Chapter 11 – A New Threat
Kael and Lyria had just recovered from the Level D dungeon when a sudden tremor shook the forest.
> System Alert: High Threat Detected – Unknown Entity
A massive figure emerged from the trees, cloaked in shadows, exuding an aura of pure malice. The Abyss system pulsed violently across Kael's arms, warning him.
—Stay behind me! —Kael shouted to Lyria as he stepped forward, fists glowing with Abyss energy.
The shadow being's eyes glowed crimson, and its voice echoed in Kael's mind:
—You are mine now.
Kael realized this was no ordinary enemy—it was something sentient, powerful, and linked to the Abyss itself.
Chapter 12 – The Abyss Awakens Within
The battle began. Kael's attacks barely scratched the entity. The Abyss system responded, highlighting a new skill.
> Skill Unlocked: Abyss Core (Lv.1)
A surge of dark energy erupted from Kael, his body partially enveloped in black flames. His perception sharpened; he could anticipate enemy movements before they happened.
Lyria chanted a protective spell, amplifying Kael's aura. Together, they managed to push back the creature temporarily, but Kael knew the fight had just begun.
> Level Up: 7
> New Ability Learned: Shadow Armor (Lv.1)
Chapter 13 – Training Beyond Limits
Kael realized he needed more than brute strength. Lyria led him to a hidden sanctuary, a place filled with Abyss energy.
> New Quest: Master Abyss Core
For days, Kael trained relentlessly, pushing his body and mind beyond previous limits. Shadows flowed around him, responding to his will.
> Skill Upgraded: Abyss Edge → Abyss Devastation (Lv.4)
The more Kael used his powers, the more he felt the Abyss calling to him, tempting him with forbidden strength. He resisted—barely—but understood that power came at a cost.
Chapter 14 – First Encounter with a Rival
During a scouting mission, Kael and Lyria encountered another adventurer—male, slightly older, with a cunning smirk.
> Character Detected: Rylan Duskborn, Level Unknown
Rylan challenged Kael immediately, testing his skills. Their fight was intense; Kael's Abyss abilities clashed against Rylan's elemental magic.
> Experience +300
> Level Up: 8
Although Kael held his ground, he realized Rylan was far stronger than anyone he had faced outside dungeons. This encounter would shape his next path.
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Chapter 15 – Secrets of the Ancient Ruins
Following Rylan, Kael discovered ancient ruins hidden in the forest. Strange glyphs covered the walls, resonating with Abyss energy.
> New Quest: Investigate the Ancient Abyss Ruins
The ruins seemed alive, reacting to Kael's presence. A massive glyph glowed, showing visions of previous Abyss wielders, their rise, and fall. Kael felt the weight of destiny pressing on him.
> Skill Learned: Abyss Vision (Lv.1)
Kael and Lyria realized the world held much deeper mysteries, and the Abyss was only the beginning. The real challenge was yet to come.