Chapter 2
I left in search of supplies, searching through a convenience store. Although it was ruined, I found some useful items. As I exited, I sensed something dangerous lurking nearby. Suddenly, a car crashed into the building behind me.
I turned to see a zombie staring at me, its strength evident in the way it had thrown the car. I prepared to strike, but the zombie's speed and power surprised me. I adapted my tactics, realizing its weakness was its head.
After exchanging blows, I landed a precise strike, and the zombie stumbled backward. I coated my body and blade in energy, making my attack more solid. With the zombie off balance, I launched a powerful punch and followed up with precise slashes, targeting its vulnerable spots.
The zombie dissipated into nothingness, its glowing aura fading into darkness. I stood victorious, knowing this encounter was just the beginning of the threats in this new world.
## System Notifications
Congratulations, you have leveled up. You have been assigned unallocated points.
Old notifications:
- Level: 1
- Strength: 17
- Speed: 19
- Intelligence: 87
- Mana: 2
- Combat Power: 125
Notifications:
- Level: 1
- Strength: 25
- Speed: 26
- Intelligence: 100
- Mana: 10
- Combat Power: 161
Unallocated points: 40
My stats must have increased during all the dilemma that occurred,"I wondered."
I decided to allocate all points to mana, recognizing its crucial role in my victory.
SYSTEM NOTIFICATION
Your new stats:
- Level: 2
- Strength: 25
- Speed: 26
- Intelligence: 100
- Mana: 50
- Combat Power: 201
An unknown ability was also unlocked
ADAPTATION##
As I stood there for a moment, contemplating my next move. The unknown ability was intriguing, and I wondered what it could be. I decided to explore my new stats and skills further.
I stood there, focused on trying to understand my unknown ability. As I did, a notification appeared before me.
Systems Notification
Unknown Ability: Adaptation
You can adapt to various conditions, even extreme situations. This ability will allow you to survive in this apocalyptic world.
With this new ability, I began to expand my possibilities and explore new areas. I could tell something was amiss, but I didn't know what it could be, so I moved on.
I secluded myself in a quiet area to spend time training and practicing my ability, including the new adaptation power of mine.
I wanted to master my skills and the potential of my abilities.
I began with physical, pushing my body to its limits. I did some military exercises, testing my boundaries and limitations.
As I trained, I noticed improvements in my abilities. My adaptation power grew stronger, allowing me to push myself further in the extreme conditions.
My training increased my physical stats
New Stats -
Level: 2
- Strength: 25(+4)
- Speed: 26(+5)
- Intelligence: 100(+1)
- Mana: 50(no change)
- Combat Power: 201(+10)
I rested a little to go seek out a new enemy to test my abilities. With my enhanced power, increased stats, and skills, I felt more confident in taking on more formidable foes.
I ventured to a heavily damaged city, where I encountered a group of powerful, mutated creatures. These creatures, some were smaller, larger, smarter, and more aggressive than the ones I had faced before.
I engaged in an intense battle with the creatures, utilizing my adaptation ability to withstand their attacks. My training and practice paid off; I was able to take them(the creatures) down with ease.
After defeating the creatures, I decided to check my system to see how much I have grown at the moment. I could pick other awakeners staring at me from a distance, while hiding. It seems I could sense their aura. I moved further to a point to see if they would follow me. It seems I was right, they are after, so I made a turn to a building.
Are you sure he passed here? "said the female stranger. Yes, he took a turn at this place. The male answered.
Then where is he?, asked the female stranger, confused because it was a dead end.
I made my appearance from nowhere at the male, pointing my short dagger at him from behind. If you moved from where you are, I'm going to leave this dagger in you, same goes for you, either." I said.
I sensed they were afraid, maybe not from my threatening, because this is a new era, they could use their superpower to turn against me. But the reason was the way I defeated all the creatures with ease, and I was emitting a very cold aura
I wanted to understand their aim and goals of spying on me. But, it seems they don't have any reason for doing so, just fortunate to see my fight with the creatures.
I took advantage of the situation and decided to ask questions and gather more information about the awakened coalition before I make a decision. They know nothing much couldn't help it, but move forward.
Hey, they are more survivors than you think," said the lady. You should head north of the city, there is a safe zone where people are. The government military is also there, she concludes.
A monster approached, a powerful one with an intimidating aura for a beast-type monster. I could feel the cold aura running down my spine. My blood is boiling to engage it. The way it seems for me, not the same for the two, cause they were terrified and froze up on their stand.
In the blink of an eye, it closed the distance between us, and we exchanged some hits. In terms of strength, the beast has the upper hand, but I couldn't just give up easily.
Are you okay?" said the lady. I am," replied the boy.
What is this fight? I can't keep up with their speed. We should focus on them and see if we could help any time," said the lady.
I began to move faster by using the aura to lighten my body and strengthen my blade. I could move faster, and my blade also feels lighter and deals more damage, but it's all too shallow for the beast monster. It releases a terrifying scream blasting away at its surroundings. At that moment of scream, I was vulnerable to its attack, my focus distracted from it. It came with a powerful slah with its claw and gave me a direct hit. I stumbled blocks away, couldn't control or stop myself from flying due to the force behind the hit. It's way heavier than anyone has ever been hit by.
System Notification
Adapting to internal damage
It's a powerful slash, and only my clothes got torn apart. I couldn't think of the reason at the moment due to the situation I'm in.
Well, I'm gonna deal with this first. I moved closer at a great speed with some critical slashes at its chest, making it vulnerable. I condensed my mana in my hand to make a ball. I released it at the vulnerable part, sending it away, then went for the final blow, thrusting my weapon to its heart. Feeling exhausted and drained.
I turned towards the two strangers. Thank you," I said. The guy, looking dumbfounded,didn't know what had really happened asked the lady what had happened. Nothing," said the lady".
I moved closer to her. That was your magic earlier?" Yes, she replied. I could have died there. Thanks. You used your ability to reduce the impact of the monster slash earlier, right?. Yes, that's all I could do to assist you in such a fight(the lady).
What's your name?, I asked. Vivian. My name is Vivian." she replied, looking happy and wanting