*Chapter 1: The Beginning of the End
The world was quiet—too quiet. Kai stood in the middle of a vast, empty city, watching the sky darken. He felt an eerie chill in the air, a foreboding that lingered in his bones. Something was coming. Something unimaginable.
He didn't know how long he had left, but one thing was certain: this world, this reality, was about to change forever.
"Is it happening now?" he whispered to himself. His body, though alive, felt like a shadow of his former self. He had died—tragically, suddenly, in a car accident. But fate had given him a second chance.
The memories of his past life were still fresh in his mind, and with them, the knowledge of what was about to unfold. He knew the **Flesh System** would emerge soon, a mysterious force that would grant humans unimaginable powers by consuming the flesh of legendary creatures. But he also knew that it wasn't just a gift—it was a curse. The power would consume those who weren't prepared.
The mysterious force, the one that activated this system, was still unknown. But it didn't matter. Kai knew the truth: the last thing you ate would decide your fate. If you ate a small animal, you'd gain a small power. If you ate the meat of a powerful creature, you'd gain an immense ability. But it wasn't that simple—those powers were just the beginning. As the world began to tear itself apart, there would be forces trying to control the system. Some would want to hoard power, others would want to destroy it.
And some, like Kai, would seek survival at any cost.
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-The Moment of Choice-
The ground beneath him rumbled, a sign that the system was activating. From the depths of the earth, a strange pulse surged through the air, and the very atmosphere seemed to distort.
Ding!
A notification appeared before his eyes, glowing in a bright blue hue.
[System Activated: The Flesh System has begun. The power of the creatures is now yours to claim.]
Kai gripped the air around him, feeling the pulse of the system flowing through him. The notification flashed several times, offering him various options—things he had never seen before. But his mind was already made up. He had been planning this moment for days, calculating the risks, weighing his options.
He was about to make a choice that would change everything.
[Warning: Choose carefully. Your first meal will define your path.]
The ground shook again, and Kai saw something massive move in the distance. A towering silhouette. He knew what it was. He had to act fast.
In his previous life, Kai had been weak, unremarkable. But this time, he wouldn't make the same mistakes. He had a chance to reset the clock, to choose his fate before the chaos truly began.
And there was one creature that, if he consumed its flesh, would guarantee him unparalleled strength. The King Kong.
He had read about it—the myth, the legend. A monstrous ape, so powerful that it could crush entire cities with a single blow. It would be dangerous, but Kai had no time to waste. He had to gain power, and he had to do it now.
Without hesitation, he sprinted toward the towering silhouette in the distance. His heart raced in his chest, every instinct screaming at him to turn back, to run from the danger. But he had no choice. He would not survive without this power.
He reached the creature within minutes, its immense form looming before him like a god of destruction. Its glowing yellow eyes locked onto Kai, as if it sensed his presence. The beast roared, shaking the ground beneath them.
But Kai was resolute. He stepped forward, eyes locked with the creature's.
"I'll survive," Kai muttered, his voice firm. "I will survive."
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The Feast of Kings
Kai reached into his bag and pulled out a large, glistening knife—one of the few weapons he had managed to secure before the chaos unfolded. With swift movements, he approached the fallen beast, taking advantage of the creature's momentary daze after its roar.
His hands were trembling, but his mind was sharp. The "Flesh System "had begun to assess the situation. He could feel it—the system was preparing to grant him power based on the meat of the King Kong.
He sliced into the creature's thick, muscular leg, the flesh parting with ease. Blood poured from the wound, but Kai didn't hesitate. He cut deeper, taking chunks of the massive creature's meat. The moment the first piece touched his tongue, the system went into overdrive.
Ding!
[Flesh Consumed: King Kong's Meat. Power has been assimilated.]
A sudden surge of energy flooded through his body. Every muscle in Kai's form expanded, his strength multiplying tenfold. He felt his senses sharpen, his body becoming more attuned to the environment around him. His heart pounded in his chest, and his mind raced with the new abilities now coursing through his veins.
[System: You have consumed King Kong's flesh. Points gained: 5000.]
The points. They were the key. With them, Kai could enhance his abilities, grow stronger, faster, and unlock new powers. His eyes glowed as the system offered him a list of enhancements.
[Available Enhancements: ]
- Strength (500 points): +10% strength
- Speed (500 points): +10% speed
- Regeneration (1000 points): Accelerated healing
- Claws (1500 points): Enhanced physical attacks
Kai wasted no time. He tapped into the points and allocated them, boosting his strength, speed, and regeneration. He could feel the changes immediately. His body felt like it could break through steel, his senses sharper than ever.
But Kai knew this was only the beginning. The real test would come when others with powers just as formidable came for him.
He glanced up at the sky, now streaked with dark clouds, and a wicked smile crossed his face.
"I'm not afraid anymore," he whispered. "This is just the beginning."
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End of Chapter 1