the food in her mouth. "I want to go."
Lindy blinked in surprise but smiled warmly. "Very well, my lady. I'll inform Madam Seraphina that you'll be accompanying her." Her hands shook slightly as she continued to feed Eira, trying not to become overwhelmed by the child's charm.
An hour later, Eira had finished her meal and was ready to go. She sat by the window, gazing out at the busy streets below. It was the calm before the storm, the anticipation of what the gathering would bring. To pass the time, she accessed the system and spoke aloud, "System, can I claim my reward now? It's been a week and two days, so I'm sure it's a generous one."
A soft chime filled her ears as the system responded.
["DING" YOUR TIME CONTROL SKILL COOL DOWN HAD BEEN REDUCED TO 14 HOURS. CONGRATULATIONS YOU GAIN THE FULL CONTROL OF ALL ELEMENTS, ALL OF THE PHENOMENA OF THE WORLD ARE NOW IN YOUR COMMAND]
["DING" YOU GAIN AN ADDITIONAL REWARD. CONGRATULATIONS YOU GET A LIMITLESS STORAGE SPACE]
["DING" CONGRATULATIONS YOU GAIN AN ABILITY. CLONING, YOU CAN MAKE A CLONE OF YOURSELF AT A LIMIT OF 10 CLONES WITH ALL OF YOUR ABILITIES REMAINING. YOU CAN USE ALL OF THE CLONES WITHOUT REDUCING THEIR POWER AS THE ORIGINAL.]
Eira froze, her eyes wide with disbelief. What? she thought, completely stunned. She hadn't expected such an overwhelming reward, especially considering how little effort she had put into it. She shook her head in amazement. If this continues, I might actually become a god in this world.
Her heart raced as she immediately opened her status window, eager to see how much more powerful she had become. "Status," she whispered, and the window appeared before her, displaying her newfound strength.
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[STATUS SCREEN]
NAME: Eira Nivara
AGE: 12
GENDER: Female
LEVEL: 5
HEIGHT: 4'11" (150 cm)
WEIGHT: 90 lbs (41 kg)
HAIR COLOR: Silver-white
EYE COLOR: Blue
SKIN TONE: Fair
BUILD: Gracefully slender with an elegant, youthful figure, hinting at a blossoming maturity beyond her years
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STATS
HP: 150/150 (Increased by Frostara's Blessing)
MP: 300/300 (Increased threefold due to the upgraded bloodline and new abilities)
Stamina: 20/20 (Very Low)
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ATTRIBUTES
Strength: 12
Agility: 20 (Increased by Elemental Fleetness and Thunderous Presence)
Intelligence: 18
Luck: 10
Charm: 110+ (Surpassed max)
Constitution: 20 (Increased by upgraded physique)
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PHYSIQUE
Elemental Fleetness: Enhanced speed on icy terrain; +2 Agility and MP regeneration during thunderstorms.
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BLOODLINE
Frostwarden Legacy (Upgraded): Grants stronger ice magic affinity, resilience to cold-based attacks, and boosts all elemental resistances. Unlocks an affinity with Frostara's chosen creatures, including loyalty from Ice Spirits and White Dragons.
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ABILITIES
Full Elemental Control (Legendary): Grants absolute control over all elemental forces and natural phenomena. Enables Eira to summon, shape, and manipulate elements such as fire, water, earth, air, and more at will. This power draws from system authority, requiring no MP.
Frost Control: Allows conjuring of ice from thin air, freezing targets. No MP cost, drawing from system authority. Amplified in cold environments.
Time Control (Rare): Manipulate time with extended duration (1 minute).
Effects: Pause, rewind, or fast-forward time for 1 minute.
Cooldown: 10 hours (reduced from 24 hours)
MP Cost: None
Complete Elemental Resistance:
Extreme Cold: Immune to freezing temperatures.
Extreme Heat: Protected from burns and heat exhaustion.
Tornadoes and High Winds: Unaffected by strong winds or debris.
Lightning: Resistant to lightning strikes.
Earthquakes: Maintains balance and avoids falling debris.
Water and Floods: Resistant to drowning and swift currents.
Charming Aura (Exalted): Eira's charm has surpassed the maximum threshold, exuding an overwhelming, otherworldly presence that draws others to her with unmatched attraction and reverence.
Quick Thinker: Enhanced decision-making due to high Intelligence.
Frost Embrace: Increases ice magic effectiveness by 10% and boosts HP recovery near ice.
Thunderous Presence: Heightens agility in stormy conditions, raising Agility by 5%.
Cloning (New): Can create up to 10 clones, each with the same abilities and stats as the original, with no reduction in power.
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[EQUIPMENT]
Accessory: Ring of Frost (+5 Ice Magic Affinity)
Unique Artifact: Frostara's Blessing (Bracelet)
Effects: Enhances Frost abilities, increases resilience, and grants affinity with ice-related skills.
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[INVENTORY]
Limitless Storage Space: A storage ability without capacity restrictions, accessible instantly.]
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"Holy… Is this for real? I've really become a god?" Eira laughed, the sound echoing in the room. Her laughter rang out, light and carefree, but it was filled with disbelief and glee. The guards outside the door couldn't help but smile at the sound of her laughter, it was as if the whole room lit up with her joy. Even Seraphina, hearing the sound from down the hall, couldn't suppress a smile, though she quickly controlled herself, walking toward the room to see what her daughter was up to.