Chapter 28: The Crystal Update-2
Alex woke up in his hostel room, sunlight streaming through the thin curtains. The memories of his first night with CV, now his wife, were still fresh in his mind, filling him with a warm sense of contentment. He stretched, feeling more relaxed and at peace than he had in a long time. CV lay beside him, her breathing soft and even. He smiled, grateful for the bond they had forged.
As he reached for his phone on the bedside table, a notification pinged, breaking the morning silence. He frowned, expecting another mundane message, but this one was different.
**Notification: A strange update has been detected.**
Curious, Alex tapped on the notification. It wasn't part of the usual updates he received from the wish crystal. As he read the message, a chill ran down his spine. He looked over at CV, still asleep, and felt a strange sense of foreboding.
He decided to investigate further and stood up quietly, not wanting to disturb her. He left the room and walked to the common area of the hostel, the early morning quiet adding to the eeriness. Sitting on the couch, he focused on the notification again. Suddenly, his vision blurred, and he felt himself being pulled into another realm.
He found himself standing in a vast, white expanse. The sheer emptiness was disorienting. In the middle of this void, the wish crystal hovered before him, glowing with an intense light. Alex felt a mixture of awe and trepidation. He stepped closer, and another notification appeared, floating in the air.
**Notification: You have been chosen to become the God of Wishes, the strongest God. With the power to grant others' wishes, you can control imagination and make it reality. However, to fully control this power, you need to gain experience. Hard work will be required to become the true strongest God. Until then, you can only grant wishes.**
Alex's mind raced. The weight of this revelation was almost too much to bear. He thought of his journey so far, the battles fought, the allies made, and the love he had found in CV. This new responsibility felt monumental.
He took a deep breath and clicked "Yes."
A surge of energy exploded from the crystal, engulfing him. "Ahhhhh!" he screamed as he was overwhelmed by the sheer force of it, collapsing into unconsciousness.
When Alex woke up, he was back in his hostel room, his body drenched in sweat. His phone was buzzing incessantly on the bedside table. He grabbed it, his hands trembling, and saw a flood of notifications providing detailed information about his new identity and powers. He read through them, his eyes widening with each new piece of information.
He learned that as the God of Wishes, he could grant others' wishes, control imagination, and make it reality. However, to fully master these powers, he needed to gain experience. The idea of becoming the strongest God wasn't instantaneous; it required dedication and hard work. Until then, he would only be able to grant wishes.
Alex pondered this new role. The responsibility was immense, and he knew he had to use his powers wisely. He decided he would grant one wish every day to someone who worshipped him. This way, he could gain the experience needed and ensure he didn't abuse his newfound power.
Meanwhile, on Earth, everything seemed unchanged. Life in the hostel continued as usual, with students going about their routines. However, in another world, the announcement of a new god—the God of Wishes—echoed through the air. The inhabitants of this world heard a divine voice proclaiming Alex's new role.
Alex knew his journey had taken a monumental turn. He looked at CV, who was now waking up, her eyes meeting his with concern.
"Are you okay?" she asked, sensing his turmoil.
He smiled reassuringly. "Yes, I am. I just… I have something incredible to tell you."
As he began to explain the latest development, he felt a sense of determination settle over him. His journey was far from over, and the path ahead was filled with challenges. But with CV by his side and the support of his friends and family, he felt ready to face whatever lay ahead.
Together, they would continue their quest for the World Fragments, united in purpose and strengthened by love. Alex knew that the trials he faced would shape him into the god he was destined to become.
**To be continued...**