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Jason and the Enigmatic System Chapter 95: Meeting Him Again
That evening I was dressed in a black Italian suit which made me look very dignified and aloof. I'd always wanted this moment to look like Darwin and here was my chance to go at it! My black glittering leather shoes made my outfit more gallant and beautiful that I couldn't help but fall in love with my reflection on the mirror. "Are you not done yet?" I asked Paulina who was still lying in bed doing nothing. "You've been lying down there for a long period of time now." I couldn't help but feel that she didn't want to go on a date with me again. Maybe it was because of my outfit or something else and I was beginning to feel bad about it. [WHY DO YOU HAVE SUCH A LOW SELF ESTEEM?] The notification screen came up and this time I wasn't embarrassed with the Enigmatic System anymore. I couldn't help but nod and reply, "Because I'm not good enough." I hoped that the Eni
Jason and the Enigmatic System Chapter 96: A Ruined Fun
A couple of minutes passed and I was still thinking of the man sitting several meters away from me. I was really cautious about people knowing that I was a player. This was a big secret that could kill me once people with bad intentions knew. So I had tried to keep it a secret. Apart from Paulina and Stephen, no one with bad intentions had known that I was a player. But then I had used my Download skill in front of Darwin and I knew he was now aware that I was a player. The man over there was also aware and I was afraid he would have evil intentions like Darwin. I couldn't help but swallow hard as several questions entered my head.What if the ex soldier reported to the army that I was someone special with special powers? What if he reported to the government? What if the government or army, after knowing my secret, decides to come after me? What would I do in such
Jason and the Enigmatic System Chapter 97: The Mercenary Player
As the man approached us he raised the gun and pointed at us before saying, "No hard feelings but I have to kill you both."I was very shocked and couldn't even begin to imagine why the man would suddenly decide to attack me. I had saved him at the shopping mall or he would have been killed by the armed robbers. So why was he now coming to attack me out of the blues? Why was he so after me that he wanted to kill me straight away? This was unlike any foe that I've faced. I'd never offended this man so it was really shocking that he was bent on killing me."Why are you after my life?" I asked him. I had tried running away from the restaurant so many times but I wasn't able to do it. Anytime I tried to do something like that I would suddenly stop. Obviously the man had affected me with his player skill so there was nothing I could do at that moment. I was really helpless against him."I'm after your life because that's my quest," the man said. "You're a player yourself so you can underst
Jason and the Enigmatic System Chapter 98: Quest Disrupted
The man nodded before saying, "I already know the name of your system and your level. What I don't know are your corresponding skills."I couldn't help but become surprised as I wondered how he knew the name of my system and my corresponding level. Well, I knew that people like Stephen and Darwin were capable of that. It was because of their player skills. So I felt that maybe it was because of the man's player skills and that's why he was able to tell."You're the Enigmatic player," he told me. "And you're at level three currently."I would have gotten over it when I realized that he had used 'the' to describe me. I wasn't the only Enigmatic player because Paulina was a player too. Was it that his system didn't show him that she was a player too?"Is that your player skill?" I couldn't help but ask."No," the man said. "When given a quest to eliminate someone, the Mercenary System gives me the major details about them. That way I would be able to know what I'm doing. That's the attri
Jason and the Enigmatic System Chapter 99: One Common Enemy
The man immediately aimed the gun at me and this time I could see that he had a very deep intent to kill me. This time he didn't say anything as his finger moved towards the trigger. One pull and I was going to be blown into bits by the green ball from the gun. It was at this moment I remembered the chance to use the Enigmatic System's help. I would have used it right now but I had already used it to make Paulina a player just like me. I had used up that chance and there was no way I was going to get it back.I could only remain where I was without being able to even resist despite being the same level as he was. I was very useless right now and I hadn't even felt this way even when fighting Darwin who was several levels higher than me. I was so helpless right now that I felt I wasn't even a player.But when he was about to pull the trigger Paulina came out of nowhere and smashed his head with a chair. He immediately fell to the ground groaning in pain as he held his head which began
Jason and the Enigmatic System Chapter 100: Narrow Escape
I grit my teeth at that moment and muttered, "Activate Rush Absorption."I couldn't waste any more time at that moment. I needed to get to Paulina and save her at this very moment. I needed to get away from Darwin and the ex soldier who had decided to attack me at the same place and the same day. Talk about being really unlucky despite having the Luck skill. It was so hopeless that I couldn't believe that I had the Luck skill.[RUSH ABSORPTION ACTIVATED][DAMAGE: 50%][RUSH ABSORPTION: 50%]I immediately felt the usual rush of energy through me and immediately pushed the concrete slabs off my body before standing up. I couldn't s
Jason and the Enigmatic System Chapter 101: Requesting a Rookie Quest
We successfully drove back to my mansion and I couldn't help but finally heave a sigh of relief after getting to safety. As I got out of the car I discovered that my legs were all wobbly and I couldn't even stand properly. I went to help Paulina anyway and took her to the house."I've never encountered something this dangerous in my entire life," Paulina said as she winced in pain. "Even when the gunmen attacked back then it wasn't as dangerous as this."I couldn't help but agree with her on this. I would have lost my life if not for Paulina and the man who had suddenly taken the Initiative to buy us time to escape. I couldn't understand his motive but I was still thankful. Without him I and Paulina would have been killed by Darwin."Even for me w
Jason and the Enigmatic System Chapter 102: Onboard
After a few minutes Stephen arrived at my mansion and his expression was very sullen as if he had come out of a fight with someone. I didn't bother with him and watched as he sat down on the same sofa he had sat down on before. He crossed his legs casually before greeting me and Paulina."You don't allow me to rest for one day," Stephen said immediately."It's not my fault," I immediately protested. "It isn't my fault that I encounter unfortunate events on a daily basis.""Yeah," Stephen said. "And you end up implicating me."I was about to say something when Paulina said, "Guys? We have an important matter at hand."I didn't say
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The last ten months with Paulina have been incredible, way beyond what I ever imagined. Every day feels like a new adventure, and even our quiet times are filled with happiness.Still, I can’t help but worry about the Enigmatic System being gone and whether I played a part in that. It was the reason I got to where I am now, and I feel a real connection to it. It’s tough knowing I couldn’t help it, but can a system really be more than just a bunch of codes?I’m not the only one feeling this way; the whole team is mourning the loss since their systems shut down around the same time. No matter how cutting-edge our tech is, it just can’t match the unique intelligence of the system.As I sat in the living room, I opened up to Paulina, who was snuggled up next to me, really listening."I can’t shake this feeling, Paulina," I confessed. "I know it sounds odd, but it feels like I’ve lost a piece of myself. You get it; you were part of it too."She gave my arm a comforting squeeze. "I totally
Chapter 221: Perfect Proposal
After we got ready, we strolled hand in hand, with Paulina playfully urging me to spill the beans, but I just couldn’t do it. It was a surprise, and I wanted to keep it that way. We left the VIP room, and a staff member gave me a knowing look before leading us down a hidden hallway. Paulina’s eyes were wide with curiosity as we moved away from the usual crowd. At the end of the corridor, we passed through a sleek, unmarked door that opened up to a private elevator.Paulina squeezed my hand, her eyebrows shooting up in excitement. “Jason, what’s happening? This feels like something out of a movie!”I just smiled and stayed quiet, relishing the suspense that was making her even more curious. As the elevator doors closed, I could feel her gaze on me, searching for hints I wasn’t ready to give away.When the doors finally opened, we stepped out onto the rooftop, and there it was—a stunning black helicopter waiting for us, its blades shimmering in the sunlight, with the pilot already on st
Chapter 220: How Much She Meant To Me
As Paulina rested peacefully on the bed, her sleeping face looked even more beautiful than I always knew. In the luxurious VIP suite, surrounded by plush decor and soft lighting, I felt a strange blend of tranquility and anxiety. I wandered over to the mirrored table where the ring I had bought on credit from that Enigmatic System sparkled softly in the glow. Holding it up, I couldn’t help but admire its detailed craftsmanship. The ring was so shiny and seemed transparent, capable of absorbing light. The several beautiful and unfamiliar stones around it made it more beautiful. My eyes sparkled with admiration, but the silence from the Enigmatic System was palpable and a bit unsettling. Not a single word or sound all day, which felt odd. Was it giving me space because I was with Paulina and it understood my plight? Or had my time with it somehow made it feel... more human? That thought left me feeling both intrigued and cautious.I shook off those thoughts; there were more urgent iss
Chapter 219: A Night to Remember
The restaurant buzzed with energy as we arrived. Soft ambient lights wrapped around us, and the rich aroma of gourmet dishes filled the air. As we walked in, I could feel the gaze of other diners on us, and I welcomed it. This was my moment—a chance to reveal the man I had become.“Welcome back, Mr. Lewis!” The hostess greeted me with a warm smile. “Your usual table?”“Yes, please,” I replied, glancing at Paulina. She looked radiant in her elegant dress, her beauty captivating. I felt a surge of pride to be with someone as remarkable as her.er.We were guided to a cozy corner table adorned with fresh flowers and flickering candles. As we settled in, I couldn’t help but admire Paulina. “You look stunning tonight,” I said, reaching across the table to take her hand.“Thank you, Jason. You look charming too,” she replied, her smile lighting up the dim room. “I love this new confidence in you—it’s inspiring.”“Confidence comes with knowing my true worth,” I replied, feeling a surge of emp
Chapter 218: Confrontation
The tension in the boutique thickened as I faced every John and the woman employee. My coronary heart raced, no longer out of worry but from the boiling anger that surged through me. Here I grow to be a modified guy who has risen from the depths of despair, and those two have been the reason for dragging me back down. "Listen right here," I commenced out, my voice steady but laced with authority. "You haven't any idea who you're talking to. I may have been the underdog, however I’m no longer that character. I will no longer stand idly with the useful resource of while you belittle me or my female friend."John laughed, a mocking sound that echoed through the boutique. “Oh, what are you going to do? Throw a tantrum? You do not scare me, you little peasant. You have to be thankful that a person like her even seems your way.”Paulina had subsequently discovered the commotion. She strode over, her expression moving from interest to venture. “What’s going on right here?” she demanded, eyes
Chapter 217: Proposal
After picking the case up I tucked it away in my pocket and it to the sitting room. I saw Paulina in the sitting room pacing about. Obviously, she was a bit nervous about the date she was going to have with me. At this moment she didn't look like the bold and confident woman I used to know."Sorry for keeping you waiting," I said with an apologetic smile. "I had to do something.""I know," Paulina flashed a smile at me. She actually understood I could suddenly become busy at times because I was a player."So let's go shopping," I said as I grabbed her right hand and led her out of the sitting room. We got into my expensive Mercedes Benz and drove away.I decided to stop at a five-star boutique and get some new clothes and jewelries which we were going to wear tonight for our date. I'd already set up everything except for the clothes.As expected the boutique premise was already filled with so many flashy cars. Many wealthy people usually came to buy their wears from this boutique. It
Chapter 216: Buying on Credit
After some moments of silence, the Enigmatic System finally spoke. His voice was no longer sad and it had resumed the usual emotionlessness.[I HAVE A RING WHICH MATCHES YOUR DESCRIPTION BUT IT IS REALLY COSTLY]"Costly?" I couldn't help but raise my eyebrows. "How costly?"[IT IS 5,000 POINTS]"Huh?" I was surprised after hearing that. The Enigmatic System usually made use of coins but now it had switched to points. What was really happening?I had only come across the term, 'points', from Stephen Wale. Back then I'd asked him why he wasn't wealthy and he had told me that his system uses points instead of coins. I'd come across other players and they were not as wealthy as I was. This was because their systems made use of points which could not be converted to real money like the virtual coins the Enigmatic System made use of.[WELL, THERE IS THIS NEW POLICY THAT BANS SYSTEMS FROM USING COINS. WE CAN ALL ONLY USE POINTS FROM NOW ON]"So that's another reason you were punished by that
Chapter 215: The Enigmatic System's Plight
After asking the Enigmatic System about the ring it suddenly fell silent for some moments. I didn't know why it didn't respond to me as usual and it bothered me. I even began thinking that something bad had really happened to the Enigmatic System. Maybe the Creator System which had the consciousness of the systems' creator had decided to place a restriction on the Enigmatic System for behaving more and more like a human instead of the system it was expected to be.I'd watched a cyberpunk movie and there was this artificial intelligence which evolved beyond how it was created. It started becoming more and more like a human being, alarming the creators. In order to prevent the artificial intelligence from gaining sentience and toppling the authority of humans, they decided to destroy it. The artificial intelligence fought a good battle but it could not outmatch humans. With regrets, it parted with the woman it loved as it was shut down by the scientists who created it. They later had th
Chapter 214: Blissful Plan
After the lunch, Stephen announced that he was leaving. He had so many things to catch up on and there was no more time. Nudging his glasses he turned around to leave."Take care, Steve," Paulina said, causing him to turn back slightly. There was a complicated emotion in Stephen's eyes, something I had never seen before."Sure," he nodded and turned to look at me. I could tell that he was asking me not to mention what he had told me earlier to Paulina.I nodded slowly as I said, "Take care, Stephen. You can come up with several contingency plans during your free time.""Believe me," Stephen wasn't smiling. "I already have a contingency plan for every scenario.""Do not slack off in your training," I said."I will come often to spar with you," Stephen said. "Get stronger than me so that you can push me beyond my limit."I smiled as I secretly clenched my fists tightly, "Don't worry. I'll become so strong that you'd be crushed by my gaze."And that was the truth. I wasn't just bluffing
