With a resonating "Skrreaeeek!", the cavernous hallways of the forsaken edifice reverberated with the guttural cries of otherworldly creatures, malicious echoes snaking their way through the labyrinthine pathways that had once offered the promise of escape. But it had become glaringly clear that the maze now only led to dead-ends.
An eerie realization dawned on me, chilling me to the core yet oddly sparking a determined resolve in my heart. There was no path for flight, no possibility of escaping the hellish scenario I found myself ensnared in. The only victory lay not in evasion, but in confrontation. I had to suppress these demonic creatures, overpower every single one of them lurking within the decrepit walls of this forsaken structure. It was a daunting task, to say the least, but one that could not be avoided. The only way to gain an upper hand was to anticipate their attacks, strategize against their strengths and weaknesses, for my resilience against their unexpected onslaughts was still weak.Moreover, I was acutely aware that survival was not confined to the claustrophobic confines of this demon-infested building. If I wanted to endure the merciless wilderness waiting outside, I needed to raise my level. It was a chilling ultimatum: do or die."It's all or nothing now!" I declared defiantly, the words reverberating off the stone walls.[Moments Later]A pair of demons leisurely strolled along the hall, their grotesque forms highlighted by the flickering, dim lighting. Their low growls added an eerie symphony to the already somber ambiance. They sniffed the air, their monstrous heads rising in search of the scent of their prey.“Skurrroook!” they chanted, the chilling sounds ringing in my ears.It struck me that these were the same breed of demons I had slain earlier. The association triggered an unnerving realization: this building was likely their territory. My knowledge of demons, gleaned from countless hours observing them in the Sacred Hall, suggested that these creatures were notoriously territorial.However, a niggling voice in my mind questioned this hasty conclusion. “No! Idiot, you shouldn’t assume just like that!” I berated myself. Underestimation was not a luxury I could afford, especially when the balance of power was tipped in their favor. I couldn’t afford to make careless deductions without tangible proof.No imminent 'Danger Alert' signaled that I was relatively safe…for the time being. I intended to keep it that way. Turning my focus back to the demonic duo, I narrowed my eyes, activating their Status Windows.[System Information]Name: Hell Kobold SpawnLevel: 3Race: Demon (Lesser) – Grade: 1Age: 31 days[Stats]HP: 20/40MP: - -Strength: 11Agility: 40Vitality: 14Intelligence: 1[Status Condition]HP continues to decrease until the Demon feeds. Currently active.[End Of Information]A bead of cold sweat trickled down my forehead as I shifted my attention to the other demon. Its bulky physique seemed more formidable, its grotesque features more horrifying.[System Information]Name: Hell Kobold SpawnLevel: 5Race: Demon (Lesser) – Grade: 1Age: 34 days[Stats]HP: 40/60MP: - -Strength: 20Agility: 50Vitality: 20Intelligence: 1[Status Condition]HP continues to decrease until the Demon feeds. Currently active.[End Of Information]"They're much stronger than the last one…" I muttered to myself, realizing the gravity of the situation. It was a fortunate decision to stand my ground. If more of these creatures were lurking in the shadows, escape would be impossible until I fortified my strength.The demons gravitated towards the pool of blood staining the stairs, where the metallic stench was overwhelming. The sight of the slowly evaporating puddle of their brethren's life essence ignited a primal realization within them."Skraaaaaaakkkkkk!!!!" Their piercing screech sliced through the silence. Whether it was a cry of sorrow or rage, I couldn't tell. But one thing was clear: these creatures were capable of emotional responses. One of their kin had fallen, and they would show me as much mercy as I had shown their deceased comrade. None."[Subspace]" I muttered, my proximity to them a mere five meters. However, they were oblivious to my presence.In an instant, a colossal object materialized above their heads - a freezer from my arsenal. "Deep Freezer!" I commanded, relishing the sight of their surprised expressions as they struggled to avoid the falling death trap."I won't let you!" I lunged from my hiding spot, the adrenaline fuelling my movements.I discarded the duvet shrouding me and hurled two sharpened rods at the demons, aiming for their hearts. "Skraaa?!” Their expressions morphed into surprise as the rods struck them, causing them to stumble backward."Got you!" A triumphant thought echoed in my mind. My attacks were not fatal, but they served their purpose - to immobilize them.With a sickening 'Splat!', the freezer landed on the demons, their bodies crushed under its weight. A wave of repulsion washed over me as their blood splattered on my skin.“Urgh, gross!” I retched, wiping the sticky residue from my face.Despite the gruesome scene, I felt no remorse. Perhaps it was the system's influence, or perhaps it was the dire circumstances. Either way, I was slowly adapting, acclimatizing to this brutal reality. A spark of excitement flickered within me, a desire to repeat this adrenaline-charged encounter.[You Have Leveled Up][You Have Leveled Up]"Whoah!" My heart pounded in exhilaration as two icons popped up in my vision. Two level-ups in an instant. But the surprises didn't stop there.A luminescent glow enveloped me, followed by a low, humming sound. The lingering pain in my hand faded, and the blood staining my clothes vanished.“A-Amazing!!!” I gaped, inspecting my now clean body.I had hoped to become stronger after leveling up, banking on this newfound strength to navigate through this demon-infested building. However, I hadn't anticipated instant regeneration."Instant recovery… Then this changes things entirely. I just might live through this!” I marveled at this game-changing development."Status Window" I demanded.[STATUS INFORMATION]Name: Damian StarkLevel: 3 – Exp: 80.00Race: Human – Job: NoneAge: 16 YearsSex: MaleHeight: 5” 3. – Weight: 115 poundsAlignment: Chaotic NeutralKarma Points: 100 - (G) Karma Points: 10[Stats]HP: 200/200MP: - -Strength: 70Agility: 400Vitality: 200Intelligence: 800(G) Factor: 90Gift: [Subspace]Items Equipped: Demon Core (Lesser) x 1Allies: None[Status Condition][Additional Information]A human with the last Gift. Possesses the interest of God.[End Of Information]I was in awe as I looked at my Status Information. To think that I had grown this strong already. And I was just 20 Exp away from leveling up again!I was feeling even more motivated now.My risky plan worked, and now I was even stronger than I was a few hours ago. Other crazy ideas started popping into my head, but I calmed myself.“There’s no rush”I smiled, opening my pocket storage unit, and removed a piece of cloth to clean the blood that trickled on me. After a thorough cleaning, I threw it into the pool of blood that oozed on the floor.I touched the Deep Freezer, placing it back into [Subspace] with a thought.Quickly, I went back to my duvet and wrapped myself in its warmth, hiding as I awaited the arrival of my next prey.
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