章 32: Realm of Mysteries and Forgetfulness (3)
Assassin Number 7 POV
"Marvin, you traitor! My parents trusted you, yet you dared to betray the family that fed you when you were just a nobody. You were a disgrace of a person when my parents took you in, yet today you repay their generosity by betraying them. You are pathetic, a shameless bastard..."
A man screamed at the top of his voice while being held down by two individuals. Alongside him, thirteen other individuals were tied down with their mouths gagged. These restrained individuals were the Yong Family, a subsidiary of the Johnson Great Family. Primarily working as merchants, the Yongs had distribution outposts spread across the empire, amassing substantial wealth that even garnered envy from other Great families. On the surface, they presented themselves as ordinary affluent merchants, but underneath, they operated as information-gathering and selling agents.
Utilizing their extensive merchant network, they gather and disseminate information. They welcomed a street child into their fold many years prior, showering him with love and attention. Eventually, he was integrated into the family business and swiftly ascended the ranks, thanks to his adept learning and street-smart instincts. He contributed significantly and implemented changes that markedly improved their information-gathering endeavors.
Recently, they discovered that someone within their circle was divulging information to their adversaries, but the perpetrator remained unidentified. Time passed swiftly until masked assailants invaded their residence a few hours ago, unleashing violence and claiming numerous lives. Shockingly, it was revealed that Marvin, the orphan adopted and nurtured by the Yong family, had betrayed them due to a romantic entanglement. In less than two hours, nearly everyone lay dead, leaving only fourteen survivors.
"No hard feelings, Johnson Jnr. It's just that I couldn't refuse a request from a fairy. If you're looking for someone to blame, point fingers at your family for adopting me. I never sought adoption in the first place," Marvin replied, wrapping his hands around the waist of the self-proclaimed fairy.
"And do you honestly believe they'll spare you after taking us out? Remember, without the Yong family, you're just an orphan. Can you picture a fairy marrying a nobody orphan like you?" Johnson Jnr taunted, wearing a smug expression. He aimed to plant doubt in the minds of those present, hoping they would turn against Marvin sooner or later. The tactic appeared effective as Marvin began to look visibly uncomfortable.
Before Marvin could respond, the scene abruptly froze, leaving only Little Johnson. Suddenly, a voice echoed as a young man with white hair approached and positioned himself in front of Little Johnson.
"I must admit, you're skilled at playing mind games. The way you redirected the narrative towards Marvin is quite clever. You've got a natural talent," the white-haired young man complimented, expressing admiration.
"Who are you, and what did you do to all of them?" Johnson Jnr asked in a confused tone.
"Oh, me? I'm just someone who can get you and your family out of this mess and help you exact revenge. As you can see, I froze all of them in place. They're not dead, but they can't speak either. I'll assist you in seeking revenge, but you'll have to pay a heavy price for my help," the white-haired youth responded to Marvin's question.
"And what if I reject your offer? What happens then? Clearly, you need something from me so badly that you're willing to go to extra lengths to get it. What if I decide to turn down your offer?" Johnson Jnr inquired.
"Make no mistake, I'm not desperate for anything. I just saw potential, and I want to nurture it. To answer your question, if you reject my offer, I'll simply resume time and let whatever is about to happen unfold. I won't change anything. It's up to you whether you'll let your family face their fate just to preserve your ego," the white-haired young man replied, displaying signs of annoyance.
"And what is it that you want from me in order to save me and my family from this mess?" Jnr asked.
"All I ask is for you to become my slave and work for me from now onward. It's quite simple, don't you think?" he replied.
"So I just have to accept becoming your slave, and then you'll save my entire family?" Jnr sought clarification.
"Yes," the young man answered and then asked, "Do you wish to become my slave for all eternity?"
'I'll just answer, and when my family is safe and sound, I'll take care of him,' Jnr thought inwardly before responding.
"Yes, I am willing to become your slave." Immediately after his answer, Jnr's world darkened and vanished. When he opened his eyes, he saw three individuals with white hair staring at him. Glancing around, he noticed six other individuals in the same situation.
They all kneeled in a warrior-like fashion and said in unison, "We await your orders, master."
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Back to the present
Rasoul promptly activated his slave seal and inspected the Semi-Saint category. With the recent upgrade to the slave seal, its impact had been elevated to the semi-saint level.
[Slave Seal]
[][Semi Sanint][]
>>Draven
>>vidal
>>wong
>>Philip
>>hickman
>>morison
>>Johnson Jnr
Observing the formidable lineup before him, a smile crept across Rasoul's lips as he devised plans to exploit their immense potential fully. Rasoul and his friend effortlessly subdued seven Semi-Saints, executing their strategy efficiently. This success was made possible by specific abilities Rasoul had crafted using the Empty Scrolls. Among these were three newly created abilities:
[Reality Weave: Active] - (Tier 3)
[Distorted Perception:] - Creates false images, making targets see things that aren't there.
[Auditory Deception:] - Fools the ears with imaginary sounds, confusing and disorienting opponents.
[Tactile Illusion:] - Generates illusionary sensations, making individuals feel nonexistent textures or objects.
[Shadowplay:] - Manipulates shadows to form illusory figures, adding an extra layer of deception.
(Upgradable)
---
[Psionic Assault: Active] - (Tier 3)
{Memory Distortion:] - Shuffles and confuses memories, causing temporary amnesia or false recollections.
[Thought Fragmentation:] - Disrupts thought processes, leading to mental fatigue and difficulty concentrating.
[Emotional Onslaught:] - Amplifies or dampens emotions, affecting mood and decision-making.
[Telepathic Disturbance:] - Sends intrusive thoughts, creating mental noise and distraction in the target's mind.
(Upgradable)
---
[Spiritual Erosion: Active] - (Tier 3)
[Life Drain:] - Absorbs the target's life force, weakening them physically and mentally.
[Soul Echo:] - Imprints a resonating echo on the soul, causing disorientation and vulnerability.
[Ephemeral Chains:] - Conjures ethereal chains that bind the target's soul, restricting movement and abilities.
[Existential Disjunction:] - Temporarily disconnects the soul from the body, inducing a state of ethereal dissociation.
(Upgradable)
Rasoul crafted these formidable abilities and invested 100,000,000 Fire points in upgrading all three to Tier three. These abilities, exhibiting sheer overpowered characteristics, prove essential in his current mission. Rasoul strategically employs two specific effects among the multitude each ability offers.
Firstly, he utilizes Distorted Perception to fabricate a deceptive reality for each target. This skill allows him to manipulate their sensory experiences, creating illusions that lead them astray and play tricks on their perception of the environment.
Secondly, Rasoul employs Memory Distortion, a potent ability to sow confusion within their memories. Capitalizing on his mental manipulation prowess, he infiltrates their minds, guiding them through a maze of distorted recollections. Gradually, their mental resilience is eroded, paving the way for the final step.
As Rasoul subtly maneuvers through their minds, what seems like years of psychological torment unfolds within their consciousness. However, in reality, only a few hours have passed. The efficiency of this process could be further amplified if Rasoul's memory manipulation capabilities were even more potent than they currently are.
The intriguing question arises: How did Rasoul successfully subject all seven individuals to the illusionary effects simultaneously, especially considering their collective movements upon entering the borders of Orange Field City? The answer lies in Rasoul's ingenious use of a chemical purchased from the system.
This colorless and odorless gas, designed to weaken the mental strength of individuals below sainthood, became Rasoul's key to infiltrating the minds of the seven assassins. Delegating the task to Sabrat and Lara, Rasoul instructed them to strategically place these gas canisters approximately five kilometers from the city.
The chemical acted as a mental gateway, rendering the seven assassins susceptible to Rasoul's mental manipulations. His exceptional mental capacity, attributed to his Divine Warrior Physique and two potent bloodlines, played a pivotal role in seamlessly navigating and dominating their minds. Thus, Rasoul orchestrated a complex yet effective plan to simultaneously ensnare all seven in the illusionary web.
Rasoul immediately called his status to check the recent changes that had occurred in the system.
[][Elements: 7][] | [][Abilities: 25][] | [][Blessings: 4][] | [][Wills: 8][] | [][Skills &Techniques: 1][] |
[][Sub-Classes: 2][] | [][Titles: 1][]
[Name: Rasoul Cole]
[Age: 18]
[Class: Supreme Necromancy]
[Sub-Class: Runesmith | Alchemy]
[Potential: Supreme]
[Divine Physique: 8%]
{Bloodline: Golden Tiger: 20% | Crystal: 20%]
{Realm: Master]
[Rank:9]
[Mana: 15000]
[EXP: 130000/320000]
[STR: 650| AGL: 650| DEX: 650| INT: 820| DEF: 700]
[Innate Soul Enery = 19%]
'Abilities
Rasoul Immediately accessed the abilities panel
>Abilities: 25
[Critical hit] | [Sword aura] | [Infinity strike] | [Necro-Smith (Death Creation)] | [Soul Gaze] | [Imitate: Passive]
[Musika: Active] | [Golden Body: Passive] | [Thunder Domain: Active] | [Lightning Sword: Active] | [Radar: Passive] |
[Seek: Active] | [Thunder Manipulation: Active] | [Dash: Active] | [StrikeThrough: Active] | [Voidless Strike: Passive] | [Clone: Active] |
[Summon Undead: Active] | [Darkness Manipulation: Active] | [Clone of Stone: Active] | [Geomimicry Triad (Active)] | [Reality Weave: Active] |
[Psionic Assault: Active] | [Spiritual Erosion: Active] | [Infinity Chaos Launcher: Active]
A satisfied smile escaped Rasoul's lips.
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