2025-01-27 15:22:26After class, recruits splilled into the corridors, talking amongst themselves. Adam walked beside Eve and Alec, his thoughts still tangled in the weight of the lesson.
Then, a voice called from behind.
“Reed!”
Adam stopped. He knew that voice.
Turning, he found himself face-to-face with Alden Vaelis, one of the highest-ranked Pures in their regiment.
Tall, with short silver hair and piercing blue eyes, Alden carried himself with effortless arrogance. He wasn’t just any Pure, he was a prodigy. An S-ranked cadet, rumored to be one of the strongest in their generation. Everyone knew him.
He gave a speech on behalf of the cadets that was broadcasted over the seven Arcs. Of course, Adam knew him.
“But how did he know me?” Adam wondered.
Alden looked at Adam as if he were an anomaly, something that shouldn’t exist.
“I’ve been hearing some interesting things about you,” he said, folding his arms.
Adam didn’t blink. “Oh yeah? Like what?”
Alden’s lips curled into a smirk. “That an Outcast thinks he can stand on equal footing with us.”
The air grew tense. Recruits stopped to watch, whispering amongst themselves.
Eve narrowed her eyes. “Walk away, Vaelis.”
Alden barely spared her a glance.
“I’m not talking to you, Reed. Your brother here needs a reminder of where he stands.” He said.
Adam clenched his fists. “Then remind me.” he responded with fury.
Alden’s smile widened. “Gladly.” He said in a soft sadistic tone.
Before Adam could react, Alden moved.
A blur. A shift in the air. He was gone.
Then pain.
Alden appeared in a blur before Adam, his fist slammed into Adam’s gut, knocking the wind out of him. Adam staggered backwards, but before he could regain his footing.
At this point, Alden was already behind him, sweeping his legs out from behind.
Adam hit the ground hard, his vision blurring away.
He tried to move, but Alden’s boot pressed against his chest, pinning him down.
The whispers turned into stunned silence.
Alden leaned down, his voice barely above a whisper. “You’re not ready.”
Adam gritted his teeth. He pushed against Alden’s foot, struggling, but it was useless. The strength gap was too much. He would not even be given the chance to summon his primordial light.
Alden wasn’t Bryan. He wasn’t some spoiled Ascendant with a superiority complex. He was a Pure, a real one. And he was stronger. Faster. Better.
The realization struck Adam harder than the punch.
He wasn’t ready. He wasn’t strong enough.
Not yet.
Alden removed his foot and stepped back. “Stay in your lane, Outcast,” he said. “Unless you want to end up broken.”
Then he turned and walked away.
Adam lay there, his breath heavy. His chest burned from exertion, his pride even more.
Eve crouched beside him, her expression unreadable. “Are you okay?” she asked.
Adam exhaled, forcing himself to sit up. “Yeah. I will be fine.” He said, avoiding her gaze.
But he wasn’t.
For the first time since arriving at Arc Aegis, he had thought—truly thought—that he was strong enough to take on a Pure.
He had been wrong.
A cold, harsh truth settled over him.
He was still weak.
But weakness could be fixed.
As Alden disappeared down the corridor, Adam made himself a promise.
Next time, I won’t lose.
When Adam stood on his feet, the system window flared.
You have earned 3 EXP points.
He was shocked, but the realization sank in.
He started laughing loudly.
“That’s how it is. I see, then I shall exploit it.” He said.
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EPISODE 19: Reality Check
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EPISODE 17: The Test of Potential
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EPISODE 16: Team Battle
A special reward? Adam wondered. The system had never used such terminology before. It always stated what the rewards of the missions it gave him were, so what exactly counts as a special reward.But Adam had no time to figure out what the special reward was.As soon as Darius gave the order, the team battle erupted instantly.Jaxon’s group moved aggressively towards Adam’s group, charging forward with overwhelming force. Adam barely had time to react before Jaxon was on him, swinging a heavy metal baton straight for his ribs.Adam instinctively raised his Primordial Light sword. It shimmered brightly as it met Jaxon’s attack. For a moment, it held firm, but the sheer force of the strike caused cracks to form along the glowing blade.Weapon Integrity: 70%. The system interface displayed in a translucent window that only Adam could see.Adam gritted his teeth in shock, countering with a quick slash aimed at Jaxon’s shoulder. Jaxon saw the attack and twisted out of the way, his speed un
EPISODE 15: Combat Training begins.
The next day day arrived, the morning sun shone brightly over Arc Aegis, casting a golden glow over the expansive training grounds where recruits stood in formation, anticipation was heavy in the air.Today was another important day for their combat and ability training. It was their introduction to utilising their abilities in combat, two classes in one go just like Commander Astra had informed them the day before.When they arrived at the hall, a large projection screen was put on the wall with a breakdown of 20 groups, each with 5 members.Adam adjusted the collar of his standard-issue military uniform, glancing at the faces around him, looking for his group members. Class 7 stood in orderly rows, awaiting instruction.His sister, Eve, was nearby, her icy blue eyes scanning the field with a quiet determination. Beside her was Alec standing, a broad-shouldered Ascendant with golden hair carrying a massive shield strapped to his back.Just like Marcus, Alec had awoken a unique body s
EPISODE 14: Class Assignment
Class Seven assembled in a specialized training hall, its walls lined with holographic panels depicting combat scenarios. Commander Darius strode in, his presence commanding immediate silence. Behind him were two women, each of them was a silver-grade commander, with the same three silver stars on their shoulders.“Welcome to class seven,” he began, his tone both stern and encouraging.“You are here because of a randomized computer matching. You all have good potential to become strong. But potential means nothing without effort. Your training here in Aegis consists of three different fields. Combat, history and Ability. Each class is assigned three Commanders as their teachers. As many of you already know, my name is Darius Kane and for the next two years, I will be your class combat instructor. Your combat classes are held three times a week.” He said, stepping backwards.One of the women stepped forward to the podium. She was a young woman, her golden hair was an indicator of her c
EPISODE 13: The Journey Begins
Adam stood in the testing chamber, his eyes glowing faintly golden, his thoughts racing. The new sensation coursing through his body was like nothing he’d ever felt before. He could hear the quiet hum of vast energy pulsing just beneath his skin.The recruits were led to a sprawling simulated outdoor training field on the other section of the awakening chamber, right after the awakening session has completed.The atmosphere buzzing with a mix of excitement and tension. The field was a massive expanse of reinforced earth and artificial grass, ringed by towering holographic panels that displayed ongoing activities and records of legendary soldiers who have passed through the same process.Commander Darius stood before them, with his sharp gaze scanning the group.“Today, you will begin to familiarize yourselves with your newfound abilities. Over time, you will learn to control your awakened powers. This is critical. Untrained abilities are a liability, not an asset. You have the rest of
EPISODE 12: Awakening 2.
Eve nodded, her calm exterior unbroken, but Adam saw the faint smile tugging at her lips. She had done it, she has broken through the limitations imposed on them.As Eve joins the group on the other segment of the chamber, Adam notices Marcus glaring at her, his jealousy barely concealed. Adam knew immediately that they would face more challenges, but for now, they are taking a significant step forward.Adam’s name came after a few others. He stepped forward, his strides steady, his gaze fixed ahead. He felt the weight of countless eyes, some filled with disdain, others with curiosity.He proceeded inside the awakening pod and sat as instructed. The robotic arm inside the pod injected him with the vial of the awakening serum on his arm. The serum flowed into his veins like liquid fire. His vision blurred, and his body felt as though it were being pulled apart and rebuilt simultaneously.His pod began vibrating and shaking rigorously, pulsing white light before becoming engulfed in a b
