Jon woke up from sleep, his body still humming with the strange energy inside him.
The hunger wasn't physical
It was Something deeper
He exhaled slowly.
"...So This is a Black Tiger body."
DING!
Jon Smiled. He already recognized the sound.
SYSTEM MAIN QUEST UNLOCKED
Quest Tittle:Rise of the Black Tiger
Quest Type: Main Quest Long-term
Quest Rank:SSS
Objective:
Discover your place within the Black Tiger Bloodline.
Awaken your true Black Tiger core.
Establish your Initial standing within the Black Tiger hierarchy.
Final Goal:
Become eligible to challenge for Bloodline Succession.
Rewards:
1+Bloodline Enhancement crystal
Skill: Tiger's Dominance Aura
Passive Talent: predator's Intuition
Failure Penalty:
Permanent wakening of black tiger physiology.
Degradation of Bloodline purity.
Jon looked surprise
"... Succession? I just got here
"Where Exactly am l ?"
WORLD INFORMATION UNLOCKED
Realm:Aetherion
Governed by: Bloodlines
Major Factions:25 Bloodlines
Population Restriction:Only Bloodline may own land,position or wealth
Non-Noble Bloodline: Serve
So this is definitely not Earth
Jon said.
"How do find the Black Tiger family?"
His thoughts were interrupted by rustle of leaves.
Quickly Jon turned his head eyes narrowing.
Something was through the forest.
APPROACHING PRESENCE DETECTED
Species: Bloodline
Bloodline: Black Tiger
Combat Capability: Minor threat
Intent: Neutral to Curious
Status:Low purity
"...One of mine."
That was a relief.
"But why is his purity low?" Jon Asked.
EXPLANATION
Subject possesses Black Tiger Bloodline of low purity. This category includes scouts, messengers or servant-class members, not elite warriors.
Branches parted, and a young lady, light in complexion,she had a black hair, golden eyes and faint tiger stripes around her neck, she wore a short skirt that barely reached her upper thighs and a bra-like blouse.
She looked around cautiously before seeing Jon.
Their eyes met.
"Who are you? Why are you in the Shadowed Forest?"
Her tone wasn't aggressive but it wasn't welcoming either.
Jon didn't answered he examined her carefully.
Unlike Jon she doesn't have the aura of someone that can transform fully. Her bloodline was definitely weaker.
Jon spoke calmly.
"I'am a member of the Black Tiger Bloodline."
She froze
Then laughed
"You? A Black Tiger Elite Don't joke with me."
Jon responded I never said I was an elite.
That seemed to confused her even more.
"Then who are you? I don't recognize you.
Every core member is registered."
Jon hesitated. He couldn't explain reincarnation.
SYSTEM SUGGESTION
use partial transformation to establish authority.
He didn't know why the system was helping him.
For now he does not have much choice.
Jon raised his hands slowly and focused on the energy in his skin.
His fingernails got longer.
Dark stripes appeared on his skin.
The young lady was surprised
"T…That Aura! You're a high purity member?!"
The lady immediately bowed her head.
"My apologies! I didn't know! please forgive my disrespect"
Jon studied her silently.
So authority work like that.
Power dictated respect instantly.
Raise your head Jon said.
She obeyed.
"What's your name?" He asked
"Riya. Scout of the Black Tiger outer Division"
She paused swallowing nervously.
"May l know your name sir"
Jon considered laying but then system.
IDENTITY RETRIEVAL COMPLETE
Name of Body: Jon Blackthorn
Age:19
Bloodline: Black Tiger
Status: High purity
Position: Missing member
Record: Presumed dead 3 months ago
Jon blinked.
"Blackthorn… so that's who I am now."
He looked at Riya.
"My name is Jon Blackthorn."
Riya's face drained of colour.
"No way… you're are that Jon? The one who disappeared 3 months ago?"
So the original body had died
And he had taken it's place.
I must be careful.
Jon said in his thoughts.
Riya stared at him with surprise and fear
"We thought you were dead! The elders will be shocked when they hear this.
"Then take me to them"
Jon said with a calm smile.
Riya nodded quickly.
"Yes Sir! The main compound isn't far from here."
Jon followed her as they moved through the forest.
Towering statues of giant tigers stood at the entrance of the territory.
As they approach Riya spoke softly.
"Master Jon the Black Tiger Bloodline has changed while you were gone.
Jon raised an eyebrow
"Explain."
Riya hesitated before whispering
"The Elders are divided. Some families want to strengthen us. Others want to betray us. And…"
She swallowed.
"...the counsel has been watching us closely.They believe we are getting weak.
Jon slowed his steps.
So the black tiger bloodline was on the blink of collapse, he thought.
MAIN QUEST UPDATED
New objective added:
Stabilize the Black Tiger Bloodline before the council intervenes.
Jon exhaled sharply
As they reached to the massive black gates of the Black Tiger mansion, Riya turned… are you ready?.
He gave a dangerous smile.
"I have never been more ready."
The gates open.