The black card, cold and heavy in his hand, shimmered for a moment, the glitched skull face flickering like a dying ember. Then, in a seamless transformation, it reshaped itself into a sleek, black LED watch. The band, smooth and cool against the skin, fastened with a satisfying click. He glanced at Lena, still kneeling on the floor, her face averted. He tossed the watch to her. "Put it on."Hesitantly, she picked it up, her fingers brushing against his as she fumbled with the clasp. The watch face, dark and unreadable at first, sprang to life as it made contact with her skin, displaying a series of glowing characters. He watched as her stats flickered across the small screen:Lena Level: 0 HP: 20/20 SP: 5/5 MP: 5/5 STR: 3 AGI: 2 RES: 3 INT: 4 WIS: 10A stark contrast to his own, he noted with a flicker of satisfaction. He tapped the screen, navigating through the interface. It was intuitive, almost eerily so. He discovered a chat function, allowing communication between wearers. He could send messages, images, even videos. A new level of control.But even more intriguing was the mission system. He could assign tasks to his… "subordinates," the term the system used, those who wore the watch. Completing these missions would earn Contribution Points, or CP, which could then be spent in a Contribution Shop. He accessed the shop, a virtual storefront appearing on the watch's screen. The items available were… interesting:Contribution Shop
Enhanced Agility Serum (500 CP): A fast-acting serum that temporarily boosts agility and reflexes for 1 hour. Reduces stamina consumption by 20%. Cloaking Device (1000 CP): A small device that creates a temporary cloaking field, making the wearer nearly invisible for up to 5 minutes. Consumable, single use. Memory Enhancer (750 CP): A neural implant that improves memory retention and recall for a limited time (24 hours). Helps with learning and information processing. Regeneration Patch (250 CP): A dermal patch that accelerates healing of minor wounds and bruises. Reduces recovery time by 50%.
He considered the possibilities, his mind racing. The potential for exploiting this system was immense.Then, he remembered his level up. Five new attribute points, and one skill point, burning a hole in his pocket. He could feel the pull of a balanced build, the logical appeal of distributing the points evenly. But logic was for fools. He craved speed, lethal efficiency. He envisioned himself as a blur, a phantom, striking from the shadows before his enemies even knew he was there.He accessed his status screen on the watch and, ignoring the nagging voice of reason, poured all five attribute points into Agility. He felt a subtle shift, a quickening in his pulse, a heightened sense of awareness. It wasn't just physical; it was mental too. His thoughts seemed to sharpen, his reactions quicker.His gaze returned to Lena. He had established his dominance, asserted his control. The level up, the new abilities, the watch… it all fueled a growing sense of power. He felt emboldened, almost invincible."Strip," he commanded, his voice curt, brooking no argument. He watched her, his eyes cold and assessing, as she hesitated, her fingers trembling slightly as she clutched the towel tighter around her. The fear in her eyes was palpable, a testament to his control. He didn't need her consent. He only needed her obedience. The watch, the system, the level up… they had all conspired to solidify his position, to elevate him above her. He was no longer just a man. He was something… more. And she, whether she liked it or not, was now his.