Chapter 12 (Rewards)

Jeremy's body throbbed with an unbearable pain, clouding his thoughts and pushing him to his physical limits.

'Full health of user has been restored.'

'Hidden quest performance grading: B-'

'User's new rank: c'

'Weapon inventory and system store has been updated'

'AI voiceover for guiding user is now available'

'21 skill points have been allocated to user.'

'Quest completed: Heart of steel (in the face of an overwhelming opponent, damage received would be reduced up to 2% while endurance would be boosted up to 25 when in danger.'

He had pushed himself to the brink of destruction, but now, finally, the system was here to ease his suffering and restore him to full health. It was a moment of relief and gratitude, as he felt the weight lift off his shoulders and his body become whole once more. The injuries and deep cuts that had plagued him were miraculously healed, a testament to the power of the system.

As he lay there, supine, Jeremy's gaze shifted towards the projection han