As Leo retraced his steps back to his room, the protagonist along with the other three key members of the cast made their way to an alternative training ground. They entered a secluded facility designed specifically for intense training sessions, where they could push their boundaries without distractions.
***Kevin Dover's Perspective***
*Status Report:*
- **Name:** Kevin Dover
- **Class:** Yin Yang Swordsman
- **Strength:** D-
- **Agility:** D-
- **Mana:** D+
- **Affinity:** Light and Darkness
- **Blessing:** Yin Yang Harmony
*System Overview:*
- **Objectives:** Meet the Child of Void and befriend him
- **Rewards:** +1 to any stat of your choice
- **Time Limit:** One month
- **Penalty:** Catastrophic world destruction
As Kevin gazed at his status and contemplated the informational interface of his system, a wave of frustration washed over him. He couldn't help but exclaim, "I should have stayed and observed the other students!" His hesitation to engage with the situation had driven him away too soon, and now the weight of his predicament sank in. "How am I ever going to locate the Child of Void?" he wondered, a tinge of worry creeping into his thoughts.
*The system chimed in,* "Host, the Child of Void is endowed with an unquantifiable blessing, so if there's anyone who can stand toe-to-toe with you, it's likely him."
"Oh, you make a valid point, System!" he said, a hint of newfound optimism brightening his expression. "But do you think the Child of Void is also a reincarnator?"
*The system responded,* "I lack the ability to ascertain that due to the protective nature of the void."
Kevin furrowed his brow, skepticism evident on his face. "Is the void stronger than the cosmos? You previously indicated that your power rivaled that of the cosmos."
*Answering him patiently,* "No, Host. The strengths of the void and cosmos are on par, but the cosmos distributes its strength among its numerous blessed individuals. Conversely, the void has but a single inheritor and ruler—the Child who has been confined in the void since the dawn of time."
"Wow, so he's basically a trillion years old?" Kevin exclaimed, awe creeping into his voice.
*The system replied,* "Not necessarily, Host. He may be younger than you because time as we understand it does not exist there."
"Eh? How does that even make sense?" Kevin inquired, scratching his head in confusion.
*The system gently explained,* "That is simply how the world functions, Host."
"Alright, alright, but what about heaven? Is that a separate entity?" Kevin asked, his curiosity piqued.
*The system informed him,* "No, heaven is a part of the cosmos."
"Oh, that's new information!" Kevin exclaimed, his mind racing with possibilities.
"Anyways," he continued, "you mentioned that the Child of Void is kind of a battle junkie, right? I really need to ramp up my training or else I'll end up on the losing side of a duel!" He forced a bittersweet smile, knowing that his skills needed improvement.
*"Yes, Host,"* the system affirmed.
"But I'm curious—why is it so crucial for us to befriend the Child of Void?" Kevin pressed further.
*"Because the cosmos is currently embroiled in a war,"* the system replied, its tone noticeably shifting as it exhibited its first semblance of emotion.
*"The void has vanished from existence and merged with its ruler, which is why it is imperative that we locate and befriend him. Only together can we confront this formidable enemy."*
"Who exactly is our enemy in this conflict?" Kevin asked, already having some inkling about the ongoing war.
Initially taken aback by the gravity of the situation, Kevin quickly recalibrated his thoughts. He reflected on the idea that a mere year in this realm equated to just an hour in the higher realm, alleviating his worries about the time he had to grow stronger.
*"The celestials,"* the system stated grimly. *"Initially, they were the third seer in the entirety of existence, bridging the realms of beginning and end."* The system paused momentarily, gathering its thoughts.
*"But then, out of nowhere, they declared war, vowing to conquer the remaining two seers."*
Kevin felt the weight of the revelation settle around him, as the implications of this struggle became increasingly clear. "So this battle is known as..." he prompted, anticipation hanging in the air like a thick fog, eager to uncover the name behind this monumental conflict.