CHAPTER 10 — UNSEALING THE GODSLAYER
The next morning, Cedric trained alone at dawn.
His punches shattered the air.
His Pulse Step carved waves into the ground.
But it wasn't enough.
He needed more.
The system opened a new menu.
[ DIVINE CORE — SEALED 99% ]
Do you wish to unlock 1%?
Warning: The process is extremely painful.
Proceed? Y/N
Cedric didn't hesitate.
"YES."
His heart exploded with fire.
He fell to his knees, screaming as divine power tore through his veins.
Arhenos appeared behind him in spirit form.
"Endure, Cedric! Only the chosen may awaken the Godslayer Core!"
Cedric felt like his blood was boiling.
His bones cracked —
then reforged.
Then cracked again.
He roared into the sunrise.
"AAAAARGH!"
Finally—
A surge of energy burst from his body.
Blue and gold lightning exploded across the training field.
The system chimed.
[ DIVINE CORE: 1% UNSEALED ]
[ NEW SKILL AWAKENED ]
Skill: **CELESTIAL DEVOUR**
Description: Allows absorption of divine energy, god fragments, and god-kin abilities.
Warning: High risk of losing control.
Cedric stood slowly, panting.
He looked at his hands — now glowing faintly with divine flame.
"Arhenos," Cedric whispered, "I'm ready."
Arhenos's voice echoed with pride.
"Then prepare, Cedric Feraldo…"
"Aztarion's herald has already stepped into Manila."
Cedric's eyes turned sharp and cold.
The Broken Boy was gone.
The Godslayer had risen.
End of Chapter 10