章節 11: Veiled Visions and Fateful Encounters

[STATUS SCREEN]

Name: Ebuka Olayinka

Rank: 50 (Africa)

Level: 10 (peak)

Physical Power: 5 (peak) (+3 after evolution)

Elemental Power: 10 (peak) (+10 after evolution)

Weapon: Golden Staff {GRADE: Uncommon}

Skills: Staff Techniques, Wushu, Bojutsu

Ability: Cosmic Manipulation (1/10 skills unlocked)

- Spatial Rifts

- [Skill 1] [LOCKED]

- [Skill 2] [LOCKED]

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[AUTHOR: Evolution happens after 10 levels: [ 1-10, 11-20, 21-30, 31-40].

Evolution happens after 20 levels: [41-60, 61-80, 81-100].

Levels become void after reaching 100 and evolution will be based on physical and elemental power]

With the numerous battles, mana absorption, and accumulation of experience, Ebuka's power and skills have undergone significant growth.

His Physical Power has increased, reflecting his enhanced physical prowess and combat abilities.

Moreover, the absorption of mana from the portals and defeated monsters has greatly augmented Ebuka's Elemental Power.

The influx of elemental energy has heightened his command over various elements, granting him immense versatility and destructive potential in combat.

Ebuka now wields a Golden Staff, a superior weapon compared to his previous makeshift staff.

This sturdier and more refined weapon enhances the impact and precision of his staff techniques, allowing him to unleash devastating strikes against his adversaries.

Additionally, his Cosmic Manipulation ability has unlocked the use of Spatial Rifts, granting him the power to manipulate space itself.

The specific details and capabilities of his other unlocked skills are yet to be revealed, as they remain shrouded in mystery.

With his increased Level, upgraded Physical Power, heightened Elemental Power, and a new weapon, Ebuka stands poised to face even greater challenges and foes as he continues his journey through the realms of power and exploration.

Ebuka Olayinka had emerged from the depths of the second portal, his body covered in dirt and sweat, his spirit filled with the thrill of battle.

Yet, as he ventured deeper into the heart of Okumu Forest Reserve, his search for more portals proved fruitless.

Days turned into nights, and hope began to wane. It was time to leave this forest behind.

Unbeknownst to him, tragedy had befallen his brother Emeka while he delved into the realm of monsters.

The news of Emeka's fate had yet to reach Ebuka, for his network remained forgotten and neglected, a victim of his single-minded pursuit.

Leaving the forest behind, Ebuka found himself standing amidst the bustling chaos of a bus park.

His ragged attire, torn and tattered from countless battles, marked him as a stranger in this world.

His spare clothes, once neatly folded, had been reduced to shreds, leaving him with naught but a dishevelled appearance.

As he surveyed the scene, his gaze fell upon a bus, its conductor boisterously announcing, "Ondo State! Ondo State! Hold your change oooo!"

The allure of the second-largest forest reserve in Nigeria beckoned him.

With a glimmer of hope, he joined the queue, determined to reach his next destination.

But as fate would have it, when it was Ebuka's turn to pay the fare, he realized with a sinking feeling that he had no money left.

The conductor eyed him suspiciously, taking in his dishevelled appearance, in ragged attire, he looked like a madman, an outcast from society and lack of funds.

In the colourful and vibrant pidgin language of Nigeria, the following conversation unfolded:

Conductor: "Oga, you no get money? How you go enter bus come no get money?" (Sir, you don't have money. How can you board a bus without money?)

Ebuka: "Bros, abeg manage me small, I go pay when we reach destination." (Brother, please bear with me, I will pay when we reach our destination.)

"E be like say you don dey craze for head"[ Looks like you have a mental problem], said the conductor.

The exchange escalated into a heated conflict, both parties refusing to back down.

Ebuka's frustration mingled with desperation, as he pleaded for understanding.

The conductor's patience wore thin, his voice rising with each passing moment.

A tense standoff ensued between Ebuka and the bus conductor, their voices rising in a clash of wills.

The surrounding passengers watched with a mixture of curiosity and amusement; their eyes glued to the unfolding drama.

And there, at the precipice of a journey to a new destination, Ebuka's fate hung in the balance.

Would he find a way to convince the skeptical conductor to let him aboard? Or would this roadblock divert his path towards an unexpected turn of events?

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As the dramatic confrontation between Ebuka and the bus conductor reached its peak, a new figure emerged from the crowd.

Aduke Akande, a young woman of 19 years, stepped forward with an air of confidence and determination.

Her backstory unfolded like a hidden treasure waiting to be discovered.

Aduke had obtained her system and with it, a unique ability known as "Personal Clairvoyance".

This extraordinary power allowed her to peer into the future and gain glimpses of events yet to unfold.

Only drawback was that the future had to be related to hers.

Through her clairvoyance, she could navigate the complex web of possibilities and make informed decisions.

[STATUS SCREEN]

Name: Aduke Akande

Rank: 120,000th

Level: N/A

Physical Power: 0.7

Elemental Power: 10 (Peak of Level 1-10)

Ability: Personal Clairvoyance (1/1 skill unlocked)

Seeking purpose and belonging, Aduke joined the African Fighter Union, captivated by the potential of her ability.

During her trial at the union, she explained her power, but the leaders dismissed it as useless unless she became their leader.

Fearing a threat to their own positions, they labelled her power as the most useless and imposed a ban on its utilization.

Despite protests from several individuals, their voices were swiftly silenced, crushed under the weight of unknown forces, possibly orchestrated by the union itself.

From that point onward, Aduke's life took a downward spiral.

She lost her job, faced eviction from her landlord for no apparent reason, and found herself isolated and shunned by society.

Weeks later, with nowhere else to turn, she made the decision to return to her village in Ondo State, wearing a face mask to conceal her identity and avoid recognition.

Arriving at the bus park, Aduke joined the queue for a bus bound for Ondo State.

Her curiosity piqued when she noticed the heated argument between the conductor and a passenger pleading for fare.

It struck her as odd that almost everyone, except people like her, had access to money through the system by completing tasks issued by the union or selling monster parts.

Intrigued, she decided to use her power to see the consequences of intervening on behalf of the passenger.

Summoning her unique ability,

[Personal Clairvoyance]

[Choose a target]

She glanced at the young man silently and chose him.

The world around her shifted, revealing a breath-taking scene beyond her wildest imagination.

Her eyes transformed into translucent indigo orbs, shimmering with ethereal energy as her vision pierced through the fabric of reality.

Before her eyes, a vivid panorama unfolded, painting a picture of awe-inspiring beauty and grandeur.

She found herself inexplicably transported to a realm that transcended the boundaries of her imagination.

As she blinked in disbelief, her eyes widened at the breathtaking sight that unfolded before her.

It was a celestial tapestry, an ethereal fusion of cosmic wonder and earthly beauty.

Gone were the confines of her familiar world; instead, she stood on the threshold of an otherworldly paradise.

The air itself seemed to shimmer with an otherworldly glow, as if infused with stardust and the remnants of celestial trails.

It was a place where galactical beings might roam, their presence felt but not yet seen.

Lush, verdant landscapes stretched as far as the eye could see, a verdant sea of life that seemed to pulse with vitality.

The vibrant flora danced in perfect harmony, their petals unfurling in a kaleidoscope of colors that defied earthly conventions.

Extraterrestrial flowers with petals that shimmered like distant stars dotted the landscape, their intoxicating fragrance filling the air with an otherworldly perfume.

Towering trees, ancient and wise, stood like majestic sentinels, their colossal trunks reaching skyward, adorned with celestial vines that intertwined like cosmic tendrils.

These arboreal giants seemed to whisper secrets of the universe, their branches extending towards the heavens as if attempting to touch the realm of the stars.

In the distance, the land rose to meet the heavens with a grandeur that defied comprehension.

Majestic mountains pierced the sky, their colossal forms clad in a majestic cloak of snow.

The peaks, capped with glistening ice crystals, seemed to catch the sunlight in a dazzling display, casting prismatic reflections across the landscape.

As Aduke stood there, a mere mortal in the midst of this celestial symphony, she felt an overwhelming sense of connection.

The land pulsed with a primal energy, an undercurrent that transcended the boundaries of mere earthly existence.

It was as if the very essence of the cosmos flowed through her veins, intertwining her being with the galactical beings that inhabited this awe-inspiring realm.

With each breath she took, she could sense the whispers of distant constellations and the faint echoes of celestial harmonies.

It was a place where the extraordinary became ordinary, where the galactical and the terrestrial coexisted in harmonious unity.

In this surreal oasis, Aduke's senses were heightened, her awareness expanded to embrace the infinite wonders of the cosmos.

She stood there, a witness to the interplay of galactical forces and terrestrial beauty, forever changed by the transcendent experience of this celestial realm.

Amidst the awe-inspiring natural beauty that surrounded her, Aduke's clairvoyant gaze honed in on a figure seated upon an imposing and magnificent throne.

The very essence of divinity seemed to emanate from this regal seat, adorned with intricate carvings and ornate embellishments that spoke of a celestial presence.

Though partially obscured, the figure on the throne exuded an undeniable aura of immense power and authority.

Their presence commanded attention, and the weight of their significance hung in the air.

Aduke could feel a palpable energy radiating from the figure, as if they were a conduit for cosmic forces.

Standing beside the figure on the throne were five other beings, each emanating a distinct pressure and energy that hinted at their celestial origins.

Among them, one caught Aduke's immediate attention—an entity that bore an uncanny resemblance to herself.

The sight sent a shiver down her spine, as it suggested a profound connection to her own future yet to unfold.

In a moment, swift as a flicker, the figure who mirrored Aduke began to wave, radiating an overwhelming sense of happiness and joy.

As Aduke's eyes locked with the gaze of the figure seated upon the throne, a smile slowly formed upon their face, evoking both reassurance and a veil of enigmatic mystery.

It was a smile that seemed to hold secrets and untold wisdom, filling Aduke with a curious blend of comfort and intrigue.

Yet, before she could fully comprehend the depth of this extraordinary vision, the being on the throne gracefully waved their hand, and in an instant, the entire scene dissolved into thin air, leaving Aduke abruptly back in the mundane reality of the bustling bus park.

The remnants of that ethereal encounter lingered within her, imprinting upon her memory like the fading wisps of a dream.

The cosmic revelation she had witnessed held profound implications, a glimpse into a realm where her destiny intertwined with celestial beings and enigmatic powers.

Aduke couldn't help but ponder the meaning of it all, the lingering questions that stirred within her soul, as she resumed her ordinary existence, forever marked by the extraordinary vision that had momentarily transcended the boundaries of time and space.

With her heart racing and her mind brimming with curiosity, Aduke knew that her encounter with the enigmatic figure held profound significance.

Determined to uncover the secrets hidden within her abilities, she resolved to assist the passenger who had captured her attention, setting in motion a journey that would intertwine their destinies in unforeseen ways.

Just as tensions reached their peak, a woman in the queue intervened, her voice laced with fiery determination.

She berated the conductor in pidgin, defending Ebuka's honor and lambasting the unfair treatment he had received.

The dialogue echoed through the bus park, drawing the attention of onlookers.

Woman: "Na wetin you dey talk? You no fit show small mercy? See as you dey insult the young man, na him fault say he no get money?" (What are you saying? Can't you show a little mercy? Look at how you insult the young man, is it his fault that he has no money?)

Conductor: "Madam, abeg no put mouth for this matter. Wetin concern you inside wetin no consign you?" (Madam, please mind your own business. What concern is it of yours?)

Undeterred by the conductor's retort, the woman, whose name was Aduke Akande, took charge of the situation.

She reached into her bag, pulled out some money, and paid Ebuka's fare in full, defying the conductor's authority.

Aduke: "Oga conductor, take this money and allow the young man to travel. No be every time person go suffer, you hear?" (Mr. Conductor, take this money and let the young man travel. Not everyone has to suffer all the time, do you understand?)

Grateful for the unexpected act of kindness, Ebuka expressed his gratitude to Aduke, his voice tinged with relief.

Ebuka: "Ah, thank you o! God go bless you plenty. Abeg, wetin be your name? Make I fit call you when I settle." (Ah, thank you so much! God will bless you abundantly. Please, what is your name? So that I can call you when I settle.)

Aduke responded with a warm smile, declining to provide her contact details but instead making a simple request.

Aduke: "No worry yourself, my brother. Make we sit together for this journey, so we fit talk well." (Don't bother yourself, my brother. Let's sit together during this journey, so we can have a good conversation.)

And so, with a newfound sense of companionship, Ebuka and Aduke took their seats on the bus, their destinies intertwined in the most unexpected of ways.

The engine roared to life, the bus set in motion, and as they embarked on the road to Ondo State, a conversation filled with shared experiences and understanding began to unfold between the two unlikely companions.