Bab 40: A System?

[System v.1]

[Host: Seraphina von Schwarzenberg]

[Title: Reincarnated Villainess]

[Age: 18]

[Race: Human/???]

[Affiliation: Rosevine Coven]

[Position: Disciple of the Rosevine Coven]

[Cultivation Stage: Core Creation Stage 3]

[Physique: Seven Emotions]

[Qi Affinity: Nature]

[Qi: 10000/10000]

[Body: 12000]

[Cultivation Techniques]

[Active: Coven Disciple Scripture]

[Skills]

[Close Quarter Combat Expert]

[Sealing Master]

[Unique Skills]

[Seal Hacking]

[Emotion Manipulation]

[Inherent Skills]

[░░░░░░░]

[Inheritances]

[Legacy of Saphir (Incomplete)]

[Evaluation]

[Currently slightly above canon fodder. Acquiring better cultivation techniques is advised.]

"Apparently, I'm not completely human," Seraphina mused, her thoughts drifting to her mysterious past life.

"Demoness!"

"Villainess!"

"...those cursed eyes!"

Eveline's haunting words echoed in her mind, causing a momentary shiver to run down Seraphina's spine.

'Could it be?' Seraphina wondered if her very essence had undergone a transformation when she crossed over from her previous world to this one. It made sense, considering the otherworldly powers and elements she now possessed.

Deciding to leave that enigma for another day, Seraphina continued her exploration of the System's interface.

'Hmm, Nature affinity? Ah, yes, the ginseng,' she recalled the mystical herb that had granted her this unique connection to the natural world.

"System, how is Qi quantified across cultivation stages?" she inquired, eager to understand the mechanics of her newfound abilities.

[Mortal: 0 - 99]

[Essence Attainment: 100 - 999]

[Core Creation: 1000 - 9999]

[Core Harmonization: 10000 - 99999]

[Higher ranks are not relevant for you at this moment]

The revelation intrigued her. Her current Qi level of 10,000 indicated that her Qi pool had already reached the next major realm, Core Harmonization.

"What about Body?" she inquired further, seeking to grasp the significance of her Body value.

[The Body value scales the same as the Qi value]

Her Body value, also at 12,000, mirrored the scaling of her Qi. It was clear that the ginseng's effects had not only boosted her Qi but had also enhanced her physical attributes.

"Why are some of my skills redacted?" Seraphina inquired about the mysterious redacted skills, her curiosity piqued.

[Host needs to unlock relevant information to fulfill the right conditions of unlocking these skills]

Digging deeper into the System's interface, she stumbled upon another enigma—her incomplete Inheritance.

"The Inheritance is incomplete? Do I need to master everything to complete it, or is there more to Lady Sapir's legacy than I've been shown?" she contemplated aloud, her thoughts veering toward Lady Sapir.

[A crucial part of her inheritance is hidden away, the Host needs to master all the relevant skills of the incomplete inheritance before more information can be extracted]

"Very well," Seraphina conceded. "I shall uncover the secrets of Lady Sapir in due time."

With a sigh, she decided to explore the System's shop, hoping to find a suitable cultivation technique to enhance her abilities.

[System Shop v.1]

[Cultivation Techniques]

[Skills]

[Resources]

[Miscellaneous Items]

[Trading]

Eager to bolster her cultivation, Seraphina's eyes lit up as she commanded, "Filter for suitable cultivation techniques."

[Calculating Host's current assets]

[Found (1) tradable object: Cipher]

[Attempting to search for Cultivation Techniques of the same value ...]

[Attention: Search Complete]

[Displaying Results: 3]

[Heavenly Enchantress Song of Nature]

"A profound cultivation technique passed down through generations by an ancient sect of mystics," the description enticed. "Practitioners of this technique use sound and music as a carrier for Qi-based attacks. They can achieve unparalleled control over their inner Qi and manipulate the forces of nature."

[Demonic Winter Virgo]

"Intriguing," Seraphina murmured as she read about the enigmatic technique. "A formidable cultivation technique that draws power from the icy depth of the underworld, reserved for virgin female cultivators. They form a separate core containing the chilling energy of death and frost, gaining a unique nature among elemental cultivators—Demonic Ice. A warning lingers: should the practitioner lose their virginity, the core would break, freezing them from the inside out."

[Forgotten Empress of the Ancient World]

"A legacy steeped in history and tragedy," Seraphina pondered. "Said to be the legacy of a once-powerful empress who surpassed all male cultivators of her time and took up the throne of the heavenly gates. Practitioners draw strength from a trinity of body, soul, and mind, unlocking hidden potential and gaining dominion over lost knowledge."

Seraphina sat cross-legged on her bed, the System's interface illuminating her thoughts. She weighed the pros and cons of each cultivation technique carefully, contemplating their potential impact on her journey.

"Heavenly Enchantress Song of Nature," she mused. "A tempting choice, offering control over sound and music as carriers for Qi-based attacks. Unparalleled control over inner Qi and manipulation of nature's forces—powerful indeed."

Yet, as enticing as the Heavenly Enchantress Song of Nature was, Seraphina couldn't ignore its limitations. It might require an affinity for music that she didn't possess, and it seemed more focused on offensive capabilities rather than overall cultivation.

Next, she considered "Demonic Winter Virgo." The allure of harnessing power from the icy depths of the underworld intrigued her. The concept of a unique elemental nature, Demonic Ice, was fascinating. However, the requirement of remaining a virgin was a significant drawback. It imposed restrictions on her personal life and could be a source of anxiety.

Lastly, her gaze shifted to "Forgotten Empress of the Ancient World." The legacy of a once-powerful empress who surpassed male emperors and harnessed body, soul, and mind intrigued her. The promise of unlocking hidden potential and gaining dominion over lost knowledge held great appeal. It seemed like a comprehensive cultivation technique, offering both versatility and depth.

Seraphina sighed, realizing her decision. While each technique had its merits, the "Forgotten Empress of the Ancient World" seemed to align best with her long-term goals. It offered a balanced approach to cultivation and resonated with her desire for comprehensive growth.

With determination in her eyes, she made her choice. "I choose the 'Forgotten Empress of the Ancient World.' Let it be the foundation of my path to greatness."

[Attention: Choice confirmed - Proceed to exchange item 'Cipher' for the technique?]

"Yes!"

As she confirmed her selection, the description of the technique became clearer in her mind, and she felt a surge of excitement for the journey ahead.