Bab 40: The kiss ends wrongly

In the gritty ambiance of the dimly lit alley, the figure, an elusive silhouette, deftly seized Jack's opportunity for an additional experience point, creating a palpable undercurrent of frustration. Swift as a striking viper, Jack retaliated with precision, a single decisive blow rendering the assaulter inert on the cold pavement.

'I stand now in the echelons of heightened strength; each ascent in level bequeaths upon me an amalgam of agility and formidable prowess,' ruminated Jack, his introspective thoughts echoing through the post-clash stillness.

The system, an enigmatic force weaving the fabric of Jack's reality, seemed to embark on an esoteric quest to amplify his capabilities. While challenging, it was as if the system, with a sense of urgency, fortified Jack for an impending ordeal.