Chapter 8: System
[Ding! Star System awakened successfully…]
Confused by a sudden voice inside his mind, he inquired, hoping for some answers.
"What is a Star system?"
[Star system is a powerful artifact whose sole purpose is to help its host become ___ ]
"Huh? Become what?"
[Eror! Insufficient strength!...]
"…"
'Should I be happy or sad?' Cassian helplessly shook his head, feeling troubled. Receiving a system that grants them overpowered abilities and items was a dream of every high schooler. But, as they say, 'Great powers come with Great responsibilities.'
'I'm in no position to bargain either, my interference has already changed the supposed plotline of the story.'
"How do I use you?" He inquired, his voice dripping with curiosity.
[It works similar to a game. The host can access 'Status', 'Inventory', and other features.]
"I see." He nodded, confirming his suspicion. In short, The Star System would help me become stronger and powerful. But, Why?
[...]
[Eror! Insufficient strength!...]
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Clicking his tongue, he ignored its warning and focused on its main capabilities.
"Status"
[STATUS SCREEN]
Name: Cassian von Luminaire
Title: Crown Prince of the Luminaire Empire
Race: Human (Awakened)
Age: 16
Energy Source: Mana
Main Stage: Growth
Sub Stage: Starseed
Rank: Initiate
Elemental Affinities
Lightning
Light
Skills
Swordplay (Basic): Proficient in one-handed and dual-wielding techniques.
Martial Arts (Intermediate): Proficient in boxing techniques.
Court Etiquette (Advanced): Expert knowledge of royal protocol and diplomacy.
Mana Manipulation (Basic): Control and refine mana for efficient energy use.
Equipment
Crown Prince's Robes: Increases Charisma and offers minor mana regeneration.
Luminaria Pendant: Enhances Light elemental abilities and protects against minor curses.
Spatial Ring: Provides a 100 cubic meter space capable of storing non-living items and artifacts.
Star System Features
Inventory: [0/10 Slots Used]
Quests:
[Active] Awaken the Starseed: Progress to the next stage of power. Reward: Unlock Advanced Elemental Skills.
[Active] Cure Seraphina's Curse: Lift the soulbound curse and free Seraphina's soul. Reward: Unlock Advanced Sword Techniques.
[Locked]
[Locked]
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Cassian was astonished gazing at the translucent screen hovering before him. His heart gleamed excitedly as he scrolled through the status screen, pausing occasionally to process the information.
'Hmm…I've awakened lightning and light elements, not bad.' He nodded, feeling quite relieved. Both of them were advanced elements with destructive capability.
A bitter smile appeared on his face as he gazed at the energy source section.
Mana was the energy source of this world and was responsible for awakening and granting powers. However, Mana wasn't the only energy source available, Cosmic energy–a superior energy source capable of granting an individual the power to harness every element.
Yes, every element including basic and advanced elements, the MC of this novel acquired such overpowered ability during his awakening ceremony, marking the start of his journey to conquest.
A question popped into his mind.
'Hey system, Why am I here?' He inquired, suddenly remembering something. The sudden reincarnation into the novel that he'd just finished reading, such coincidence made him confused and scared.
[Eror! Insufficient strength!...]
Internally scoffing at those responses, he placed the question at the back of his mind and inquired about another topic.
'What are Quests?'
[Quests are missions that provide handsome rewards upon completion.]
A short and simple answer, explaining its usage.
He asked a few other questions and his new life, goals, future, and especially strength.
"What's the current year?"
[4th January, 2022 AL]
'The storyline hasn't begun yet. That's useful to hear.'
He could pick up some useful treasures before the story officially began.
'I need to awaken cosmic energy first. The ability to utilize every element is far too tempting to give up.' He remembered the unconventional method to awaken the cosmic energy.
To awaken the cosmic energy, the first method was to acquire the blessing of the Stars–an innate ability that the MC currently possesses.
The second method was to utilize cosmic treasure to restructure your physique, granting it the ability to withstand cosmic fusion. Cosmic treasures were incredibly rare almost a myth. They were created through the essence of cosmic energy, from the universe itself, making them incredibly powerful and rare.
'Thankfully, I know the location of the cosmic treasure I require.' He thought, remembering their names; Orb of Elementus, Orb of indestructibility, Orb of Ressurection.
No, all three of them are not cosmic treasures. Instead, these tree artifacts comprise a single cosmic treasure called the Tear of Dawn.
A powerful being from the ancient era damaged the cosmic treasure, separating it into three parts and scattering it. Why you might ask?
Because it was too powerful, granting a mortal the power to harness cosmic energy was a taboo among the gods. To stop that from happening, they damaged it.
To be clear, cosmic treasures could never be completely destroyed. Because their essence is connected to the universe itself, if they somehow get destroyed, then an exact replica of them pops up somewhere in the universe.
[A.N: It's like a devil fruit from One Piece.]
So, the cunning gods devised a strategy and instead of completely destroying the Tear of Dawn, they damaged it and scattered its pieces into the universe.
'Sadly, what they feared would happen eventually so, I'm just going to change its owner. I don't mind taking such treasure for myself.' Smirking at himself, he decided on his first treasure hunt.
Yes, He was thinking of stealing the cheat item from the MC.
'I know the risks. I know I could potentially create a butterfly effect and destroy the whole timeline. Doing so, I'll lose the information I had about the future. But, I couldn't care less now that I've reincarnated into this world. My safety comes first.'
[Ding! New quest added!...]
Quests:
[Active] Awaken the Starseed: Progress to the next stage of power. Reward: Unlock Advanced Elemental Skills.
[Active] Cure Seraphina's Curse: Lift the soulbound curse and free Seraphina's soul. Reward: Unlock Advanced Sword Techniques.
[Active] Cosmic energy awakening: Acquire Orb of Elementus, Orb of Ressurection, and Orb of indestructibility. Reward: Tear of Dawn[Locked]
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'Hmm?' Cassian hastily checked the quest section, finding a new quest on it. He was surprised and shocked at the reward for the quest completion.
'Oi system, explain the reward for the new quest.'
[If the Host managed to acquire all three artifacts, the system would automatically merge them, creating Tear of Dawn.]
'Ah, I thought I would gain another Tear of Dawn.' With a disappointed look, he closed the tab. Another Tear of Dawn would have been a game-changer, well, it seems the system wasn't as useful as he considered it to be.
[...]
Shaking his head, he approached a room by the corridor. It was a familiar room, the room of Cassian's father.
Yes, the current emperor of the Luminaire Empire, one of the strongest awakened human under heaven.
His heart was beating wildly, nervousness etched on his face, with a deep breath, he calmed himself down and knocked on the door.
Knock knock
"Come in." A deep, authoritative voice resounded, causing emotional turmoil inside Cassian.
fuu
He twisted the knob and stepped inside with a resolute expression.