A sharp gasp tore through Raizen's throat as he shot up from his bed, drenched in sweat. His entire body ached, his muscles burning like he had been through the most brutal training of his life. The strange, mechanical hum in his head remained—an ever-present reminder of what had just happened.
[System Online.]
A translucent screen hovered in front of his eyes, filled with strange glyphs and information he had never seen before. His heart pounded as he took in the details.
[Draconic Ascendancy System - Tier 1]
Status: Active
Bloodline: Locked
Available Quests:
Survive: Adapt to your newfound power. Reward: Basic Draconic Enhancement.
Win a VR Battle: Prove your combat capabilities. Reward: Physical Attribute Boost.
Raizen clenched his fists. His body felt different—stronger, more attuned to something primal lurking deep within him. A suppressed force waiting to be released. The mere thought sent a shiver down his spine.
He barely had time to process it before his room's intercom buzzed.
"Raizen! You're up, right? We have a match in an hour!" It was his best friend, Oris, his voice filled with excitement. "You better not back out now. You promised you'd help me crush those rich snobs today!"
Raizen exhaled slowly, glancing at his shaking hands. He had no idea what had just awakened inside him, but one thing was clear.
This was only the beginning.
And he was ready.