Lysander stepped closer to the bookshelf where Kai was hiding. Kai held his breath, ready to jump out if he was caught. Suddenly, the system panel appeared.
"Relax, sir. I will help you."
Kai was surprised. Eh where have you been damn system, why did you just show up?
"The system isn't showing up because it's upgrading, and right now the system version is 2.0" the system replied. "I'm here to protect you."
Before Kai could ask further questions, the system activated its teleportation power. In an instant, Kai disappeared from the forbidden room.
Lysander stopped his steps.
He frowned and glanced around. "Strange," he muttered. "I had a feeling there was someone here.
"Kai reappeared in front of the library door. He collapsed on the floor, breathing heavily. She still couldn't believe what had just happened.
"System?" called Kai. "Are you still there?"
"Yes, Kai," the system replied. "I'm always with you."
"Why didn't you tell me before updating the version, you damn system" Kai replied with a slightly irritated tone.
[ -_- ]
"Heh, why are you responding like that?" Kai murmured in annoyance, "You're playing me!"
Well forget it, anyway it's good that if the system is updated I'll have something new too, hehe.
So what's new about the system? It should be very powerful, right? Kai's eyes were sparkling.
The system was silent for a moment, processing Kai's question. A transparent table suddenly appeared before Kai, displaying various information in neatly arranged letters.
"Here's a list of System version 2.0 improvements," System said in a flat tone.
Kai read the table with enthusiasm. His eyes lit up when he saw the various new capabilities that the System had, including:
Database Enhancement: Access to more extensive and detailed information, including history, geography, science and magic.
Environmental Analysis: The ability to scan and analyze the surrounding environment, detect hazards, and find hidden objects.
Reward System: The ability to give better rewards.
Incognito Mode: The ability to change Kai's appearance, hide his identity, and infiltrate restricted places.
Physical Enhancement: An increase in Kai's strength, speed, agility, and endurance.
"Wow!" Kai exclaimed. "This is amazing! It's like I have superpowers!
"He envisioned himself using those abilities to explore the world, solve mysteries, and fight crime. He couldn't wait to try out all the new abilities.
"But wait a minute," Kai said. "What about Lysander? What are we going to do about him?"
"We have to stop him before he gets the power he wants," replied the System. "We must expose his crimes and bring him to justice."
"But how?" asked Kai. "We have no evidence."
"You have the recording of the magic ball, don't you?" said the System. "That should be enough as evidence."
Kai tapped his forehead. He had forgotten about the recording. "That's right! I'll show it to Master Ragnar."
"That's a good idea," said the System. "But you have to be careful. Lysander will definitely try to stop you."
"I'm not afraid," Kai said confidently. "With this new ability, I'm ready for anything."
Kai stood up and clenched his fists. He felt strong and ready to face any challenge. He would stop Lysander and save Aevonia from the threat of darkness.
[the system detects the host's strong desire, because the host's cultivation level is still at the NOVICE stage, the system will give a reward of advancing to JOURNEYMAN and give a new skill of "mountain-splitting sword" ]
[will the host accept it?]
"What!? Leveling up just because of a strong desire?, and what the hell is that new skill, mountain-splitting sword? Will I be able to split mountains?" muttered the astonished Kai "Yes, I accept"
(Okay, start the reward extract.)
[successfully upgraded the host's cultivation to JOURNEYMAN ]
(successfully learned mountain-splitting sword )
(congratulations to the host for advancing and gaining new skills)
Kai's body emitted a golden aura.
"Wow, I feel my body getting stronger, my hearing getting sharper, my vision getting farther away." gushed a very happy Kai, "I feel my aura getting bigger."
Kai stepped out of the library with renewed vigor. He felt power coursing through his veins, his senses were sharpening, and his steps felt lighter. She couldn't wait to test her new skills and face Lysander.
However, before he could go far, he saw something that caught his attention. On the practice field, he saw Leo dueling with another student.Kai recognized the student: Zane, the dark-haired boy who always looked at Kai with hostility.
Zane attacked Leo ferociously, using fast and deadly sword stances.
Leo tried to fend off Zane's attacks with all his might, but he was pushed back. Zane was too strong for him.
Kai felt anger burning in his chest. He couldn't let Zane hurt Leo.
He ran towards the practice field and jumped between Leo and Zane. "Stop!" Kai shouted.
Zane was surprised to see Kai. He grinned sarcastically.
"Kai Valerian," he said. "What are you doing? Stay out of other people's business."
"I won't let you hurt my friend," Kai replied firmly."
Oh, so you want to protect this coward?" Zane taunted. "Go ahead. But don't blame me if you get hurt."
Zane attacked Kai with his sword. Kai dodged nimbly and pulled out his sword. Their swords clashed, producing a loud clinking sound.
Kai felt a significant difference in strength. With a Journeyman cultivation level, he was much stronger and faster than before. He was able to fend off all of Zane's attacks with ease.
Zane started to panic. He didn't expect Kai to be this strong. He tried to back away, but Kai kept pressing.
Kai swung his sword with all his might, using his newly learned "Mountain-Splitting Sword" skill. A powerful slash of energy shot towards Zane.
Zane raised his sword to block the slash, but it shattered into pieces. The energy slash hit Zane in the chest, throwing him far back.
Zane lay on the ground, unconscious. Kai put away his sword and approached the still shocked Leo.
"Are you okay, Leo?" asked Kai.
"Yes, I'm fine," Leo replied. "Thank you, Kai. You saved me."
"You're welcome," Kai said. "Next time, be careful."
Kai helped Leo up and they left the practice field together. Kai was satisfied that he had used his new powers to help his friend. He was even more confident that he could face Lysander and expose his crimes.
"Kai, why are you advancing so fast? Didn't we just not meet for a few minutes but you've advanced that fast." asked Leo "Previously you were only at the Novice stage one level but now you're already at the Journeyman stage one level, how can you advance 10 stages in a few minutes."
Kai was stunned for a moment, a little surprised by Leo's sudden question. He forgot that his drastic increase in strength might arouse suspicion.
"Ah, that..." Kai tried to find a reasonable excuse. "I... I trained really hard after the duel with Lysander. I felt motivated to become stronger, so I pushed myself beyond my limits."
Leo looked at Kai with a probing gaze. "Really? But going up 10 stages in a few minutes... that's pretty much impossible, even for a genius.
"Kai scratched his head that wasn't itchy. "Hehehe... well, maybe I'm just talented at this." She tried to laugh to cover her nervousness.
Leo still looked doubtful, but he did not inquire further. "Fine, if you say so." He patted Kai's shoulder. "I'm glad you're getting stronger, Kai. We need your strength to face Lysander."
Kai breathed a sigh of relief. He was lucky that Leo wasn't too concerned about it. He doesn't want to divulge secrets about the System to anyone, not even his best friend.
"Yes, you're right," Kai said. "We should focus on Lysander now. I will meet Master Ragnar and show him the footage of the magic ball."
"The recording of the magic ball? What new thing did you record that you want to show Master Ragnar." Leo asked with astonishment "Did you find anything interesting?"
"It's something very important, I saw Lysander use dark magic, he summoned a demon" Kai said with a serious face "Luckily I recorded it with a magic ball"
"Really? It's something very serious," Leo said with a silly and slightly frightened face "I will accompany you to report to Master Ragnar."
Kai smiled. He felt lucky to have a friend like Leo. They walked together to Master Ragnar's study, ready to uncover the truth about Lysander and his evil plans.
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Note: levels of cultivation
1.Novice (Beginner)
2.Journeyman (Student)
3.Vanguard (Proficient)
4.Sage (Teacher)
5.Archmage (Supreme Master)
6.Celestial (Beyond the limit)