The morning sun barely pierced the haze of confusion and fear that gripped Mumbai. News of the monster attack spread like wildfire, and rumors of a new age of warriors and dangers echoed through every street and alley.
Aryan Sharma stood amidst the remnants of his first battle since his return, the Goblin's black mist lingering in the air like a dark omen. He knew this was only the beginning. The Eternal Tower had started its resurgence, and soon, dungeons would follow.
The murmurs of the crowd still buzzed around him.
"That guy... he just killed a monster with a stick!"
"Is he one of those Awakened warriors?"
"What's going to happen to us now?"
Aryan ignored the voices. He had more pressing concerns. He needed to test the limits of his new body and plan his next steps carefully. His eyes flicked to the shimmering portal, still active, indicating more monsters were coming.
Status Window
Name (Age): Aryan Sharma (24)
Title: None
Affiliation: None
Rank: None
Level: 1
Class: None
Stats:
Strength: 10
Agility: 10
Aura: 10
Intelligence: 10
Unallocated Stats: 2
Skills:
None
The unallocated stat points glowed faintly in his status window. He could use them now to gain an edge, but he decided to hold back, saving them for a crucial moment. He needed to stay unpredictable, even to himself.
His thoughts were interrupted by the appearance of two more Goblins from the portal. They were identical to the first, armed with crude weapons and malice. The crowd gasped, recoiling from the creatures.
Aryan, however, moved forward.
His feet carried him swiftly toward the monsters, his makeshift weapon raised. The Goblins snarled, charging at him simultaneously. Aryan feinted left, dodging the first Goblin's dagger and swinging his stick at the second one. The impact cracked the Goblin's skull, sending it crashing to the ground.
Monster Status Window: Goblin
Rank: E
Level: 1
Class: Beast
Stats:
Strength: 8
Agility: 7
Aura: 5
Intelligence: 3
Skills:
[Slash] (Rank E)
Aryan sidestepped the second Goblin's slash, countering with a powerful thrust to its abdomen. The creature doubled over, and Aryan finished it with a swift strike to the head. Both Goblins dissolved into mist, leaving behind faint glimmers—Aura Stones.
He quickly picked up the stones, knowing their value. In his past life, these stones became a crucial resource, fueling both technology and the economy of the new world. They would be indispensable in the battles to come.
Status Window
Name (Age): Aryan Sharma (24)
Title: None
Affiliation: None
Rank: None
Level: 1
Class: None
Stats:
Strength: 10
Agility: 10
Aura: 10
Intelligence: 10
Unallocated Stats: 4
Skills:
None
The additional unallocated stats were a small but satisfying reward. He glanced at the crowd, now more curious than frightened.
"Aryan!" a voice called from the edge of the crowd. It was his neighbor, Priya, a university student like him. "What's happening? What are those... things?"
Aryan approached her, his expression serious. "Monsters. They've come from the Eternal Tower. Things are going to change, Priya. This is just the beginning."
Priya's eyes widened in disbelief. "What do we do? How do we stop them?"
He shook his head, the weight of his knowledge pressing heavily on his shoulders. "We need to prepare. There will be more. And not just here—everywhere."
As he spoke, a faint hum began emanating from the portal. Aryan recognized the sound—it signaled the arrival of a stronger monster. His body tensed, every muscle ready for the challenge. He had to get stronger, and fast.
This time, he would not just survive—he would conquer.
Author's Note:
The next wave of monsters looms, and Aryan is just beginning to rebuild his strength. How will he navigate the emerging chaos, and who will stand beside him as allies or foes? Stay tuned as Aryan prepares for the next challenge in this unfolding saga.