Ayan returned home, exhausted but determined. He closed the door behind him and leaned against it, letting out a deep breath.
The fight with the rival still echoed in his mind. He had survived, but barely. One thing was clear: he needed to train.
[System Notification]
New Quest Available: Shadow Training – Level Up
Objective:
Master Shadow Step – Level 3
Unlock Shadow Kick
Reward: 150 Power Points
Ayan nodded. "Let's do this."
He concentrated, feeling the faint glow of his Shadow Step skill in his veins. The room around him seemed to shift, shadows stretching unnaturally as if responding to his will.
[Skill Activation: Shadow Step – Level 3]
He teleported from one corner of the room to another, faster each time. Sweat dripped from his brow, but he pushed on.
Next, he tried the new move: Shadow Kick.
He leapt into the air.
Energy surged around his leg.
The kick slammed into a mirror, sending shards flying.
[System Update]
Shadow Step – Level 3: Mastered
Shadow Kick – Level 1: Ready
Power Points Earned: 150
Ayan sat down, breathing heavily. His body ached, but his mind felt sharper.
He could feel the system responding faster, giving him suggestions before he even acted.
[System Message]
"Warning: Rival presence nearby will increase in frequency. Prepare for confrontation."
Ayan clenched his fists. "I'm ready. No more running."
Outside, the shadows of the city lengthened, stretching into the night. And somewhere, his rival was already planning the next move.
To Be Continued…