Bab 6: The Vampire Progenitor
Hours had passed. As the first light of dawn began to seep through the shattered windows, the pain finally started to recede.
Kai's appearance had changed dramatically. His skin was pale, contrasting sharply with his lustrous dark hair that fell in waves past his shoulders. His eyes were a striking, bright amethyst, often glowing faintly in low light. His facial features were sharp and angular, with high cheekbones and a sculpted jawline that lent him an aristocratic air despite his youthful appearance. The transformation had made him extraordinarily handsome, a future heartthrob and possibly the world's most handsome man.
Kai lay on the floor, his clothes drenched in blood and sweat, his body trembling from the ordeal. Slowly, his awareness returned. The first thing he noticed was the absence of pain. His body felt light, almost ethereal as if he had shed a tremendous burden. He opened his eyes, the dim light of dawn filtering through the broken windows, casting eerie shadows on the walls. Every detail was vivid—the cracks in the walls, the dust motes floating in the air, the faint sound of birds chirping outside.
Crunch... The sound of shattered glass under his hand as he steadied himself, the tiny fragments grinding against the floor. "I'm... alive," he whispered, a mix of relief and awe in his voice. "I did it."
Drip... drip... drip. The sound of water dripping echoed through the warehouse, each drop hitting the concrete floor with a distinct, rhythmic beat.
"I can hear everything."
Kai tried to move, his muscles responding instantly and with more precision than ever before.
"My body feels so light."
He lifted his hand, marveling at the smoothness of his skin, the sharpness of his nails.
"The rough skin I got from all that work is gone."
Kai took a deep breath, the air filling his lungs with a refreshing coolness. He could smell the remnants of his own blood, the faint metallic scent mingling with the musty odor of the abandoned warehouse.
"I can smell more clearly."
Slowly, he sat up, testing his new body. His senses were heightened, his vision sharper even in the dim light. He could hear the faintest sounds, smell the lingering scents in the air.
"And my eyesight is clearer."
He checked his status on the floating screen, noting the changes in his attributes.
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Status
Name: Kai Ember
Title: Vampire Progenitor
Profession:** N/A
Affinity: Blood
Rank: High Tier Warrior
Attribute Points: 5
Attributes:
Vigor: High Tier Warrior
Mind: High Tier Warrior
Endurance: High Tier Warrior
Strength: High Tier Warrior
Dexterity: High Tier Warrior
Intelligence: High Tier Warrior
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Kai's eyes widened as he saw the significant increase in his attributes. The transformation had made him powerful, just as the system had promised.
Next, he pressed the [Skills] tab. The screen displayed a list of skills he currently possessed.
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[Innate Skill/s]
(Upgradable) Blood Magic: Harness the power of blood for various spells and rituals. [Locked]
(Upgradable) Night Vision: See clearly in the dark. [Unlocked]
(Upgradable) Charm: Influence and manipulate others. [Unlocked]
(Upgradable) Regeneration: Rapidly heal from injuries. [Unlocked]
[Skill/s: None]
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With a tentative motion, he stood up, rustle... rustle... the sound of his clothes shifting as he moved, feeling the strength coursing through his veins. He could sense the change in his muscles, the heightened agility, and the immense power at his fingertips. He stretched, feeling the flexibility and the effortless grace of his movements. The system had not only transformed his body but had also heightened his perception and awareness of the world around him.
He glanced at his reflection in a broken shard of glass on the floor. A stunning young boy, around 13 years old, with raven-black hair cascading down to his lower back. His youthful, boyish features included rounder cheeks and a softer jawline. His complexion was porcelain, and his deep amethyst-colored eyes shone with a newfound intensity. It was Kai Ember.
Tap... tap... His footsteps echoed in the empty warehouse as he looked around, his senses picking up details he had never noticed before—the subtle variations in the texture of the concrete floor, the distant hum of electricity, the faint rustling of leaves outside. It was as if a veil had been lifted, revealing a world rich with detail and nuance.
He flexed his fingers, crack... crack... feeling the raw power in his grip. He took a cautious step forward, then another, testing his balance and coordination. Each movement was fluid, precise, and filled with an underlying strength. He felt invincible.
A small smile played on his lips. "I did it," he repeated, his voice stronger this time. He had survived the transformation and emerged more powerful than he could have imagined. With this power, he could protect Hanabi and survive in the dangerous world they lived in.
Kai took a moment to collect himself, then headed towards the warehouse's exit. As he stepped outside, creak... the door groaned on its hinges, and the first rays of sunlight touched his skin, filling him with an invigorating warmth.
As he started walking, a quest notification appeared.
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Quest: Save Hanabi from danger
Reward: Profession
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When he saw the word "danger" along with Hanabi's name, his mind went blank. A dark aura erupted from him. His heart pounded in his chest, a mixture of fear and fury swirling within him. His hands clenched into fists, and his breath came in ragged gasps. He was full of rage, every fiber of his being consumed by the need to protect his sister.
"Hanabi... no," he whispered, his voice trembling with emotion. The thought of her being in danger ignited a firestorm of protective instincts. He didn't understand why his emotions seemed amplified a hundred times, but he couldn't ignore the overwhelming urge to save her.
His vision turned red with fury, and a primal scream tore from his throat. The air around him crackled with energy, the ground beneath his feet trembling as if echoing his inner turmoil. He felt his power surge, his newly heightened senses honing in on the direction he needed to go.
But then, he forced himself to take a deep breath. "Calm down, Kai," he muttered.
He began to control his emotions, using the fury and fear as fuel rather than letting them consume him. He needed to be clear-headed to save Hanabi.
"It's been a day, so Mrs. Kimura must have taken Hanabi to her house."
"Hang on, Hanabi," he growled, his voice filled with deadly determination but now tempered with clarity. "I'm coming."
The first thing he did was check Mrs. Kimura's house. Upon arriving, he found it undisturbed. He inhaled deeply, catching the familiar scents. Among them, he detected a recent scent trail left by Hanabi and her teacher, Mrs. Kimura. Relief washed over him as he remembered he had asked the teacher to take care of Hanabi.
"They must have left the house not long ago," he surmised, noting the freshness of the scent. He turned and made his way swiftly to Hanabi's school, his senses on high alert, scanning for any signs of trouble.
Without wasting a second, Kai launched into action, his newly heightened senses and abilities driving him forward. He would save Hanabi, no matter the cost.
Status Power Mingguan
-- Peringkat
Power 
-- Power
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