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2024-10-29 19:42:56After what his father had told him he still as no intention of leaving their corpse. He was still clinging to the corpse. Chris eyes had swollen due to excessive tears and his heart was shattered
* * *The chaos finally came to an end. with a very tragic outcome. The entire world was reduced to nothing. Losing its form. The world became a barren place unable to produce anything any more.* * *After a while, Chris stood up to analyze the situation of the environment, and how things would play out if he decides to leave, but all he could see was a empty area of land with no sign of life or plant. He could also hear and see other citizens around the environment.Chris was so relieved, of the company around him. he realized that he was not alone. As soon as he was about to sit on the floor he heard a very strange noise.Roar!..Immediately people started running in fear with no direction of where they are going. Chris was so confused, his guild went up a notch higher. Trying to find the thing, that had been making so much commotion, he didn't want to run away, leaving behind he parents body."...What...is...that?! he muttered to himself silently, as he saw a cat, dog, and cock. Turning into a gigantic creature. he was paralyzed by the thought of he own death, he couldn't move his legs, at that moment he peed on himself.He heard another roaring from the other side. suddenly he turned his head to look.some group were defending themselves from the beasts with some kind of ability, at the same time they were running away with fear.* * *After the break down phenomenon every living thing around began to evolve into something else. The animals suddenly turn into gigantic beasts, and human gaining inhuman power.* * *Chris gathered all of his courage, so he can go and join the group that had been defending themselves. leaving his parents corpse was very hard decision for him, but at the same time he remembered promising to survive.As Chris was about to take a fifth step, he suddenly saw the group being massacred by one of the creature. killing even does with abilities with ease.Chris lost is hope of escaping the nightmare. He then began to run carelessly with no direction, thinking he would escape, but unknowing to him that the cat like creature speed was immensely fast. Faster than a the fastest vehicle ever.Suddenly Chris was confronted by the creature. All he could see was his own life flashing before his eyes. His sight began to deemed, he was about to loose his consciousness. At the meantime he could still glance at the environment. he also saw his parents body been eaten by one of the creature.They tried devouring Chris body, but his body vanished with no trace.Suddenly Chris gained little of his consciousness. He opened his eyes slowly, but he was unable to move his body. "where is this?!" he was confused. He found himself in a place, dark as void, but yet he was able to more clearly than before.[YOU ARE NOW THE MASTER OF THE: INFINITE WINDOW DIMENSION (FRAME OF VOID) YOU CAN NOW VIEW YOUR STATUS WINDOW AS YOU WISH]"...What is this...?" He muttered to his self as he read the strange message that had appeared on his retina.[System Master: Christopher Maxwell-Goals Achieved: 0Race: HumanJob: NoneTitle: NoneStrength: 0() / Agility: 10() / Health: -0() / Stamina: 0() l Master Operating skill: 2%/ Magic energy: infinite]* * *Chris body was slim, but under his clothes were very nice muscles due to his contact taekwondo practice at school, as well as work out. considering that the number in parentheses shown in his status window was the base for a normal person"Magic...Are you kidding magic...,?!" He looked at the word magic with wide eyes.Magic! A classic element of fantasy movie and light novels! Now, not only that strange windows appeared, that seem to display things about him, also was the magic thing.Suddenly another window pop out right on his front, floating in mind air with an unbelievable massage on it.[REVERSAL MENU-TIME REVERSAL: only to the time after the chaosLIFE REVERSALEVENT REVERSALINJURIES REVERSAL]Chris could see them clearly but was unavailable to move his body to touch it. At that moment Chris sighed lightly and close is eyes as bunch of memories flashed in his memory, at lightning speed. Although those memories hurt, but he never forget the promise he made to his father.* * *"I am not dying today, neither am I planning on dying soon. I have so many things to live for!" Immediately Chris gather all the strength he could annex, and raised his right hand to touch the last menu.................A manly wind keep flowing with enough force to push a grown man back ward, and the entire area was ghost quite.Chris slowly began to gain consciousness. His hands sprawled over his head. he was not dreaming but sound of wind began to through his slumber. suddenly he woke up with shock.He began to blink his eyes until it was stable, starring at the wasteland around him, he quickly open his clothes to look at his injuries. to his surprise all was heal up, even his clothes that was all torn, was also fixed." Welcome back MASTER!" A female voice sounded in Chris head." what the fuck is going on?!" Chris was confused. " who are you, show your self?!"" my name is Arachne, your personal assistant. I could show you an image of my designed self to you, if you wish!" she replied." Thing keep getting worst and worst. Hey, forget about the ' Show your self stuff I said.' Am I dead?!" Chris asked."No master, you are probably more alive than before. The you have asleep for about five days." she replied after." So you mean I have been asleep for five day? there is really nothing that will surprise now after what I saw that day." Chris said with a calm voice.The whole world he knew had changed and what his eyes saw that day impacted so much to his confidence and personality.Master you can now check your status update.
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The remnants of the world: Monarch of the ruins 3. Leveling up
Immediately the status window reappeared on his retina.[ System Master: Christopher Maxwell-Race: HumanJob: NoneTitle: NoneStrength: 10()/ Agility: 10()/ Health: 100% / Stamina: 12 ()/ Intelligence: 21(10)/ Instincts: 10()/ System operating skill: 10%/ Magic energy: infinite]But this time some attributes, where added. After the display another floating window appeared on his front with a different message. " Am I suppose to do all this exercise?" He was surprised of the exercise listed in the message, and the amount he had to do in each one.[ Training quest is now available; preparations to become strong:Push-ups: 150 times: incomplete (0/150)Sit-up: 150 times: incomplete(0/150)Squat: 150 times: incomplete (0/150)Running: 30 km: incomplete (0/30 km)YES TO CONFIRM- NO TO DECLINE]* Warning: failure to complete the task will result to appropriate penalty." Let's see if I can do this!"Chris said yes to confirm the quest. Soon after, Chris fell to the ground and started wit
The remnants of the world: Monarch of the ruins 4. A Close Battle.
Before Chris could sigh in relief and relax his nerves, six more big ant matching from a little distance growling in is direction.Due to ants nature of pack movement, it was right to expect more coming.However, Chris didn't panic and quickly grip the dagger tightly. As he wait for the right time to strike. After spending some time to think, he realized that there was nothing to be done, all he could do his attack them, as he did to the previous 2 ant.Immediately he took of with a more intense speed, this time they could not even keep up with his speed. Chris rushed straight for their core.As soon as he got the last one at the back, he tighten his muscles, griping the dagger more tight. He quickly stabbed the ant on its core with force enough to pull of the ant head from its body, and also coursing a very big impact on the ground.Before the rest of the ant could react, to what was happening at the back he quickly finish them up with five strike on each with speed.[ You acqui
The remnants of the world: Monarch of the ruins 5. The Survivors cave
Chris was so very furious, then walk up to Luke and said, "you mean you can't think before doing something, huh! What if for instance, that shockwave coming from your freaking hand is strong than you anticipated. Did you know what will happen, it would have sliced me in two, and now you talking as if you don't care!"Luke realized that the entire group was looking at them while waitin for his reply, but he did not want to make a bad impression, and said, "no, I care about you, each one of you. I knew that the cut would not get to him that was why I did it, it was not of bad motives." Soon after talking Luke whispered into Chris ear, and said, " you know! I put a lot of strength into that one, I am even surprised that I am talking to you right now, you should have being a dead corpse now. But it seems you are not ready to die yet. Everything I do his just for survival, so don't blame my actions."Chris just stood there, he was unable to say anything. After a while the status window ap
The remnants of the world: Monarch of the ruins 6. The Self Proclaimed Leaders
" Why are you lying to me?! are you saying you fight those creatuers with your normal strength?" The guy asked." Yeah, is there a problem with that? If you do not believe me then ask him."Chris pointed out to Luke, and also giving him an eye signal.Immediately Luke understand and turned to the guy, who was walking around them and said, " yeah, yeah, that's true just his normal strength nothing else." He nodded his head severally while talking.The guy that was talking to them was at the same time keeping his cool to impress the other. So he didn't want to start anything weird. He then smiled and said, " I see! So that is what happened?" Chris and Luke just nodded their head as an answer, while he continued, " You said, your name is Chris, huh? I know somebody name Chris that look just like you, and had the same name as you but you are more taller and muscular than him. Are you anyway related to the Maxwell's?"Chris was surprised, he try to identify the face of the guy, if it was so
The remnants of the world: Monarch of the ruins 7. Meeting and Plans
Without waiting for much time for them to leave, he closed his eyes and wiched to learn the new updates in the windows.Chris immediately felt a slight pricking in his mind that instead of being painful, was uncomfortable.[Martial arts of self defense, fighting skills to kill an opponent in the shortest amount of time possible depending on the circumstances, control over bladed weapon, knowledge about fire arms as well as the correct way such weapons works and the optimal way of using them]So much information flooded Chris brain, it was so much information that for several seconds his mind went blank not knowing how to react.He look at his hand in disbelief and couldn't help but mutter, " that's how strong the movies superhero were. Is this truly reality...?"At that moment, only he himself knew how horribly strong he had become. His stats had not changed since after he last check it, but Chris was confident that if he met the boss ant again, he could finish it off in less than som
The remnants of the world: Monarch of the ruins 8. Imprisonment
So far Sarah's speech and explanation were extremely logical. It was precisely for that reason no one had interrupted her untill now and even the teachers only watched from the sidelines without saying anything about it.She was the only one among the self proclaimed leaders who was truly worthy of being a leader.What no one expected, however, was that a voice would abruptly interrupt." Wait a moment. I want to move alone"Everyone's eyes automatically turned to the person who had just spoken with different expressions.Henry and his other gang of four people had an expression that looked unsure whether to cry or laugh, Luke looked too stupefied to react, and the teachers had different kinds of thoughts that their expression gave away.In the other hand, Sarah gave Chris a slightly weary look and said coldly, "You want to go alone? Are you crazy?"Chris remain unperturbed and did not care about the expression of the expression of the beautiful girl in front of him. Calmly, he slowl
The remnants of the world: Monarch of the ruins 9. Leveling up(part 2)
Chris was confused for a moment, on how she jumped from their previous conversation and trying to change the topic, " wait. I don't understand what is going on. How can you just leave me hanging on the truth. I don't understand what's really going on? Just forget about it I will just go alone with what ever you say for now."Arachne knew that Chris was pissed of, but he decided to play it cool, she felt bad for not being able to tell him the truth, "Thanks for understanding, I really appreciate."However, when he heard Arachne's words, he understood that it was not really her intention."So. What should I do to become more stronger." Chris thought went back to the word Arachne told him earlier and said, "Wait, did you really maen I can break that barrier if I grow more stronger, like I can actually distroy something as strong as that. You know I try punching it that time at the entrance of the cave, but it seems to have no effect."Arachne gave out a very heavy sigh and said, "The que
The remnants of the world: Monarch of the ruins 10. Time Skip
Years passed and Chris grew more mature, like a fifteen year old boy in a eighteen years old body, living in the inner cave that was turned into prison for him. For the past years he did not felt as if he was imprisoned anymore, because of the intense quest training he had been doing for the past three years, without missing a day.Unfortunately for those past year, Chris had an inmate that was brought in one year ago, a mature man who was badly injured at that time. They both grew to be good friends for the past one year."Hey. Mr joe, what do you think about my body, these are the results of my intense training."Joe looked at Chris who was half naked and making muscles pose. He was surprised that Chris body was so intimidating, but he had no intention of complimenting or rating him so he just said, "You are getting nowhere with your so called 'intense' training I can't see one thing that as improved in you.""You know your words are always opposite of what you are saying, but you k
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36. reunion
Chris trudged through the wasteland, his eyes scanning the horizon for any sign of the settlement. Few day had passed since he last spoke with the old trader, and Chris's concern had grown into a gnawing sense of urgency. He had tried everything to find the settlement - scouring the wasteland, but he kept going the wrong way even after they point him to the right direction, he began to question himself of his mental health calling out for Arachne. But every lead had ended in disappointment.Just as Chris was starting to lose hope, he spotted a figure in the distance. She was a young woman, dressed in tattered clothing and carrying a rifle slung over her shoulder. As she drew closer, Alex saw that she was a scout, her eyes scanning the horizon with a practiced intensity."Who are you?" Chris asked, his stance was already prepared to fight. "My name is Ava," the scout replied, her voice firm and confident. "I'm from New Eden. What brings you to this place?"Chris hesitated, unsure how
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35. Meeting back with the Emperor
"Don't worry, everything is going to be ok sooner or later!"Chris, still recovering from his ordeal, knew that he had to repay the survivors who had saved his life. He remembered about the crystal settlement that as become his ally, a place where people still lived in relative peace and security, and loyal to them self now. He decided to take the survivors there, to give them a chance at a new life.As they set out, Chris led the way, with his little knowledge of the wasteland guiding them through the treacherous terrain. Marcus, Sarah, Jake, and Emily followed closely behind, their eyes scanning the horizon for any signs of danger.The journey was long and arduous, but but pushed on, driven by a sense of responsibility. He knew that he had to get the survivors to safety, no matter what.After days of traveling, they finally saw it - the settlement, nestled in a valley surrounded by crystal walls. Chris's heart swelled with pride and relief as he led the survivors through the gates.
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34. An Encounter With new survivors
He kept running with all his speed just to escape the terror. He thought since Chris did not defeat the beast he himself would not stand a chance, but he didn't know the true reason Chris did not defeat the beast.As night fell, Luke spotted a light on the horizon. He stumbled towards it, his heart pounding in his chest. Maybe it was a signal fire, a beacon of hope in the darkness.As he drew closer, he saw that it was a figure, standing atop a rocky outcropping, a torch held aloft. The figure was shrouded in shadows, but Luke could sense their gaze, piercing and intense."Who are you?" the figure called out, their voice carrying across the wasteland.Luke hesitated, unsure of how much to reveal. But something about the figure's tone put him at ease."I'm a survivor," he said, his voice barely above a whisper. "I'm headed for New Eden."The figure nodded, their torch dipping in acknowledgement."I can help you," they said. "But we have to move, now. The beast is closing in."Together,
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33. Separation
To be sincere, Arachne has been the only person that Chris as surely trusted, because she have saved him countless time also given him advices, so he doubtful trust that Arachne had his best interest. But now he is doubting her loyalty...... After a long time of having an awful conversation, they finally ended it with quarrel. Arachne didn't risk telling him the truth, instead he made Chris think what he wants. And after some while, the long day became dark as the moon rise, but inside the room was still as bright as day, the only way Chris was able to notice was because of the little open in the room, where air pass through.As Chris sat on the hard platform that was made for sleeping, the unforgiving surface seemed to press into his bones, a constant reminder of his wakefulness. He had been sitting there for two hours, his mind racing with thoughts and worries about Arachne that refused to subside.The bed, a crystal constructed platform, offered no comfort, no softness to cradle
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32. Discussion about things
After some while of each person pledging their allegiance, the occasion finally came to an end."Now that we're done with all that! There is a subject that has been on my mind ever since, and I will really like the both of us to talk about it. It is about the cosmic Lords." The emperor said." What about them?" Chris asked."Now that all this as happened, it won't take long before the cosmic Lords find out we working with someone else now, and if that happens! We would be putting lots of people lives in danger." The emperor said." There is really not much thing to say about that! just keep pretending for your people sake, maybe you could even get close to them enough to extract information of their next move and other things." Chris pointed out.The emperor out of curiosity asked, " And how would I do that, it is not like I have ever give them any information they want, the last time dey gave me a task, I by all means find a way to avoid it."At first Chris wanted to continue with
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31. The battle outcome
Chris just kept talking until he got to where Frank is. Frank was struggling standing up, he was not able to raise is other knee from the ground, he really took a lot of damage from that punch. But all Frank is doing is pretending, waiting for the right time to strike... because this battle is far from over. Frank thought by acting like he has given up, Chris would lower is guard.Unfortunately for him Chris was already anticipating his next attack, so Chris guard, was all up. ****Meanwhile!Luke began to laugh out so loudly, that he Court the attention of all the people watching the duel.Followed by the laugh was, "What did I tell you? I told you he would win, and you see I was right! I thought you all were cheering for your champion?! Why not cheer for his failure now, huh!"" Why are you causing so much ruckus, keep it down is not like the fight his even over yet, there are still lot to see just calm down." The emperor said to Luke.Luke, with a big grin on his face looked at t
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30. Chris vs Frank
" Back to what I was saying. Mr Frank's abilities are; super enhanced strength, super enhanced speed, weapon mastery, super enhanced durability, and also enhanced perception. You wouldn't want to mess with him. As for your friend there, I think he is in deep shit now." The emperor emperor pointed out, as he turned his gaze back to the battle ground.Luke who was curious ever since clear out his doubt, and also face his gaze to battle ground, and said, "You think so? Then let us watch till the end. As you said before 'they are things to witness here."It didn't take much time for the courtyard to get surrounded with people. All the citizens of the settlement also came out to watch the duel.***WHOOSH!!What Chris saw again was a shadow on his face. He wanted to retaliate but it was too late, all he could do was, jump back wards again for the third time, but this time he was injured badly. His right hand in joint location of his shoulder was cut to the bones leaving a little flesh, th
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29. The Duel
"No... No, it's nothing like that I swear. If I really want to stop you, did you think I will be here sitting, and chit chatting with you…? Instead, I would have just contacted them last night, that I have someone who have what they want here in my settlement."" And they will come, running." The emperor briefly enlightened Chris.Chris became curious of the emperor words, " what do you mean by 'what they want' I don't understand."" Oh! About that. They have been searching for a specific ability, ever since they arrive here, I don't know all the details, but I think that ability they are looking for, sounds as threat to their existence and goals." The emperor pointed out." In that' case, we have a deal then. Since we have nothing else to talk about, me an my partner here will be taking our leave. We have no reason on wasting much time here. " Immediately Chris turn to the other side, facing the door.But, the emperor still have something on his mind to tell Chris, but he had doubts,
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28. The Made Alliance.
The room became ghost quiet. All of them were busy searching through their brains for the right thing to do. "Since nobody has any other suggestions. We should go ahead and invite him tomorrow! Maybe we could also learn one or two from him.... At the moment, things around this part of the world, is not really adding up. What do you all say?" The emperor said in a sudden tone.The man standing behind him, looked at him with a grin on his face and said, "That is very much true! It's not like fighting will bring anything good, but I will surely also like to test his strength!"The emperor, who was fill with sudden surprise, of the immediate grin on the man behind him. He couldn't help but smile and said, "Yeah that's right, but don't do anything stupid... because this is the first time I have truly seen you feel interested for something. In that case let's all go and enjoy the night with a good sleep, and await what will happen tomorrow."Immediately, all of the people present in the ha
