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Chapter 9: A new team

"Now that the duel is done, I must get back to Metropolis. Virgil, I wish you luck," Superman said before leaving

"Yes, I must also return to my duties. The best of luck to you young man," Diana said following behind Clark.

"Alright let's head back we have already been gone long enough," Dick said walking towards a large platform 

"Oh wait Virgil before you go I have to talk to you," John said placing a hand on Virgil's shoulder

"About what?" Dick asked

"Don't worry I'm just holding up my end of something I will send him over when we are done," John said

"I see then Virgil we will see you soon. For now, we will get a room ready for you," Kori said 

As the team stepped on the platform Virgil felt someone intensely staring at him. Moving from each member his eyes landed on Raven who looked at him with cold narrowed eyes.

(Good I have her attention) Virgil thought 

While the team stood on the platform a beam of light surrounded them and the next moment they were all teleported away.

"Alright kid let's get going I realized that while you were fighting you lacked combat abilities. I should have a book that will help you," John said leading Virgil through the tower

"What kind of book is this?" Virgil asked

"Something I got from one of my trips to hell. I could never use it because of the evil nature it contained but I feel that your magic will be able to counter that," John explained

"I see then. Let's hope it's as good as you say," Virgil said with a grin

Once the two reached an empty section of the tower John began drawing ruins into the ground with his knife. Once he was done he whispered something and like before both figures disappeared as if they were never there.

Within a split second, both appeared in a room filled with books, plants, lab sets, and relics from lost times.

"Welcome to my workshop," John said as they stood in the middle of the room

"Look at all of this...How long did it take you to get all of it?" Virgil asked 

"When you have done this as long as I have time no longer matters," John sighed

Walking through his workshop John went through his bookshelves until he stopped at a black book with chains around it.

"Here it is," John said grabbing the book

Walking back up to Virgil he pulled out a key from his pocket and undid the lock on the book. Once the chains fell the book released a dark oppressive aura that caused Virgil to sweat and his system to go off.

[WARNING DANGER!!!]

[WARNING DANGER!!!]

[WARNING DANGER!!!]

"Shit....what the hell is with this book?" Virgil asked nervously 

"This book was made by the devil himself I won it in a wager. It's said to have the flames of hell contained within it," John said with nervous laughter 

Grabbing the book Virgil received a surprising notification from the system.

[The Flames of hell have been sensed]

[Analizing...]

[Would the host like to purify the flames]

[Possible outcome: Primordial Flames]

[Possible outcome: Flames of Healing]

[Possible outcome: Fire of Origin]

(Sabastian what is all of this?) Virgil asked

{The system does not side with good or evil so it changes the flames into ones that have the same level of strength without having the chance of corrupting you} Sabastian explained

(I see can I select what kind of flame with changes into?)

{Not those are the possible outcomes that the system could change into. But each of them will only help to boost your abilities}

(Alright I will wait for now I don't want the change happening in front of anyone) Virgil said

"Thank you John this will help a lot," Virgil said putting on a fake smile

"Come one kid stop with the fake smile. I'm finished with my job I hope the next time we meet you put that book to good use," John said drawing runes onto the ground.

"Ha... I hope next time you have another gift like this for me," Virgil laughed

"Maybe if you get strong enough I will bring you to hell with me and you can get one yourself," John teased

"Well then I can't wait" Virgil replied before his figure disappeared from the lab

"Bloody hell I think this really is interesting he is the first person who didn't pass out when seeing the book," John laughed.

...

In the young justice tower, Virgil appeared out of thin air surprising Wally who was sitting don't the couch watching TV.

"What the hell man," Wally said almost falling off the couch

"Sorry about that I didn't think I would appear in the living room," Virgil replied

"It's fine. But since you are here let me show you around the tower and your room," Wally said standing up 

"Thanks," Virgil replied walking behind Wally

As they walked through the tower Wally showed Virgil the kitchen, living area, training room, garage, and other main areas of the tower. As he showed him around he told Virgil about the team dynamic. Like how Connor and Megan were together. How Zatanna was interested in Damian but would probably change since he joined. 

"Well, that's pretty much it for now any questions?" Wally asked

"Just one. What can you tell me about the girl in the cloak her name is Raven right?" Virgil asked playing ignorant

"Yeah, she joined the team right before you. They haven't told us much about her she is a good fighter but she is quiet and stays in her room most of the time," Wally explained

"Oh I see thank you Wally I will find you if I need anything else," Virgil said walking into his room

To Virgil's surprise when he walked into his room he saw Dick and Starfire standing inside.

"Ah, Virgil you returned. I hope Wally gave you a good tour?" Kori asked

"Yes he showed me the gist of it," Virgil replied

"That's good. By the way, batman said that your lab would be ready in two days," Dick added

"I see thank you...If that's all could I have some time to rest," Virgil said

"Yes sorry about that...If there is anything you need don't hesitate to ask," Kori said with a small smile

"And here is the training schedule. Your clothes are in the closet please try not to be late I already have enough trying to get Wally to wake up on time," Dick sighed handing Virgil a piece of paper.

"Don't worry I will be there on time," Virgil replied

Once the two left the room Virgil laid on his bed and sighed.

{Virgil how long do you plan to keep this act of yours up?}

(As long as it takes to reach what I want. This world is filled with many problems, and I want to be prepared for it all) Virgil replied

{I see would you like to look over your missions}

(Yes)

[Daily Training Mission]

[Active your barrier at full power for five hours: 0/5 Hours]

[Increase the range of shock: 0/5 meters]

[Learn a new skill: 0/1 skills]

[Rewards: +30 Status points/+1 Magic Gun Bluerprint/+1 Nano Tech Blueprint]


Chapter 10: A New Skill

(Hey Sabastian?) Virgil asked lying on his bed

{Yes?}

(Can you tell me if there are bugs in this room?)

{One moment...Yes there are multiple cameras and audio bugs}

(Thanks and what about my apartment are there bugs there?)

{Well with us here I can't tell but if we go back I could tell you} Sabastian replied

(I see now I have two more questions about my inventory?)

{Go ahead}

(If I wanted to could I go inside the inventory subspace since it's an actual portal that opens?) Virgil asked

{No. Time does not flow within that sub-space so to protect the host you can't enter the space}

(Alright I guessed that and for my second question can anyone see me reach into my inventory?)

{Well for other people it will seem like you're hand just disappeared then reappered}

(Good now for my last question are there any cameras or audio bugs in the bathroom?)

{Just an audio bug no Cameras} 

"Damn I should take a shower," Virgil sighed standing up and walking into his bathroom 

Inside he turned on the shower and pulled out the spell book he got from John. Once he did received the same notifications again.

[The Flames of hell have been sensed]

[Analizing...]

[Would the host like to purify the flames]

[Possible outcome: Primordial Flames]

[Possible outcome: Flames of Healing]

[Possible outcome: Fire of Origin]

(Yes I would like to purify) Virgil replied

[Begining Purification...]

[The Flames Of hell are resisting]

[New Analysis]

[Flames From the King of Hell]

[New Possible Outcomes]

[Fire of Origin]

[Primordial Flames]

(What why did it change and what happened to the flames of healing?) Virgil asked confused

{Well these flames were made by the king of hell so they are much stronger than what the books state. Only after a full analysis was it exposed}

(Okay but what is the difference between the two options)

{Well the fire of origin is a living flame that becomes part of the host soul. It can consume fire to become stronger. While the primordial flame can destroy anything that it comes into contact with}

(So the first has greater potential and the second is more destructive)

{Yes and the fire flame would be recommended for its ability to smelt any material. But the second one can destroy any material}

(I see but the way you said it means I can choose which one to use?) 

{That would be correct}

(I see...I will choose the Fire of Origin) Virgil said after a while of thinking

[Fire of Origin Chosen]

[Intitiating Soul link to Fire of Origin]

Once Virgil received the notification he felt a sharp sensation in his chest which caused him to cough. To his surprise, he released a small breath of fire.

"What the..."

Before he could finish his sentence the burning feeling increased causing it to feel like his blood was boiling. His skin slowly turned red. But unlike an itch or rash, the red covered his body and began to glow a bright red causing him to become a beam of red heat.

This caused the water from the shower to evaporate. Even his clothing began to burn. the robe he had from the system was engulfed by a dark red flame. 

[Basic Magic robe has been consumed by Fire of Origin]

[Basic Healing Ring has been consumed by Fire of Origin]

[New Attribute added to Fire of Origin: Flame Body/Fires Rebirth]

As this went on Virgil could only struggle under the intense pain. He tried to scream but nothing left his lungs. While his body burned the center of his chest slowly started to give off a blue flame. This blue flame spread until he was a mass of blue fire. 

But as suddenly as it started the flames all disappeared. Once his body was exposed it had changed. His once-black eyes were now glowing a fiery blue. His pale skin is now healthy. His skinny body was healthy and filled with toned muscles. 

Even as he breathed air he released small blue flames that released large amounts of heat. 

[Congradulations your souls has successfully integrated with the Fire or origin]

[New Skill: Fire of Origin[Lv.1: A flame that can melt anything and grows stronger as it consumes other flames]

[New Skill: Flame Body[Lv.1: for one second turn your body into fire negating all damage: Cooldown 1 hour: Passivly Negates all fire damage]

[New Skill: Fire Rebirth[Lv.1: The fire of Origin provides passive healing consume more healing items to increase effectiveness]

(Holy fuck you couldn't have given me a warning?) Virgil asked leaning on the wall

{Even I did not know that would happen} Sabastian said

(Whatever but I lost my robe now) Virgil

{Yes but you gained a boost in your stats. Check it out} Sabastian replied pulling up Virgil's status

[Status]

Name: Virgil Domini

Age: 19

Level 3: 0/1000]

HP: 500/500

MP: 7500/7500

Body: 50

Agility: 55

Dexterity: 45

Spirit: 75

Free Status Points: None

Skills: Basic-Mana Control[Lv.17] Learner[Lv.13] Barrier[Lv.15] Shock[Lv.10] Body Strengthening [Lv.7] Fire of Origin[Lv.1]

Equipment: None

(Damn that's a lot of points and those new skills make up for the lost items) Virgil said grinning from ear to ear

While leaning against the wall Virgil activated his Fire of Origin. Once he did a bright blue flame floated on his palm. Even though it was small with was bright and gave off intense heat.

(Hey Sabatian what is the current limit of the fire?) Virgil asked

{Right now the flame can reach a max temperature of 5000 Fahrenheit or 2760 Degrees Celcius}

(Damn that's a lot for a new level one fire)

{And this will only increase as you get stronger and consume for flames}

(What would happen if I were to consume a sun?) Virgil asked

{Woah let's not get ahead of ourselves and save that for later} Sabastian replied.


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