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**The Abyss Reborn** - *Synopsis*

Darren Kim is an F-Rank Hunter—weak, mocked, and struggling to survive in a world dominated by powerful Awakened warriors. For three years, he's been stuck at the bottom, barely scraping by with his nearly useless ability, "Sense Danger." Constant failures have left him a joke among other hunters, and his self-worth is in shambles.

But everything changes during a routine dungeon raid when Darren faces certain death at the hands of a monstrous creature. At that moment, something deep within him awakens—an ancient and forbidden power from the Abyss. With it comes a surge of dark energy that allows Darren to defeat the seemingly invincible foe, shocking the other hunters who had written him off as weak.

Now wielding the power of the Abyss, Darren finds himself walking a dangerous path. The System warns him of a creeping corruption within him, tied to his new abilities. The more he uses this power, the deeper it pulls him into the darkness, threatening to consume him entirely. 

As Darren struggles to control his newfound strength, he becomes hunted—not only by monsters but also by those who fear the mysterious and dangerous power he now wields. Along the way, he must uncover the truth behind the Abyss and its connection to his Awakening, all while fighting to keep the corruption from devouring his soul.

But Darren quickly learns that true power never comes without a price. Can he master the shadows without losing himself to the darkness, or will the Abyss claim him as its own?

In this tale of redemption and survival, Darren must rise from the lowest ranks to challenge a world where strength is everything, and only those who embrace the darkness can hope to survive.

THE ABYSS REBORN

<p>News of Darren's survival in the Abyssal Labyrinth spread like wildfire. Soon, it wasn't just the Hunter Association that was interested in him—other guilds, government organizations, and even powerful individuals reached out, each wanting a piece of his newfound power.But Darren was wary. The last thing he needed was to be used as a tool, a weapon for someone else's gain. He had barely scratched the surface of what the Abyss had done to him, and the thought of being manipulated made his skin crawl.One evening, while Darren was leaving the Association building, a figure approached him from the shadows."You've caught the attention of some very powerful people," the man said, his voice smooth and calculating. He was tall, dressed in an expensive suit, with a predatory smile that made Darren's blood run cold. "They're very interested in what you've become.""I'm not interested," Darren replied coldly, his guard up.The man chuckled, stepping closer. "Oh, I think you will be. Power like yours doesn't go unnoticed, Darren Kim. Sooner or later, you'll have to choose a side. And when that time comes… make sure you choose wisely."With that, the man disappeared into the night, leaving Darren with a sinking feeling in his gut. The Abyss had given him power, but it had also painted a target on his back.</p>

Chapter 25: Unwanted Attention