Seth and Andrea sat in their academy room, surrounded by piles of ancient texts and scrolls they had painstakingly deciphered from the Zorvath ruins. The excitement was palpable, but uncertainty lingered. They had uncovered the forgotten history of Juan Miguel, the guardian of Abyssia, and the mysterious Rite of Eternal Guardianship, yet they struggled to figure out how to reveal such incredible knowledge without risking the wrath of those who would want to keep these secrets hidden.
As the weight of their discovery hung in the air, the Celestial Nexus System suddenly appeared before Sebastian, its radiant interface materializing as if summoned by his thoughts. The screen flickered with brilliant energy, its design a blend of flowing constellations and intricate cosmic patterns, a visual representation of the limitless knowledge Juan Miguel had once absorbed. Each piece of information was stored and categorized in a clear, almost divine structure.
Seth's eyes widened.
Before him, the system presented a list of Juan Miguel's most overpowered abilities. A series of symbols, each representing a divine skill, filled the screen in a glowing cascade. He could hardly believe the extent of Juan Miguel's power, and for a moment, the realization hit him: the sheer magnitude of what he had unlocked was more than just historical knowledge. It was a legacy, a cosmic inheritance.
His expression turned to shock as he read through the abilities displayed:
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Celestial Nexus System: Abilities of Juan Miguel
1. Celestial Nexus/(???) (Original Ability)
Allows the user to learn and catalog any skill, ability, or knowledge—forming the core of the Celestial Nexus System.
2. Fate sense/(???)
Grants visions of possible futures, sense the fate of those around him or allow the user to anticipate critical events before they happen.
3. Transcendent Strength/(???)
Physical strength beyond mortal or guardian limits, able to perform feats of unimaginable power.
4. Absolute Speed/(???)
Faster than light, moving with unmatched swiftness in combat or travel.
5. Celestial Endurance/(???)
Endurance that defies the limits of time and pain, enduring extreme conditions without weakening.
6. Mastery of the Elements /(???)
Unmatched control over fire, water, earth, air, light, and shadow, bending nature itself to the user's will.
7. Aetheric Manipulation/(???)
Control over raw aether energy, usable for offensive, defensive, or restorative purposes.
8. Spatial Distortion/(???)
Manipulation of space itself, allowing teleportation, creation of pocket dimensions, and altering the space-time continuum.
9. Temporal Stasis/(???)
Freezing time in localized areas, creating moments where only the user remains active.
10. Creation & Destruction/(???)
The power to create or annihilate entire realms, reshaping reality as needed.
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Andrea, noticing his stunned expression, tilted her head.
Before he could answer, Professor Lewis entered the room, a briefcase in hand, his usual calm demeanor exuding authority.
"Today, we dive into the fall of Ignis, the homeland of dragons, and its takeover by the monstrous hordes." His words hung in the air like a heavy weight.
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Andrea's emotions boiled over. Her eyes flared with fury, and before Seth could even react, a surge of fire magic erupted from her, scorching the table in front of them. She stood, her fists clenched, eyes blazing.
Without a word, Andrea stormed out of the room, flames still flickering dangerously around her.
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Seth turned to the professor, an apologetic look on his face. "Sorry, Professor... she's not in the mood today," he said, attempting to diffuse the situation.
Professor Lewis gave him an understanding nod. "I see. Follow her, Sebastian. She needs someone."
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Seth hurried after Andrea, catching up with her just as she exited into the hallway, still fuming. He grabbed her arm gently but firmly, stopping her in her tracks.
"Andrea, you need to calm down," he said quietly, his voice filled with concern.
For a long moment, Andrea didn't respond, the fire magic in her hands flickering in subdued bursts. Slowly, her rage began to subside, and she took deep, steadying breaths.
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Suddenly, Seth felt it. His new ability, Fate Sense, activated without warning. A sensation washed over him, a tug at the threads of fate itself. His gaze shifted, and his eyes narrowed in focus.
He sensed a presence—someone whose fate was intertwined with his own.
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The feeling was almost identical to the connection he had with Andrea. When he first met her, he had felt that invisible bond tying their fates together, as if their lives were meant to intertwine. But this time, it wasn't Luna—someone else was now connected to him, their destinies intertwined by some invisible force.
It was a strange but undeniable pull, like a thread tied around his chest, linking him to this unknown figure. He couldn't explain how he knew, but the sensation was as clear and strong as his bond with Luna. Whoever this person was, they were destined to cross his path.
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Andrea walked silently beside him, still processing everything, but Seth's attention was drawn elsewhere now—toward the source of the strange pull. His mind raced, wondering who this person could be and why their fates were tied together.
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End of Chapter 8