He notices something familiar about the stranger staring at him—a tall muscular figure wearing dark sunglasses over bright green glowing irises. He appears to be roughly in his thirties.
There wasn't much else visible beside the strange eye color; otherwise, he appears normal. No distinguishing features stood out making him look rather nondescript.[Race detected: Aethalinae – Humanoid race][Realm: Earth]'Not fully human, then.' Aiden thinks carefully, deciding not to say anything since nothing seems wrong yet.[The Aethalinae were once humans whose ancestors found a way to cross and live thousands of years ago in Azeroth. They possess magical abilities due to being descendants of a cross-breed of humans and a mythical beast long gone. Their powers included telepathy, teleportation, healing spells, and illusion casting]Pointing upward, the man communicates telepathically, saying, "Beware of the Unseen Assembly!" Then vanishes instantly.A whirring sound echoes throughout the area as Aiden turns toward the sky. Above, a large silver disc hovers silently overhead. Its surface glows faint blue under its light source.It slowly descends closer to ground level, stopping right across from him. With a loud clunk, it opens wide enough allowing him entry inside.'Another weird gateway to Azeroth, huh?' He wonders aloud.[That's right]Inhaling deeply, he steps forward entering its blinding light.Zwp!–––––––––––In Draenor,After passing through several layers of security checks, he finds himself standing within what seems to be some sort of a waiting lounge. There aren't many people around save for those sitting patiently awaiting transport.Standing near the entrance, another young woman stares intently ahead watching her monitor display showing various destinations available via gateways.Her hair falls loosely past shoulder length covering most of the pale skin exposed underneath. Dark circles surround both brown almond-shaped eyes giving off an eerie appearance. It makes sense why she'd wear glasses given how sensitive their vision must have become living underground during daylight hours.'Why am I in a subway?' He questions his system.[You've arrived at Gate #1 (Draenor)][Gateway destination selected… You're now connected to Gateway Network. Please wait momentarily...]While still wondering why exactly he ended up in a subway, he hears someone calling his name.Looking behind, he spots two guys approaching him. One stands slightly taller than the other sporting a short black spiky hairstyle. The second wears a suit made entirely of leather armor including gloves, boots, and belt buckle. Both stand close together looking like brothers.Wrapping their hands around his neck, they pull him firmly between them, speaking simultaneously."Do you feel alright?" The shorter guy asks first. His voice sounds vaguely familiar though Aiden couldn't quite put his finger on it.As if answering his question, the taller guy adds, "We heard you got your ass kicked."Both laugh loudly, slapping Aiden's back repeatedly.With that said, they release him and step back away letting go completely.Standing alone again, Aiden looks closely at these guys trying hard to remember meeting either of them previously, but the memory uploads he received seem incomplete.'I don't know anyone here,' he realizes sadly.Turning abruptly towards the exit door leading outside, he walks quickly over to leave. But something stops him mid-stride.He turns sharply facing the pair and asks the first that comes to mind, "have I been summoned?""Brad, would you like to go first? We'll follow behind," offers the shorter.Shaking his head, Brad replies, "we shouldn't speak of it here; let us walk separately then meet later somewhere safe once our business has concluded."Greg nods, agreeing with the plan soiled in secrecy. They exchange knowing glances before walking apart heading in opposite directions.Leaving the station, Aiden follows along beside the building exiting onto a busy street lined with shops selling everything imaginable.Traffic roars incessantly above making conversation impossible.Greg waves toward one side, saying, "we should take care not to lose sight of each other." Then points further north beyond the buildings lining the road.Pointing southward, Greg continues: "There's always plenty happening downtown, especially since the Horde invaded."'Lyris? Nothing to input? What about my new friends?' asks Aiden confused.Nothing appears on the screen except for a blinking cursor.[Do not make the mistake to ask random questions, if it's important, I will tell you directly, host]–––––––––––They continue following separate paths crossing streets occasionally exchanging brief words about random topics.Finally converging upon what seems to be some sort of park area filled with people enjoying themselves under bright sunny skies.It takes several minutes to wait patiently among throngs of strangers standing shoulder to shoulder packed tightly against walls surrounding open grassy areas.'Do these people have a thing for gathering to meet something?' Aiden complains.Then suddenly, everyone begins moving forward slowly through narrow openings formed by others passing ahead. After stepping inside, the group moves deeper within the structure eventually coming across stairs descending below ground level.Once downstairs, another long line stretches endlessly, stretching far enough to block visibility.People move steadily past holding signs indicating how many were killed during recent battles. Many carry pictures showing loved ones lost forever due to war atrocities committed by the Unseen Assembly. Others hold placards demanding justice and peace.'What the fuck is going on here?! Why am I even involved in shit like this?!' Thinks Aiden angrily.[You are the right-hand man of the resistance leader, Mr. Smith, who happens also to have ties to Rydel, host.]Lyris' voice interrupts his thoughts.The mere mention of his father's name makes him pause momentarily and stare down blankly at nothingness. The pain is still fresh despite being gone almost three years ago.'What sort of mess were you into, dad?'Nudging him on the side, Greg whispers, "you okay buddy? You have been zoning out."Aiden shakes off the painful memories and smiles before responding. "Never been better!"Turning around and looking straight ahead, he sees dozens of men dressed similarly wearing black suits and carrying guns strapped securely beneath their arms. Each wears a badge identifying himself as part of the Lyridian Resistance Force (LRF). Their mission consists primarily of protecting civilians living near the Unseen Assembly's headquarters located nearby.It wasn't uncommon to see bodies lying dead everywhere throughout town—some burned alive, shot repeatedly, dismembered, decapitated.It seemed that every day brought something worse. And yet these guys seem unfazed!Brad walks over next to them, he turns to Aiden and asks quietly, 'How do you feel today?"Aiden replies honestly, "like hell, actually…but thanks anyway…"There is a loud bang followed by screams erupting from somewhere behind them.Brad looks back and then shouts, "We're getting close, let me know your status once we reach our destination."Turning away again, he yells, "Movement detected two blocks west; enemy forces have penetrated our security perimeter. Repeat, enemies breached outer defenses and are advancing rapidly towards inner sanctum!"[Warning, host! Hostile presence approaching fast]More explosions followed, echoing above street levels. It sounds closer than ever before. Brad glances briefly at Aiden asking, "Are you ready to go?"'That would be no.' Aiden wanted to say but a new message flashed before him.[Ability ready to use][Merit points needed for a grade one ability: 1000]"Aiden?!!!" Brad calls urgently.He quickly responds, "sure I'm ready when you are." Then adds sarcastically, "…as always."They continue walking toward whatever lies beyond those doors. As if following someone else instead of leading the way. They pass countless other groups heading in different directions along various paths winding between buildings.'Lyris, what ability is grade one?' wonders Aiden silently. [Ability unlocked – Enhancer Level 1, Grade One Ability available upon reaching the minimum required merit point total of 1000 points. A tradable skill set includes enhanced strength, speed, stamina, agility, reflexes, durability, and healing factor.][Would you like to activat
As night falls outside the window overlooking the sea, Brad sits next to Gregg as they chat. Aiden watches intently listening carefully to hear exactly what kind of mission awaits him once arriving at wherever they might end up. After hearing most of the story, he finally speaks up saying, "how long do we have to wait for him?"Brad raises a brow at first, but nods with a smile as he says, "boss sent us here to find you and bring you back alive…" then his eyes narrow as he continues, "or die doing our duty protecting humanity. . ."Their conversation ends abruptly when the sound of footsteps coming upstairs reaches their ears. They all get to their feet turning towards the stairs expecting whoever walks past must belong either to security or staff working overnight shifts somewhere downstairs. But neither appear anywhere close nor does anyone walk further down. Instead, they slowly make their way farther up, stopping short when seeing six sets of glowing red orbs glaring intensely a
There wasn't ever any mention before receiving instructions to come meet Mr. Smith. No details were given whatsoever concerning the nature of his assignment or possible dangers involved. All inquiries went unaddressed resulting in confusion.'Lyris' stats, please.' Aiden inquires, hoping to get a clear idea of his current progress or lack of it.–––––––––––[Name: Aiden Lancaster][Gender: Male][Age: 22][Level: 1][Height: 180cm][Inventory: 1][Spending Quota: $129700][Merit points: 1150][Ability: Enhancer]–––––––––––He looks down in disappointment, realizing that the restrictive spending quota could yield no positive results if he doesn't find a way to invest in something worthwhile.'I need to focus on earning my cash, that way I won't have to rely on my system.' He thinks with a smile. He takes a stroll through the streets, admiring the architecture surrounding him. Buildings rise high overhead towering over other buildings built centuries ago. Streets wind endlessly upwar
'How long have I known Rufus, Lyris?' Aiden inquires nervously staring at the lady who glares daggers directly into his eyes daring him to make trouble.[Two years in Azeroth]Answers Lyris, suddenly interrupting his train of thought.'Two goddamn years?! What the hell was my alternative version doing here at the time?!' Aiden exclaims in his thoughts.Rufus notices a change in his demeanor and continues shouting saying, "Don't play dumb with me jerk! We're done playing games together! If you think you got balls showing up here trying to act tough, you have to tell me why you came knocking on my damn doorstep!"'Does she have a name that only both of us know?' Aiden questions wondering how much time will pass before she realizes she's talking to Aiden with little recollection of the major events that led to their current situation. [She goes by the name of Rufus which is her codename. Her real identity is Risa Lan. She's been working undercover in this city for over two years now, but
In Collow,"Can I open my eyes? It feels like they've been closed forever," Risa whispers softly, hoping Aiden might answer back right away.They had crossed the dimension and into a lonely alley several miles from where Aiden's home is located.The sun's rays were beginning to set, casting long shadows across the ground and buildings surrounding them, giving the area a gloomy appearance that made it seem more dangerous than it is.'I can see so many things wrong with this situation,' Aiden thinks to himself, 'but I'm too tired to care if there might be consequences.'After all, Risa had helped him get back to Collow, and with her, he could constantly switch between both realms at his convenience.Ding![You may choose between three options: Not interested, Budding friendship, or In Love. You must select within five minutes or lose the option forever. (Choose wisely.)]'You naughty system...' Aiden teases Lyris and shakes his head with a smile before responding immediately, 'budding fr
A few minutes ago,Risa rests her back against her bedroom wall while listening intently for any signs of movement outside her room before finally deciding she will bathe and carry out her plan to seduce her best friend without having to worry about being interrupted by anyone other than herself. Hurriedly bathing under the warm stream of hot water pouring from the faucet and drying off afterward using one of the towels hanging from the rack beside the tub. Risa makes sure to have on nothing but a pair of green lace panties underneath the towel. She then puts on a brown robe overtop, tying its belt tightly around her waist just below where it meets between her breasts making it look more appealing.She takes a deep breath and sighs softly, feeling nervous about what is about to take place, as well as how much courage it will require to do so.After slipping on some black slippers, Risa opens the door and steps into the hallway, closing it behind her with an audible click followed by
[R-18]Risa nods slowly, biting down hard onto his shoulder while closing her eyes, letting out an audible moan, hoping he would take advantage of this moment since they had made such a deal earlier today, but also knowing that he may be hesitant due to this being a condition she had set.Aiden smirks as he removes Risa's panties in a single motion, leaving her completely naked before standing up off the bed and walking toward his music system which is located near the window overlooking the city below.With one tap on the screen, Aiden turns up the volume loud enough to drown out any noise coming from outside the room and then walks back towards where he left her, placing his hand gently against her back as he guides her to lay back against his pillows.He then kneels beside her, placing his hand over her stomach, moving it down until he reaches her inner thigh where he places his palm flat against her skin."Do you want me to stop if you don't like what I'm doing to you?" He asks wit
Risa wakes up early the next morning to find Aiden sleeping soundly beside her.She smiles to herself as she looks around the room.It is a nice place to stay for a few days if she has to say so. It is more comfortable for her than her home and it did not feel cramped, but also spacious enough for her to enjoy some alone time away from everyone else.'Did I miss all this because he was here in this world?' Risa thinks to herself, her mood instantly dropping at the thought of holding a grudge all those months.The only thing that bothered her about it is that it was strange to have Aiden live comfortably in this strange realm.Knock! Knock!Her head shot upward when she hears someone knocking at the door.Tilting her head, she furrows her brows, confused, yet curious as to why anyone would knock on his door at this hour.'Did the person sneak in as we did?' She wonders and tilts her head.She had wanted to get up to check on who it could be since no one should be in Aiden's home, espec