"My day has been awesome! Lady Anne" Blade replied in an equally captivating manner.
Of course, he actually didn't mean much of it but as he replied his excitement influenced his speech and for a moment, his bright smile caused his personal charm to overflow in the sight of Anne.'Such a wonderful man to be with, why doesn't he just settle down with me? I don't really care how many women he has so long it doesn't get to 50 women like Zed' Anne thought as she looked at the smile on the handsome face before her.For a moment, Anne was lost in her thoughts of a wonderful union with Blade. A happy family, and a prosperous home, but she was snapped out of it when the same voice called out to her again gently…."Lady Anne? My collection package?""Oh! Sorry about that" Anne quickly tapped some keys on the console in a fidgety manner.She already knew his serial number off-hand and could even call it out in her dreams so it wasn't surprising to see her regaining her composition and typing rapidly.When Blade's information was brought up, and the value of his collection, her mouth dropped open in shock and surprise.She hastily double-checked the information to make sure it was correct, because most of the time he came back with things worth 50-150 black Magnetic tokens , so when he replied charmingly she had thought that he had gained at least 200 – 250 black Magnetic tokens the worth of findings but what was this number that was being displayed on the screen?!When she saw the information on his Collection package she understood.As she raised her head up her eyes were now filled with warmth and adoration almost worship.Who could have believed that the person who had never found something worth 500 ordinary black Magnetic tokens the would come up with something worth 1000 black Magnetic tokens the ! My God, that was already 100 crimson Magnetic tokens the ! Something that she had been saving for a while now.Of course we have no idea about the purchasing value of 100 crimson black Magnetic tokens the .Let me break it down.Although, crimson mag has an advantage over the black Magnetic tokens the , it still has its own value for example, some places don't accept anything lower than crimson Magnetic tokens the .50 black Magnetic tokens the could be used to get the most ordinary equipment which was a common body suit the current one that Blade was using.100 black Magnetic tokens the would ensure you had a basic living space. For example a room with some basic living items.Earning 200-400 black Magnetic tokens the a month means you're well to do and can get extra resources from the resource department. This basically means you can feed yourself and also have spare to purchase some body development drugs that have been developed based on the interaction between the pressure of the earth's magnetic field on our body.Earning 500 – 1000 black Magnetic tokens the a month means you have the qualifications to be an elite and can create your own scavenging group. This usually puts one in favour of the attendants in the body development and breakthrough halls in the base. This is because the net worth of elites are usually calculated in crimson black Magnetic tokens the .'A great warrior is usually rich'Is a saying that is always true even till now. A great scavenger is always rich.Now, if 100 crimson black Magnetic tokens the qualify you to be an elite then,150 - 200 crimson black Magnetic tokens the put you on the top row of the few elites in the base.300 crimson black Magnetic tokens the at hand means you're an overlord already not to talk of 1000 crimson Magnetic tokens the ….even 500 crimson black Magnetic tokens the would bring different people crawling to your doorstep begging to be in your scavenging group.As if that wasn't enough, the fuel pump's value was calculated separately to give about 100 black Magnetic tokens the , there was also the snake's corpse that he was going to sell later on after he completes his plans.When Blade's Collection package had been checked and verified, it was handed to him in the form of a crumpled and pressed metal and had the Golden seal on it. That seal represented a Golden collections package. Also, an additional package was given to him which included the fuel pump. The fuel pump was bronze rank and looked a bit odd side by side with the Golden Collections package.“Thanks for your time!!!“ Blade flashed Anne a handsome smile.Anne almost swooned 'Did he just smile at me? Oh my gosh!!! He purposefully smiled at me!' Anne was over the moon just for a smile. Although, she was over the moon, she didn't show it in reality she only flashed what she thought was a professional smile but actually looked like she was advertising her inner thoughts. Her response to the smile actually screamed 'I'm hitting on you Blade! Come to me! I need you badly!'Meanwhile, as Blade turned around to take his collection package to the collections department, a gasp could be heard from someone and soon other gasps could be heard and it continued spreading around until there was total silence….Eyes opened wide, with shock colouring their faces.Everyone stood quietly. Some were just about going out to scavenge but, when they saw what was going on, they stopped to observe.“Tsk! Tsk!!“ Anne made a sound“I knew it would end up this way, even I couldn't keep my cool. Such a lucky guy” Anne shook her head as she decided to keep watching the drama unfolding. It seems that today many lazy scavengers would pick up their lazy a**es and get to work.But Blade would have to be extra careful now.Oh! She face palmed. She forgot to remind that block head not to go causing trouble and not to go out for the next few days.'Yes that's exactly the scene I imagined, shock them all' Blade laughed internally.If only they knew this was just the tip of the ice Berg…The silence was stifling in the inner section of the base. You would think everyone was offering a one minute silence for an important individual.This was a sudden bomb that hit them unawares. Since when had a massive magnetic object source like this been found?3 years ago? Nah, this could very well be the first large pre-magnetic object to have been found in the base of operations of the 33rd division.Imagine you were in a conversation that was very interesting and you got carried away by it then, your partner sees a Golden collection package.First, there would be a sudden stop in conversation as that particular person would become absent minded.His fellow partner would try to catch his attention but would later follow the direction of his eyes to find the person or thing that made him lose concentration so much. His actions would alert others and they would subconsciously monitor the person's actions.Although they couldn't understand what happened in the first place, their sub
As he was relaxing, the same lady brought to him a plate of desserts to enjoy and left him to himself.“Thank you, this looks tantalising!“ Blade complimented.“It's a special treat for special guests” The lady replied somewhat charmingly as she turned around to her station.Blade couldn't help but feel that this female was really conversational. She answered his questions with politeness and a smile but best of all she answered in a manner that made him feel comfortable.Blade smiled warmly as he looked at the desserts and reminisced about the times before the magnetic eruption. It was still a bit better to eat something he had almost forgotten. The last five years of him breaking into the superhuman level had almost looked like a decade to him.The dessert he always had at his fingertips over 11 years ago was now distant to him. He put the tropical juice to his lips and took a sip of its refreshing taste. As he savoured what he was being served, he took the time to review his plans o
As his eyes scrolled through the list, he saw that the section he was looking at, which was the body suit section, had different suits, amazing designs, wonderful colors and cool looking gadgets. The prices were pocket bleeding though. It seemed that whoever wrote this list was a miser who loved money.The booklet had different categories and they were for Anti magnetic suits, cars, weapons, one time use weapons, medicines and other auxiliary equipments respectively. All the equipments you could only dream of were all there.In this present world, equipments were divided based on their quality, attack speed and performance. To make them sound cooler the SAA divided them into deifferent grades. These were Common equipment, Rare equipment, Extraordinary equipment, Mythical equipment and Legendary equipment this was btter than the usual Grade 1, 2, 3, 4 etc.Actually, he was a bit confused as to why there were mythical and legendary equipments on the SAA's classification. Because most of
Blade looked up at the patient and calm head administrator in front of him.Mr Tules stared right back at him and with a somewhat unsettled voice asked,"Mr Blade, have you made a decision?""Hmmm" Blade hummed in response like a father giving his son instructions"That's great then! What would you like? Our delivery services are very quick and your item would get to you in no less than a few minutes" Mr Tules offered with a stiff face."I would like numbers #0101, #0457, #1034, #00023 and a Felter villa" Blade declared exasperatedly.He would have picked something that was better suited to his magnetic gift,but that was if he even had one."Four numbers right? Oh! That should be five items including the Felter's villa….." All of a sudden Tules turned to him and asked,"#0101 is priced at 150 crimson black mags and that's a bit more than the amount you're about to redeem"This was actually true if you looked at the conversion rate for 10 Golden mags you would have 105 crimson mags. Th
For a businessman like Mr Tules, he just couldn't keep control of himself and blurted out his thoughts right away."How much does such intelligence cost?" right after that, he felt like slapping himself. He was very sure that with the kind of slyness that Blade had shown, he definitely wouldn't miss such an opportunity.And sure enough, Blade was thinking deeply already.So information could be traded also? Why did he not know all this while? Well, there has rarely been a golden collection appearing in the base since the last few years“So there is such a thing?' Blade said in surprise as if he did not notice that it was a mistake.Mr Tules instantly felt like someone was piercing his heart with a knife and twisting it. Why was this boy so annoying? "The information that would be sold would be rated according to the value of my next disclosure" Blade picked his words carefully.“So…what's your price?“ Mr Tules asked as he also sat down opposite Blade.Immediately, assistant who was i
"Unfeeling haze ….." Blade corrected himself instinctively "If this is about the discoveries I made, I don't think I'm fit to be your young master" Blade said before feeling as if the name 'Unfeeling haze' was a little familiar. "Jane!" Unfeeling haze called out instantly and there was a stir in the dark corner. It suddenly looked as if darkness billowed out from that spot and disappeared.Before Blade could blink, all he saw was a dark shadow that flashed and stood behind the man named Unfeeling haze.A true mid tier superhuman!!!Blade was shocked! He never knew that he would one day see a mid tier superhuman in action and one so close to him at that.Although, he was not really sure if the person was still in the middle class of Superhumans but at least that class was leagues above his current level. Even the pressure emanating from her was enough to make his heart tremble."Hey! Look I was just joking…. Ha…Ha….Ha" Blade laughed drily as he fell back to his seat."I could be your y
When Blade snapped out of his thoughts, the magnetic devil was already in front of him.His aura was as calm as the sea .He looked just like a senior expert about to give a lecture to his disciple. His aura was as deep as the ocean and his eyes possessed that hint of magnetic quality. But instead of been scared, Blade just stared intently at him in awe"I can see that you've awakened" Unfeeling haze said leisurely.Blade was still feeling awed by his confidence and his gait when Unfeeling haze spoke but even by just speaking, his coolness had entered another level."Such magnificent pose!" Blade commented under his breath. Unfeeling haze who was a number of Classes higher than the current Blade, could hear him very clearly. He felt even more confident with his style and was about to continue his momentum with a killer line and cool accent when....."Yes of course! I am awake and I'm practically starving! " Blade said as he sat down on the grass resignedly. After all what was the use
Unfeeling haze resumed his narrative, seemingly unfazed by Blade's comic attitude. The neon-colored creature continued to dart around the garden, adding a whimsical touch to the storytelling ambiance."In the year 2990, five years before the pre-magnetic era ended. Your father was given a mission by the US government to investigate some strange pulses coming from the earth's core." Unfeeling haze began, his voice carrying a weight of history."As at that time, your father was a high ranking officer in the military with a lot of titles and awards under his belt.""Your father, Odion was already a famous man among the secret service as of then. He was known to have solved so many cases that were deemed impossible to solve." Unfeeling haze continued, weaving a tale of intrigue and espionage."He was just like a 28th century Sherlock Holmes reincarnated" Unfeeling hazestopped as he gathered his thoughts together but he soon regretted it."Sherlock Holmes?" Blade interrupted "who was that?"
They entered into a bar that was fully automated. Just from the sign outside, you'd know that it was a fairly simple bar. The space inside the bar was rather large in comparison to it's appearance ffrom the outside which was highly unusual.Looking around in shock, Blade paused for a bit before asking excitedly, “Is this, is this…”With a feeling of pride, the ill tempered guy puffed his chest and replied to Blade's unspoken question. “Yes, it is. This is sace bending technology in its early stages. The more advanced type can actually fold a space of over five times the actual size of this place.““My God! I thought the alliance said that space bending technology wasn't developed yet?“ Blade said incredulously.“You don't expect the alliance to tell you some of the information it calls classified right? But still, that's why most of you first timers are always so shocked and curious about everything here. You guys behave pretty much like country bimpkins down here and it isn't that har
Walking down the now-filled streets of Blood Moon district, Blade felt much better after what Imelda had previously done. If she was going to be making fun of him whenever they were together then f**k it. Honestly, it looked a bit hilarious when he thought back on it, but right now? He felt like sh*t. Picking a random direction, he decided to observe the various shops in passing.The magnetic ornaments on the other streets were noticeably clustered and numerous. Hovering holographic reindeer, and magnetic orbs emitting a soft, colorful glow. Each ornament seemed to defy gravity, suspended in mid-air.Some restaurants served different Grades of superhuman delicacies and hotels catered to the needs of starved females of this era. Some females who couldn't find a guy to get down with flocked to different hotels and clubs to satisfy their needs. They were not that much down here though. It was said that the Blood Moon district had the highest amount of strippers in the entire Underground
“What? Are you jealous now?“ Imelda laughed, her clear voice ringing in his ears like a bell. “Jealous? Of course! who wouldn't be?“ Blade rolled his eyes“So you want to stay here for a while" Imelda turned her head slightly to the side to look at him"For a while? No way! I'd live in BloodMoonn district the first chance I get! You just look that!“ Blade said as he pointed to the streets in general.Right before them was a festive Christmas street bathed in the warm glow of never-before-seen decorations. The air was filled with the scent of freshly fallen snow, and colorful holographic snowflakes danced around the street lamps. Levitating ornaments hung from the buildings, creating a mesmerizing display to every newcomer like Blade as they hovered in mid-air. The most amazing thing was the sidewalks!It was lined on both sides with interactive displays, where passersby could control the lights and colors with gestures. “Are you kidding me right now?“ Blade excitedly plastered himse
When they got outside, they hailed a maglev air car that lifted off in the direction of the Aeromag transit hubs. While staring out the window, with Imelda beside him, Blade broke the silence, “This city looks very beautiful, with the mix of technology and its unique culture. The Polaris dome that covers the city also serves the city as a source of light which gives it a futuristic and sci-fi blue glow. Overall, it's a place to escape from the harsh realities of the surface”“Unfortunately, this is just one of the bases of people who get transferred in and out to complete dangerous missions. Most of them do not even have the time to enjoy this luxury like a King would. Rather, it is meant to facilitate the convenience of these workaholic agents” Imelda explained.“Most of the outfits help to reduce the stress that intelligence collecting brings. Some of them have various emergency measures that could even stop the assaults of Grade Five existences”Nodding in affirmation, Blade continu
While Blade was still ruminating on the consequences of what he just learned and understood about this world, his father and his goals, Imelda's voice broke his train of thoughts.“You keep interrupting me before I can finish my answers why is it that you can't wait for my complete explanation?““Oh! That?“ Blade quickly realized that he had interrupted her many times during their conversation and he in turn always ended up with half baked answers. “I'm terribly sorry, I'll try not to do that once more.““Much better, I would be expecting that you do not stop me from continuing my speech” Imelda said with satisfaction while her eyes curved up llike crescent moons which dictated some sort of happy triumph within. “Currently, I'm considered a Grade Four guardian in my clan and…” Imelda stared sharply at Blade before growling in frustration “No! no! no you won't! Don't you dare interrupt me until I signify that I'm done!” Imelda felt a bit frustrated when she noticed Blade shifting unco
Blade stood there, bewildered, as Imelda turned away from him, her tears creating a glistening spectacle in the morning sunlight.“All of you humans are pathetic” She continuedKnowing that she had more to say, Blade sat down adjacent to her and remained silent rompting Imelda to look at him for a brief moment before turning away.“Our meeting was not a coincidence. I have every reason to believe that everything was arranged because I was also sent to get something from that underground tunnel” Instead of continuing with her sentennce, she diverged a bit.“I guessed as much because there is just a one percent chance of meeting your kind out there” Blade spoke.“I heard about Degoserinds but I know that they are rarely seen. When I met you, I considered it my bad luck because meeting creatures with high mental resilience is not easy but the weird thing about everything is that I defeated you.“ Blade said with a very serious frown on his face.“Let me guess…” Imelda started. “You are sh
Blade was shocked silly by what he was seeing. There was no need to do the eye rubbing thing since he knew she was real and not some impostor.Marveling at the new look and speechless at the cute way in which she looked when she frowned, he sighed helplessly.“I'm sorry but still, this is partially your fault. You never told me your name or even anything about you and now you're appearing as a female, any sane person would freak out at first!““Don't act like the righteous one here! You also didn't tell me your name until we got to this city and I heard it from Jane.““Still, you could have told me you were female!” Blade raised his hands up and brought it down to his sides in exasperation.“Why didn't you tell me that you entered the tunnel for a trial?““Who in their normal minds would talk to an enchanting Degoserind huh? A mysterious creature taht gets into your hhead and does all kind of unspeakable damage to the point of it's victim losing sanity“ Blade retorted fiercely.There
Blade awoke the next morning in the tranquil confines of his room, the events of the previous day still fresh in his mind. But as usual, he decides to just stare at the ceiling without any specific thought in mind. He was just thinking about random ridiculous things that he wouldn't remember anymore by the next minute.After some time, he stood up with a yawn, a rather long one considering the fact that his mouth was still open all the way from his bed to the window. When Blade got to the window his eyes searched through the streets and unconsciously wandered in the direction of the Degoserind's smashing punishment. Thinking of his friend's badluck caused a hint of smile to show up on his lips.Surprisingly, the wall was back to New! Well, what did he expect from someone as rich as the Magnetic Devil. Speaking of which, Blade's eyebrow curved in a rarely seen worried expression.“Where's that guy?““Well, I guess he could take care of himself, just hope he's not done some crazy things
Blade and the Degoserind found themselves in the midst of a stunning winter landscape within the Underground Anti-Magnetic City. The snowy plains stretched as far as the eye could see, creating a serene atmosphere that contrasted sharply with their harrowing escape.The tolling bells and ethereal music filled the air, making Blade curious about the significance of this celebration."Christmas?" Blade echoed, unfamiliar with the term.The Degoserind grinned, "Ah, you surface folks have forgotten many traditions. Christmas is a time of joy, celebration, and giving. The bells and music herald the season"As Blade absorbed this new information, a bustling cityscape emerged on the horizon, and they set out to explore what lay beyond the snowy expanse. In the Underground Anti-Magnetic City, Blade found himself amidst a vibrant metropolis. The architecture was a mesmerizing blend of advanced technology and timeless elegance.The level of fusion between magnetism and technology awed Blade as