I opened my eyes and sat up in the chair, and the jet was already landing.As we descended into Miami, I looked out the window, and took in the beautiful landscape below. The sun-soaked beaches and glittering skyscrapers seemed a world away from the deadly games I had just endured.The aircraft landed softly with a gentle thud, and the flight attendant's voice echoed through the cabin, announcing our arrival. Stephanie gathered her belongings, and we made our way off the jet. The warm air from the city of Florida greeted us as we stepped out onto the airfield.Several sleek black cars were parked waiting for us, and we were transported to a luxurious hotel overlooking the ocean. We arrived there not long after, and the drive was mostly uneventful.We approached the reception desk, and the receptionist, a young man, handed us keycards for our respective rooms. "We hope you enjoy your stay," he said with a warm smile, and I appreciated his friendly yet professional tone.Stephanie
I woke up the next morning feeling rejuvenated and relaxed.My experience with Noelle was just what I needed to get back on my feet, and I had only one thing on my mind at that point: Getting stronger.‘Genesis, display my status window,’ I thought.[Understood. Displaying status…]STATUS WINDOW Name: Damon Darhk Race: Human (Ready for upgrade.) Title: Please choose a title.Class: Please choose a class. Level: 10 Exp: 500/9000SP: 10000HP: 97/100 (In peak condition)Mana: 0STATS Strength: [19] Agility: [21] Intelligence: [38] Vitality: [27] Luck: [12]Charm: [15]SKILLS The Transcendent One (Unique Skill): Level [∞]Thought Acceleration: S rank skill: Level [1]Unbreakable: B+ skill: [Lev
“My stats have gone up quite a lot, even after training for over a year, I'm only still at level 115? I'll have to find new places to level up. Genesis, explain the new skill and item I obtained from the training dimension,” I said.[Endless Endurance is an impressive skill that you've managed to unlock, Damon. This A-rank skill enables you to maintain your peak physical performance for extended periods of time without suffering from fatigue. It's an invaluable asset in battles that require sustained effort, or when facing multiple opponents.As you grow more adept with this skill, your body will learn to recover more quickly, allowing you to push your limits even further. It will also improve your overall stamina, granting you an edge in any situation that demands a great deal of energy or focus.The sword you've obtained is a unique weapon, forged in the heart of the training dimension. As you've experienced, this realm possesses its own distinct properties, which the sword has abso
I felt a mix of excitement and relief, and I couldn't help but smile as I asked Michael about the next steps. "So, what do we need to do now? Is there any paperwork or negotiations that need to be handled?"His confidence knew no bounds. "Don't worry, Damon. I'll take care of absolutely everything. Just sit back and let me work my magic. Before you know it, we'll have a lucrative partnership with these Saudi Arabian investors, and our oil business will be on the fast track to success."I felt assured when I heard this, and I nodded, even though he knew Michael couldn't see me. "Alright, I trust you. Keep me posted on any updates or if you need anything from me."Before ending the call, I couldn't help but ask about the deal with Pineapple. "By the way, have we received any word from Pineapple? Are they still trying to do business with us?"Michael let out a chuckle. "Not yet, Damon. But you're right, sooner or later they'll come to their senses and realize they can't keep stalling fo
****Four years later.‘Oh, how the years have flown by,’ I thought to myself as I mounted the podium to give my speech.As I stepped onto the graduation hall's stage, I couldn't help but marvel at how quickly the past four years had passed. I was dressed in a flowing graduation gown, and had my cap perched atop my head.I had a colorful sash raped around my neck, and I felt a surge of pride and nostalgia.The auditorium was filled with excited chatter and anticipation, as my fellow graduates, their families, and friends eagerly awaited my speech.The sea of faces in the crowd seemed to blur together, but I could pick out the beaming faces of Michael, Emily, and other loved ones who had come to support me on this momentous day.I approached the podium, and adjusted the microphone.I cleared my throat as I prepared to address the audience. Taking a deep breath, I began, "Standing here today, surrounded by my peers and loved ones, I am filled with gratitude and a sense of accomplishme
****I made my way to my car and threw my belongings into the back seat.I closed the door and rested on the side of the car, I was very tired.I noticed someone approaching me from my right, and I turned to see Tucker, who was beaming with a smile on his face and two other people I couldn't recognize, probably his parents.As they came closer, it became evidentt that they were indeed his parents, and their eyes were filled with gratitude and warmth."Mom, Dad, this is Damon," Tucker introduced, with a sense of pride. "He's the one I've been telling you about."I extended my hand to Tucker's father, giving him a firm handshake – a handshake between two men who understood the significance of the moment. "It's a pleasure to meet you, sir," I said, with a steady and sincere voice.I turned to Tucker's mother, and opened my arms, inviting her into a warm embrace. As I hugged her, she whispered a heartfelt "Thank you," and her voice trembled with emotion. I felt my shoulder getting damp
However, I still felt like I was lacking in so many ways.This was the result of countless years spent in different training simulations and four years in the real world.In that time I'd completed various quests, traveled to other worlds to unlock my mana cores, obtained several races and classes and so much more.And yet, I still felt under prepared for what was to come.One thing was for sure though, whatever came toward me for a fight, I wouldn't go down that easily.I got close to the porch and was about to open the door when it opened suddenly from the inside.“Welcome home Master Damon,” the voice from inside said, it was Benjamin.I made up my mind that I would take him out of the shackles of working for the Darhk family and give him the life he truly deserves back then, and I did.It took a lot of effort and persuasion to get him to accept, but after a couple of months of me constantly pestering him, he agreed.The funny part was that he refused to take my money and enjoy his
He sat up and began to scream loudly.“Get away! Get back!” He screamed frantically without looking in any particular direction.I walked up to him and bent down next to him.“Hey, hey, look at me,” I said while snapping his fingers in front of his face.“Uh, huh, who-who are you?” He asked as he tried to get his bearings. “Argh, my head,” he groaned in pain.“Benjamin, please fetch me a damp towel and an ice pack for him, he seems to still be in shock,” I said and he nodded in response, instantly leaving to carry out my request.[Damon, you do realize you don't need to go through such a hassle to get the information you need right?]‘Oh really? And what do you think an easier method would be?’ I thought.[You can utilize your advanced sensory and cognitive abilities to analyze his physiological responses and determine if he is being truthful or deceptive, Damon. By questioning him directly, you can monitor his heart rate, breathing patterns, and other signs to detect any indications