Progression
It was already dusk when Julian returned home. Every step was an odyssey for him, dragging his feet as he swayed from side to side like a zombie. He crossed the hallway, completely ignoring his family, until he entered his room and collapsed like a lifeless doll onto the bed.
Today's hellish training had pushed him beyond his physical and mental limits. He only managed to complete the entire routine thanks to the [Training Mode], which forced him to keep exercising even when his body no longer obeyed him, on the verge of collapse.
It had been extremely hard, but the results were worth it.
⟦ Congratulations! The user has completed their first hellish training session. ⟧
⟦ Results are greatly enhanced thanks to Coach Kim Yura's abilities. ⟧
⟦ +1 Charm, +1 Physical Condition, +2 Willpower. ⟧
⟦ The user has lost 6 pounds (2.7kg). ⟧
⟦ The user will be fully recovered for another session tomorrow. ⟧
Julian read these notifications with great satisfaction on his exhausted face. These results were absurd, considering it had only been a single training session. Yura had been modest when she set the goal of helping him lose weight in a month. At this rate, if he kept training every day, he could reach his goal in just one or two weeks.
*She's a crazy fitness addict, but it's not so bad being her student* He reflected as his body began to relax a little.
Though the pain still coursed through every muscle, he was beginning to see the benefits of having someone like Yura train him. If he continued under her guidance, not only would he lose weight, but he could also transform his body into that of a true Greek god.
However, Julian couldn't fully trust her. He had good reasons for that. Yura had linked him to her system, making him her 'student.' Julian suspected this had hidden advantages for her, giving her a dominant role as 'coach'. Perhaps she could control or manipulate her students, which explained why she was so willing to train him. *It wouldn't be impossible for her to have a 'domestication' feature or something like that.*
Systems were powerful, without a doubt. Though he didn't fully understand where they came from or how they worked, Julian was aware that their reach was limitless. For a system, the laws of reality seemed not to exist, giving its bearer an almost infinite range of possibilities.
Julian sighed, finally pushing those thoughts aside. There was no point in worrying about what he couldn't control. Besides, he trusted his own abilities and already had some ideas on how to handle Yura...
"System, show my information" He ordered into the air.
╔═══⟦ ◈ JULIAN CROSS ◈ ⟧═══╗
➣ Level: 3
➣ Destiny Rank: Ill-fated (★☆☆☆☆☆☆)
➣ Luck Points (LP): 61
➣ Occupation: Nerdy student.
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➣ Body Type: Overweight
⤷ Height: 5 ft 11 in (1.82 m)
⤷ Weight: 210 lb (95 kg)
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➣ Stats:
⤷ Charm: 3
⤷ Intelligence: 7
⤷ Willpower: 7
⤷ Physical Condition: 3
⤷ Wealth: 2
⤷ Status: 2
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➣ System Services:
⤷ [ ✦ Luck Roulette ✦ ] (Rank 1)
⤷ [ ✦ Achievement System ✦ ]
⤷ [ ✦ Skill Shop ✦ ] (New!)
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➣ Inventory:
Roulette Tickets x20
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"Alright. Let's check out the shop."
With a brief flicker, a new floating window appeared, showing various categories and available skills. Some were expensive, beyond his reach for now, but there were options he could afford.
╔════ ✧✦ ⟦ SHOP ⟧ ✦✧ ════╗
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➣ [ Luck Dice ] (★★☆☆☆☆☆)
Every day, the user can summon a mystical die that concentrates their luck energy. The number rolled determines how their luck will change for the rest of the day.
1 = Terrible (-50%)
2 = Bad (-25%)
3 = Neutral (no effect)
4 = Good (+25%)
5 = Notable (+50%)
6 = Excellent (+75%)
Cost: 30LP
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➣ [ Probability Vision ] (★★★☆☆☆☆)
The user can see the exact probabilities of upcoming events. This skill allows them to foresee phenomena and calculate the most convenient decision, from simple actions like flipping a coin to complex choices like investing money or attempting a dangerous task.
Limit: The ability doesn't guarantee success, it only reveals the probabilities behind each option. The user is still responsible for choosing the right path. This skill causes significant mental strain, with the user able to endure one minute per Willpower point.
Cost: 60LP
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➣ [ Forced Luck Boost ] (★☆☆☆☆☆☆)
This skill uses LP as fuel to temporarily enhance the user's luck for one minute. The amount of luck increases by 2% for each point invested.
Cost: 20LP
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➣ [ Luck Parasite Upgrade ] (★★☆☆☆☆☆)
Increases the amount of LP the user can steal using this skill. Additionally, the user can absorb luck through physical contact, making the process more efficient.
Cost: 40LP
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➣ [ Rewritten Fate ] (★★★★★★☆)
An extremely powerful ability that allows the user to rewrite a small event from the recent past. The user can change the outcome of a failed action or correct a mistake they made within the last 24 hours, altering the course of destiny in their favor.Usage: The user must be extremely precise about what moment they wish to change, as alterations in time can have a chain effect. Additionally, this skill cannot be used consecutively and requires a long cooldown period.
Cost: 5,000LP
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Even the weaker skills had enormous utility. Julian didn't know which to buy first. It took him a long time to decide before finally settling on the option with the most potential: [Probability Vision].
*If I use this skill wisely, getting whatever I want will be so much easier…* Julian's eyes gleamed at the incredible possibilities. *Hehehe. I should go see my stepmother after resting a bit. I haven't properly greeted her yet…*
⟦ The user has purchased the skill "Probability Vision." ⟧
⟦ Luck Points: 61 → 1 ⟧