The sound of whispers and murmurs echoed through the halls of the school, as students and staff rushed to gather around the nurse's office. They craned their necks, trying to catch a glimpse of what was happening.
As Mia heard the news, her face lost color, and she felt a pang of guilt in her chest. She wished she had gone with him, but instead, she was left with regret.
Meanwhile, some girls who were envious of her took the chance to spread rumors and attack her reputation. They surrounded Mia and taunted her, their voices filled with cruelty and jealousy.
"She's so insensitive," one of the delinquent girls sneered, as they huddled together and pointed toward her."I can't believe she let her boyfriend go to the nurse's office all by himself," another chimed in, shaking her head in mock disapproval.
"What kind of girlfriend is she?" the third added, making a show of tutting and clicking her tongue.
But she simply walked past them with a straight face, unaffected by their insults.
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The sound of his own screams echoed in his head, as the memories of what happened before he collapsed kept flooding his mind. Despite his efforts, he couldn't seem to escape the intense pain that felt like it was tearing him apart from the inside out. Yet, all of this was just a manifestation of his thoughts and emotions. He was still unconscious and his body was lying in a hospital bed, unable to move.Tick
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In 2020, the world was thrown into chaos when Dimensional Gates appeared and unleashed monsters that started attacking humanity. Governments struggled to find a solution to stop the creatures but to no avail.
These fantasy-like beasts, driven by a thirst for blood, left no one untouched as they ravaged communities, killing men, women, and children alike. Their mission seemed solely focused on wiping out humanity.
The arrival of "Cultivators," however, marked a turning point in the chaos and destruction. They fought valiantly against the monsters that threatened to wipe out humanity, bringing peace back to the world. Hailed as heroes, the Cultivators changed the course of history by introducing martial arts and magic as the new norm.
And then it happened.
After one century of peace and stability, the god-like creatures from other dimensions crossed over, bringing unparalleled destruction and mayhem. Only the most skilled and powerful cultivators stood a chance against them, armed with their mastery of magic and martial arts.
Among the god-level monsters was Fer, the most formidable opponent Mo Shen had ever faced. Fer's immense power defied reason and struck fear into the hearts of even the strongest cultivators in the world.As the war raged on, the humans suffered heavy losses. Despite their efforts to defend themselves, the demons were too powerful, and their strength only seemed to grow with each passing day.Meanwhile, the Cultivators were working tirelessly to find a solution to defeat the demons and restore peace to the world once more. But with each passing day, it seemed that the demons were one step ahead, and the future looked increasingly bleak
Mo Shen's heart was torn apart as he watched his fellow cultivators fall one by one in the war against the demon.
The result of his efforts was a spell called "Black Seal," which required the sacrifice of 10 million human lives to create a barrier strong enough to contain even the gods. The weight of this decision was crushing, but Mo Shen knew that it was the only chance he had to protect the world.
The very last thing he could recall was a wave of pain smashing into his head. Immediately afterward, a powerful black dome surrounded him and his opponents, trapping them all in a void prison of suffering.
Mo Shen's eyes slowly adjusted to his surroundings, and he realized he was no longer on the war-torn battlefield. He rubbed his eyes, wondering if this was a dream or the afterlife.
He gazed around and noticed that he was in an unfamiliar place with a peculiar feeling.
"Did I die? Am I dead?" He whispered to himself, as he tried to make sense of what was happening to him.
Then he saw something that he hadn't seen for years.
He stared in disbelief as the figure he hadn't laid eyes on in almost a century appeared before him.
Mo Shen couldn't believe it, after all these years, his first love was right there, in front of him. He marveled at the sight of her, taking in every detail - the way her hair flowed gracefully over her shoulders, the gentle rise and fall of her chest as she breathed, the soft curves of her lips as they parted ever so slightly.
"Is this real? Am I dreaming?" He struggled to process the sight before him. His heart pounding, he whispered to himself,
"No, this isn't an illusion," he thought to himself.
"I can feel and sense everything as normal, except for the fact that I seem to have traveled back in time." Despite the impossible nature of time travel, the evidence suggested that it had indeed happened.
'System Activate,' Mo Shen whispered, and a familiar blue window appeared before him. He smiled with relief upon discovering that his system was still intact.
In the new era, Mo Shen was lucky enough to awaken the "Simulation System" at the late age of 50. The system allowed him to simulate anything on his mind as long as he has knowledge about it. Using it, he was able to create more spells in comparison to other magicians and propel his cultivation.
At his peak, he even attained the title "Magic Emperor, Conjurer of Ten Thousands of Spells."
"Mo Shen, are you alright now?" Mia's eyes fluttered open, revealing the exhaustion from staying by his side for so long. Her tired look was a giveaway that she had stayed by his side all this time.
"What happened to me?" Mo Shen changed his attitude and tried to act like a teenage boy, but his attempt was unsuccessful. . Fortunately, his aloof personality meant he didn't have to act too much."You idiot... You made me worry," Mia scolded, her voice cracking with emotion as tears streamed down her face.
"You... you suddenly collapsed while on the way to the nurse's office," Mia mumbled while still trying to hold back her tears."I see. How did I get here?" He noticed her distress and tried to shift her attention by asking another question.
She looked at him seriously, aware that Mo Shen is typically a calm individual. But his current reactions were too casual, which made her suspect something was amiss.
"Have I done something wrong?" Mo Shen scratched his forehead with his finger when he saw Mia's probing eyes.
She pouted her cheeks, her expression showing annoyance.
Mo Shen sighed with relief, as he saw that despite everything, Mia remained unchanged from the way he remembered her.
"Don't worry, I'm fine now." He gently patted her head, trying to ease her worry with a reassuring gesture.
"Are you really okay?" Mia asked him again, still skeptical of his words.
Mo Shen gave her a reassuring smile and said, "Why would I lie to you?"
"But you said the same thing last time, and look what happened to you," Mia softly scolded him. Despite this, she still felt a flush of warmth from Mo Shen's intimate actions.Mo Shen gave a lighthearted chuckle, "Don't worry, I'm a changed person now. I can even take down a bear!"
She couldn't explain why, but Mo Shen seemed more dependable. It's like she's talking to a completely different person.
"Is your fever making you feel more confident?" Mia teased with a smile.
Mo Shen's eyes crinkled with amusement as he chuckled, "Nope. I'm like this because I'm around you."
"You... " She wanted to respond, but the words wouldn't come out of her mouth.
As Mo Shen entered the classroom, most of his classmates had already taken their seats. He made his way to his designated seat located in the fourth row, settling in for the day's lessons.He was gone for almost a week when he was hospitalized, so most of his classmates look at him curiously. None of them came and asked him about his condition because they thought that he wanted to be left alone. "Am I not sociable?" Mo Shen realized his classmates were distant and began to reflect on his behavior. He concluded that perhaps it wouldn't hurt to be a bit more sociable from time to time. As he pondered, he understood that his lack of socializing was causing them to keep their distance.'Yeah, I remember that I'm bad at talking before' Mo Shen remembered that he used to struggle with communication, and as he shook his head, he acknowledged his past struggles with socializing."It's lucky that Mia was there to take care of me," Mo Shen thought to himself. He looked up at the blackboard a
Mo Shen had a busy day at school and was eager to continue his training to strengthen his body and improve his skills. The first thing that came to his mind is Mount Ming. Mount Ming is a dormant volcano between Incheon and Seosan. It's a tall mountain that faced the sea and had a lot of natural resources. Places like this are abundant in natural energy because they have all four major elements.He walked towards the station and boarded the train. His priority is to strengthen his body.Mo Shen sat near the window seat, looking at the old highways that connect the two cities. He could see the vast highway that quickly flew past him. The bundle of flowers and herd of birds on the railings reminded him of his past life.Mo Shen gazed at the ocean in front of him, sighing as he remembered a time when the platform was guarded by hundreds of cultivators. Doo."Next stop, Seosan ." The announcement jolted Mo Shen. He grabbed his black-colored bag, got to his feet, and stood up. Then he he
Mo Shen beamed with satisfaction as he felt his newly transformed body. He now had a more muscular physique, with bulging muscles that could be clearly seen through his clothing. This transformation was a significant change from his former average build. It was a good thing he had a spell to reduce his muscle mass. If not, Mia will surely be surprised to see such an abrupt change.After spending a night reinforcing his newly improved physique, Mo Shen went back home. Just as he expected, his body had become more vigorous despite not sleeping. He feels fresh and full of energy. The feeling was something no ordinary human could achieve."The improvement in my body is good enough to fight Martial Warriors. With this strength, I can go forward with my plan to earn more money."He was worried about the interruptions of big sects. They had a covert organization that dealt with individuals who broke their rules of confidentiality or cultivated without authorization. This group was known for
It was already 5:30 pm by the time they arrived at the mall; the sun was setting and casting a warm glow over the city. The night lights of the city had started to twinkle, creating a beautiful display. Meanwhile, the mall was bustling with activity, with people coming and going from its stores and restaurants. "Mo Shen... "Thank you for saving me back then." She tried her best, but she still mumbled some words. She was too self-conscious and did not know what to say."It's ok, it's nothing." he calmly replies while checking the menu. He never considered that incident a big deal after all. "What will happen now?" Mia's voice was still shaky from being overwhelmed. She realized the consequences of their actions."What do you mean?" Mo Shen continues to read the menu, he wants to taste some sushi. He was craving some Gunkan Maki, Sasazushi, and Nigiri paired with some cold ginger ale"That guy, Nathan, he's the son of a very wealthy family; he might do something underhanded."Mia's co
A series of muffled sounds can be heard over the roofs of multiple buildings. His body flickered while the darkness of the night covered him. His movements were so swift, so elegant, yet so deadly. It was like seeing death descend on earth. That's what he thought an overpowered main character in a novel would do, but Mo Shen was different; he would not do something so stupid and unnecessary. He took a cab and went to Nathan's house like an ordinary boy with a normal working mind. Power is everything in this world. And regardless of how much knowledge he had, it will be useless if he doesn't reach his full potential. He can't be complacent just because he had an arsenal of spells at his disposal. He was like a nuclear reactor without enough uranium to work properly. "Oh, so this is his house?" Mo Shen smiled the moment he saw the mansion. His eyes shine as if he had discovered a gold mine. As he approached the massive gate, he took note of the intricate details that adorned it. Th
Mo Shen rested in bed, his gaze fixed on the phone screen as he scoured the internet for information about an antique auction. While scanning the posts, he stumbled upon an advertisement for an auction being held the next day, Saturday, at the Incheon Golden Auction House. There was a multitude of items for sale, including a blurry picture of an ancient sword that dates back to 1000 AC. "If my calculations are correct, the money should be available tomorrow," he looked at the time and put down his phone. Mo Shen whispered a spell to himself, "Hex: Sleep." He closed his eyes and felt the magic of the spell wash over him, easing him into slumber. ***The soft glow of the sunrise creeps through the window, illuminating the desk with a warm, yellow light. Mo Shen inhales deeply, feeling the comforting embrace of the morning's warmth envelop him. After breakfast, he changed into his daily clothing. He wore a white jacket that has a print that resembles a Sakura tree on its left side
At dusk, more than a dozen luxury cars were parked in front of a large, traditional Chinese-style building. The building is a grand, traditional-style structure with four levels. Its architecture is adorned with classic elements, imbuing it with an elegant, timeless appearance. Mo Shen, wanting to blend in with the wealthy crowd at the event, made the conscious decision to hire a black limousine for the day. He knew that arriving by taxi would have drawn unwanted attention and made him stand out. The driver opened the car door for Mo Shen, who stepped out of the limousine with grace. His every movement was imbued with elegance and commanded respect. No one would question his presence, as his aura alone conveyed confidence and power. In fact, many of the ladies present were drawn to him, subconsciously attracted to his charm. He ignored the women's gazes and continued walking toward the entrance. He deemed them unworthy of his attention and was more focused on the presence of four
Inside the auction room, a handsome young man and a stunningly beautiful woman were locked in a gaze.Mo Shen remained composed, studying the beautiful woman's words for any hidden meaning. His thoughts spun with possibilities, each with its own motivations, but he held back, waiting for her response.She smirked, "Relax, I'm just curious about your demeanor. It's intriguing."Mo Shen's tone sharpened, "Can you be more straightforward? The word 'interesting' is getting old."Her smile never wavered in the face of Mo Shen's harsh words, showing that she was not easily perturbed by his rude behavior."Please, let me introduce myself first," Bao Chin said, extending her hand with a smile that lit up the room. Her allure was undeniable, but Mo Shen remained unaffected. "I'm Mo Tan," he replied, giving her a false name as he took her hand in a handshake. "Bao means 'treasure' in Ancient Chinese. Your Chinese heritage is apparent, but your Korean proficiency is remarkable."Mo Shen comment