The present.The same day in the hospital.[The Shop sells weapon and its upgrades, items, tools, and cards. Your trading points will either increase or decrease after you made a transaction. Given your slightly meticulous nature, I have also added the log feature where you can check your trading points earning and transaction history.]I almost choked on my macaroni. Not because I felt insulted, but because it was funny to me. If I can be honest to myself, I am not ‘that’ meticulous.But maybe the System is judging me like that based on the performance I’ve put up. Like making strategies and preparing things for the mission.“Eien no mamayoni?” Clarita, or Rita, Terrence’s little sister looked at me with a frown.I should’ve just enjoy this visit, but I just couldn’t help it. So I’m studying while babysitting this lovely little lady.She must’ve thought I don’t like the food, which makes her sad because mac and cheese is her favorite.The interface disappears and I smile at her. “No,
I didn’t notice that my reaction surprised Rita, and now she’s looking at me in confusion.‘If it’s magic cards… Do you mean I can finally use magic?’ I asked the System.[Yes.]I gulp hard. ‘Real magic?!’[Yes.]I instantly cough.Terrence’s mother instantly springs to her feet and brings me water.“Take it easy, sweetie…” She rubbed my back softly as I gulp some water.Rita pointed at me. “Mamayoni shtuck.”I hear a snort which followed by a slap from the other bed in the room.“I-I’m fine.” I said.“Are you sure?” Terrence’s mother asked in concern.“Yes. It flowed down already. I’m good.” I forced a smile.Terrence’s mother shakes her head and sits back with Jake’s mother.I sigh helplessly. ‘That was so embarrassing. Who the hell choked on mac and cheese?’I feel small hands patting my chest. “Eien okay. Okay.”I couldn’t help but smile at Rita. “Thank you, Rita.”Rita smiles at me and points to the water bottle in my hand.“Oh, I’ll drink again later.”She shakes her head and po
As soon as it was done updating, I see the total had changed into 2763.It makes me frown deeply because I’m surprised it only adds up 563 points after all those things I’ve done. And I could only use it either to buy a grenade or a magic card. I don’t think it’s fair.‘Is it really the accumulation of my points?’ I wonder as I scroll through the list. It’s very detailed in my points earning.The 27 points had been multiplied by 10 which makes it 270 TP. And the other big points I have earned is that extra points for the “Baby Kapo” collectible.The Sujin swarm that I killed with my bomb in 15th floor, is also listed here. It has been accumulated into 26 points which means I have killed 26 of them at once.Shutting down the Connector crystals gives me 15 TP, which was quite generous. But I kinda wished it would give me more because the effort of going into the Control Room is very, very hard.I almost died multiple times, and yet, it only adds up 500 TP for my effort.It’s… Unfair.‘H
A few days after the horrendous incident of Tower hijacking, a ceremony was held to respect the fallen victims from the incident in the Center Square.The president gave his speech after the ceremony, declaring that they will be opening a charity which donations would be given to the victims’ family.Meanwhile, the reparation for the infrastructure damages would be taken from the city’s fund and he would make sure that there will be no overlapping between the two.This statement is supported by the people who attended the event, which crowd had accumulated more than 300 people. Teachers, the police, office workers, students, everyone was there to pay their respects.After that, life had more or less returned to normal.While the ceremony in the square was commencing, the Orion Terrace also held their own ceremony in their courtyard. Led by Mr. Radcliffe because the headmaster was attending the president’s ceremony, it went on in conducive and respectful atmosphere.After the ceremony,
The present. In the hospital, in the evening. As soon as I wake up, the System tells me it had reconsidered. So I close my eyes again and pretend to still be asleep. ‘So, how’s it gonna be?’ [Your gain from beating enemies will become 10 for monsters and 20 for bad individuals. Your gain from helping people will become 50-100 per people depends on the kind of assistance they need. Of course, if it is important, I will turn it into a side mission and reward you more. This point will not be limited per week, so you can help as many people as possible.] A glint appears in my eye. ‘If I helped a crowd of people, would the number of the people be accumulated too?’ [No. If it involves a great number of people, a fair number will be taken from the intensity of the problem and the effort given to solve that problem.] I fall dramatically. I thought I can just farm from helping people that way. But it seems to have read through me and prepared this in advance. ‘How about for levelling u
After filling that paper, the foot felt itchy and painful. Since I obviously couldn’t scratch it, we called the nurse and she gave me a pain killer to drink. It made me sleepy, so I just went to sleep right away.This is the next morning and I’m having breakfast.I realize Rita is not here, also last night.“Uh, mom? Where’s Rita?”“Oh, your father came to pick her up. It’s easier to take her home while she’s sleeping like that. I’m afraid she’ll cry when she has to say goodbyes.” Terrence’s mother smiled helplessly.I couldn’t disagree. Kids are hard to pull off when they got attached. So it’s better to take them when they put their guard down.“Okay.” I scoop egg into my mouth and continue eating.She comes over to rub my head. “Oh it’s alright, cinnamon roll. You can see her again soon. You’ll come home after a few more days, and you can spend more time with her.”I just respond with a nod and a hum.Beside the fact that I still want to cradle a cute toddler who’s obsessed with me,
“Pardon me, mam. But, recommend someone in my place?” I just wanted to confirm what I heard. Because she was raving just how amazing I was, and suddenly, she told me she wants me to recommend someone else. Did I really hear this right? Mrs. Harcourt nods. “Yes.” “Wait, wait. Just, why can’t I do it?” I asked. “Terrence! You’re still injured!” Terrence’s mother scolded me. Mrs. Harcourt nods in agreement. “We can’t force you to go like this, dear.” I thought she was going to give me an Elixir to help me cure this in an instant so I can be in the next event. But no? “You haven’t even told me when the next event is going to be. My injury would only take like, 3-4 weeks to recover and I’ll be good to go.” I said. “It will be up in 2 weeks. And we will not accept you forcing yourself for this. Which is why I asked you that question.” Mrs. Harcourt said. “Well, if you ask me, Mrs. Harcourt, that sounds bullshit to me.” I said. “Terrence! Language!” Mrs. Harcourt looked surprised.
I was just feeling good and confident that the world is going in my favor, but it seems like I’m looking too high up.Of course, it’s not going to be that easy.I might not have imagined that it would be a smooth sail after the 2nd exam, but it surely would’ve been sweet if it does.I just hope that my overconfidence wouldn’t land me somewhere nasty next time.“That talk just now brings too much steam here. I’m going to go buy something for us. What do you want, sweetie?” Terrence’s mother asked.“Anything cool, sweet, and refreshing is always okay.” I grinned.She smiles, knowing my taste. “Alright. Do you need to go to the bathroom before I leave?”I shake my head. “N-No.”“Okay. I’ll be right back. Don’t get into trouble while I’m not here.” She gives me soft pats on the cheek.I frown slightly. “I’m not one for trouble.”“I know. But you just showed me that you can hold your argument, and not many people appreciate being argued even though they are wrong. So…?” She raises her eyeb