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Chapter 22 - Excitement and Sorting Plans – A Path Toward Control

The moonlight poured through the large windows of Kieran's quarters, casting a soft glow on the walls. But inside, the air was charged with an electrifying intensity. The Unlimited Mana he had drawn from the System was still a fresh sensation, and the possibilities were vast—too vast for him to truly grasp all at once. His mind buzzed, racing with ideas, plans, and strategies. The excitement from his newfound power hadn't yet worn off, but it was quickly being replaced by a more strategic kind of energy.

As he sat at his desk, surrounded by the eerie hum of magical runes and the lingering glow of his previous spells, Kieran knew that this power couldn't be wasted. He couldn't just blindly throw himself into the world with such overwhelming strength. Patience—he would need to use patience and care. Now that he had the power to make any move, the art was in making the right move.

The Organization: The First Step

The most immediate thought was his underground organization. Kieran had always dreamed of having a group that would carry out his will—his secret forces, working from the shadows. But now, with unlimited mana and an array of powerful abilities, he could build it faster than he had ever imagined.

He would need to start recruiting. The System had already granted him a powerful skill in stealth—Eclipse of the Unseen—and with it, he could easily operate in the shadows. But recruitment wasn't just about finding people who were powerful—it was about finding those who had the potential to be forgotten or cursed, those who were discarded by society or pushed to the edge. This was the essence of his underground organization—bringing together those who had been forsaken.

Kieran knew that in order to do this, he would need to carefully select each individual, ensuring they had the potential to grow, to become a part of his master plan.

Focusing on What's Next

There were other things he needed to consider. His plan wasn't just about recruitment. It was also about secrecy and control. He couldn't afford to allow anyone to know of his true power, his true intentions. The world would remain oblivious to the fact that the young, unassuming boy attending the Magic Academy was actually a force of unimaginable power, pulling the strings from behind the scenes.

The idea of staying normal in the eyes of the public, while secretly controlling the world, thrilled Kieran. It was the perfect combination: invincible, yet undetected.

He also needed to expand his knowledge of the world. To build his organization and further his plans, Kieran would have to interact with different factions—noble houses, commoners, mages, and other powerful figures. Information was everything. The more he knew, the more influence he would have.

The Path Ahead: A Silent Journey

His thoughts began to take shape, one after another. His plan to build the organization was the primary goal, but before he could start recruiting, there were a few other matters he needed to address.

1. Scouting and Information Gathering:With unlimited mana, Kieran could easily infiltrate areas, find hidden information, and take action from the shadows. He'd start by gathering intel on the local factions, finding out which groups were connected to the Magic Academy, and identifying those who could be potential allies or enemies.

2. Recruitment Strategy:Kieran needed to focus on those who had the potential to become powerful but were otherwise overlooked. This meant seeking out orphans, mistreated children, and cursed individuals—those who had been abandoned by the world but who, deep inside, held great power. The System would help him identify their potential, but he would have to conduct the initial recruitment with caution.

3. Preparing for the Future:Once he had enough power in his organization, Kieran could begin shaping the political landscape. His first goal was to gain access to the higher circles of society. The Magic Academy exam, scheduled to begin tomorrow, would be the perfect place to start. As students of the Academy, his recruits would be able to learn in the shadows, while remaining undetected from the public eye.

They would appear as regular students, while in reality, they would be the hidden hands that moved behind the curtains, carrying out his will in silence. The world would remain unaware of the true purpose of their existence.

The Infinite Potential of Mana

His mind flicked back to the feeling of infinite mana flowing through him. He could already feel it again, like a vast ocean of energy at his command. This was not just power—it was influence, the very lifeblood of his plans.

With unlimited mana, Kieran could create barriers, weave complex spells, summon unimaginable weapons, and strengthen his body in ways that others could only dream of. He could keep his organization hidden from the strongest mages and the most powerful factions. But even more importantly, he could push the limits of magic itself, manipulating the world without ever revealing his true identity.

The possibilities were endless.

Feeling the Weight of Control

As Kieran sat at his desk, his fingers lightly tracing the edge of a nearby mana crystal, he couldn't help but reflect on his next steps. The excitement from his power had already evolved into something deeper—something more focused. The power he wielded now was overwhelming, but what would come next?

He could feel the weight of control, the quiet responsibility that came with it. Every action he took from now on would matter. He would have to be careful. He would have to be smart. But he also had the luxury of time—infinite mana, after all, meant he could never truly be drained, could never truly run out of energy.

He could afford to take his time, plan every move meticulously, and ensure that everything unfolded exactly as he wanted. The world was a game of chess, and Kieran was the master strategist.

The First Steps of Recruitment

Kieran smiled as he stood up from his desk. He had decided—he would make his first move tomorrow. He would go outside the academy grounds, under the cover of night, to scout and recruit. Using his invisibility skill, he would find those who had the potential to become part of his organization.

And perhaps, if he was lucky, he would find someone worthy to be his first recruit.

A Future of Endless Control

His path was clear now. Kieran had the tools to shape the future, and he had the vision to see beyond the horizon. The world had no idea who he truly was, nor what he was about to unleash. The Magic Academy, with all its noble houses and powerful factions, would soon come to realize that the boy they had dismissed as just another ordinary student was anything but.

Kieran was no longer just Kieran—he was the one who would control it all. And he would remain hidden, manipulating the strings of power from the shadows.

With his infinite mana, he could take over the world, one step at a time. And with his underground organization, no one would ever know the true scope of his influence.

Systems message

When he was immersed in his thoughts the systems voice resounded through his mind. He looked up...

[Turning point discovered]

[Major decision required]

[Description: You have decided to build your own empire and control the world behind the scenes. But to build your own underground empire and stay hidden, you have to appear as a normal mob among the outside world]

[Decision required: remove your high profile memory from others permanently and become a mob ow-key character among the outside world]

[Y/N]

[Note: if you choose no, your powers will be taken back]

Kieran was stunned. Then he murmured "Is there any need to think.. obviously choose yes"

[Executing ....]

A cod breeze flew through everyone's mind whoever has come in contact with Kieran. Something basic changed everywhere, as if the most basic fabric of reality changed. Everyone forgot about Kieran's high key profile. the result of magic academy changed, everything changed.

Now the journey begin for Kieran, a journey of invincibility.....

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