Chapter 10
Destiny and the destinationPart 1Reading the list I'm from of him didn't take that long, but understanding it was a different matter. It wasn't that it was a language that he couldn't understand; it was actually in clear, understandable English. Then what is the meaning behind it? That was what he couldn't understand at all, as stated from the beginning. Name Azmar, Age: 19, Race: Human, Rank: A Level: 5, Occupation: Vanguard, let's start with the name he knew was his real name; he was given that name since he was unable to remember his real name.That was the only thing he could understand, but the line showed Age 19. That is hard to believe, even though he doesn't remember his real age. There is no way that I will be that young; "I can feel it deep down that I am almost double that age, or at least close to it." That was what he thought. He did actually look young when he looked at himself in a mirror, the one that he was looking at didn't look familiar at all because he didn't have an image of how he looked before, so there was nothing to compare it to.Then came rank, level, occupation, and the list goes on. All those things he was sure he would come to understand with time, but the remarks near the end were the most interesting thing. Chosen one, Chosen for what? That's the most important piece of information he's gotten so far, and that will be the first step to understanding the reason behind their kidnapping."Again, what's with the survival thing with a time limit?" He said this internally while talking to himself. Before, he was totally in the dark about everything, but now that he has evidence that they are mentoring all his movements and controlling them behind the scenes, the only thing he can do at the moment is play the role of the geniepig that he is. And see how things could go from here. Onwards, unconsciously, he murmured, "At least now they started providing information and instructions." His voice was parley audible to anybody; it was probably lower than whispering. He noticed Amran looking at him with a questioning gaze, apparently, since she was beside him, she heard what he said.Before he could say or explain anything she said "Me too, I saw it and you're right this is the first step" Behind them Raco happened to hear only what Amran said, not understanding what they were talking about he asked her "What did you see?" At the same time both of the said at once "Nothing" looking back at him, once more their eyes met like they were communicating with their eyes, instantly Azmar looked back at where he was facing and Amran said talking to Raco who was surprised by the way they both answered "We sensed that the fight is going to end soon" Then turned back her head then before Raco who still didn't understand anything could open his mouth Azmar said "someone is coming towards us" addressing Ajbadan. Without turning back Ajbadan said, "I noticed, everyone stay where you are I will take care of this".As soon as he said that he stood up and sprinted a way within less than one second, he disappeared. I sensed the incoming person but I couldn't pinpoint his location, but apparently he could, which was the reason he went ahead to intercept him. I guessed that the distance was not more than fifty meters, but the forest was so dense that it could prevent any visual, and the location we were hiding was more similar to a jungle than a forest. From the beginning of my arrival here, I prepared myself to expect anything in this alien world, so I was not surprised by anything, although I couldn't help myself from wondering about this or that.Another metal clash reached my ears at the same time the previous clash resumed on the other site. Though this one didn't last more than a few more seconds, one thing wandered about: why so fast? Wasn't our objective to gather information and know what was going on around us? Wasn't it better to capture him and extract information? The reason I was wondering was that I felt only Ajbadan coming back by himself while I could sense the other individual on the ground motionless, so I presumed he finished him off. At that moment, I heard a sound in my head saying, Congratulations, you have gained perception skill level 1," and the same virtual screen appeared again in front of me with the same information.A new skill was gained.Perception: "You can perceive anything happening in a radio field of twenty square meters when you activate the skill. It can be leveled up by contusion using it; the radio field and visual clarity will increase with the level increase..................................Amran's point of viewI was monitoring the situation around her with interest, when she suddenly saw a virtual screen appeared in front of me, a familiar scene that I saw a lot of it while playing games in front of my brother's computer, the only difference was how much realistic it was, it was like it literally appeared in front of me was printed in the air. The situation we were in was not a normal one still one more surprising thing happened to me, and the information that appeared was like this.Name: AmranAge: 12Race: HumanRank: ALevel: 5Occupation: Strategist Status: healthySkills: six skills• Observe• Analyze• Insight • Invisibility• Agility• Rough Gifts: locked 1- TakterThe rest of the gifts are locked now.Intelligence: 200Strength: 10/100 Grade: 2Phase: 2Points: 05Inventory: Six ItemsInventory unlocked Remarks: Choose OneMission: Survive Duration: 24 hoursReward: Random Gift + SkillCongratulations, You have gained six skills.Congratulations, You have unlocked your inventory.You can keep your belongings and whatever you are carrying in your inventory space, you can store anything and take it out whenever you want. The space is limited and can be increased when the conditions are met.Inventory Available items 1. Light armour A light silk armour dress and high-defensive capability can reduce any physical damage by 70%.2. Electronic Shield This electronic shield is made of pure energy and has the function of controlling the shape and size of the shield, which is capable of preventing any attack by sending back the same force to the attacker.3. Energy Sword A sword made of pure energy capable of cutting any material without the need to use any force or strength.4. 36 separately packed double meal rations Nutritious meals, preserved and packed, are enough for consumption for twenty-four hours for two people.5. Live world map6. Spatial storage ringPlease choose the required item to withdraw it from the inventory.Chapter 11Destiny and the destination Part 2I was monitoring the situation around here with interest when she suddenly saw a virtual screen appear in front of me, a familiar scene that I saw a lot of while playing games in front of my brother's computer. The only difference was how realistic it was, it was like it literally appeared in front of me and was printed in the air. The situation we were in was not a normal one, but one more surprising thing happened to me. A virtual screen appeared out of nowhere in front of me with information supposedly prevailing about my status. This is a status screen, something I am well aware of in video games. The games that belonged to my brother that I used to play behind his back since, from my parents point of view, I was too young to play them, though I am not a child, I am 10 years old, huh? Wait, why does it say I am 12 here? Am I mistaken with my own age? I believe my 11th birthday is supposed to be five months later. I read it twice, th
Chapter 12Destiny and the destination Part 3Everyone was looking at me, wondering about the way I analyzed the situation. I couldn't really tell what was going through their minds; all I noticed was the way they were staring at me. The first one to react to what I said was Ajbadan, who broke the silence and said, "I actually agree with Amran's point of view, also, there is no guarantee what we will encounter if we go in any other direction." He paused at the point like he was contemplating something else, then he said, addressing me and Azmar, "You two stay behind us; we will protect you." Worries appeared on his face when he said that.Actually, we have weapons." I said that my assumption that Azmar has weapons was also based on what I saw on my status screen, I was sure of it; in fact, the only thing that I was not sure of was whether I was able to use the weapons that I have. On second thought, since it was a skill, it should be implanted in me so I know for a fact I will be abl
Chapter 13Destiny and the destination Part 4 Dead or alive, what's the meaning of this? She almost yelled that aloud, but fortunately she didn't. The instant she finished reading the few lines containing the mission information, her office door opened, and a young man came in to the office and stood behind the door that he closed when he entered the room and said, "Good afternoon, Agent Natasha. My name is Endra. I am here by the order of the general director to assist you with whatever you need to embark on your mission. I will also facilitate your means of travel, and I am waiting for your instructions and orders." For the first time in her life, Natasha was speechless, although nothing was showing in her expressions. Since she is a biological Android, her thinking process is 50 times higher than that of the most genius human, and she is much superior mentally and physically. Still, as a race, they are more rational and never act on emotions or in haste, so no wonder she was spe
Author' noteI apologize for the short chapter. I didn't forget my promises to write longer chapters. The thing is, I am stuck on the fight scenes. It's really more difficult than you think, since my aim to begin with is to present to you something different than the norm that we see in most novels. I don't want something exaggerated. At the same time, it has suited the situation that the obstacle I am facing at the moment is, since some of my readers have also requested that I add some fighting and actions to my story rather than just narration.So I am trying my best to satisfy all of you. The next chapter will be longer than normal, as will the last part of this chapter, so bear with me. Also, I am open to any of your suggestions, so please don't hesitate to write your comments. You may see your ideas implemented, and believe me, there is no bad idea ever.Your authorAbdirizack Sarman Chapter 14Destiny and the destination Part 5While I was reading the new input on the screen
Chapter 15Destiny and the destination Part 6 Now steady your weapon, aim at your target, and shoot. I told myself that and did it at the same time in front of me when the target of my shot was clearly visible, so before I took the shot, I thought of a way not to kill but to immobilize him, and I took the shot. I am not sure where I was aiming at, but all I saw was that my target instantly fell down. Then I aimed at the second one and took the second shot, and the same as before, he fell down also. I thought I was going to feel some type of hesitation, but fortunately, I felt nothing. Since I was sure that my shot didn't kill anyone, but at the same time it immobilized them at my tired target, I heard Amun saying "Six more enemies are approaching us from our west side, approximate arrival time is three minutes." After I pressed the trigger and shot the third one, meanwhile Luke was at his fifth shot. I guess since I didn't count, somehow I was able to figure out how many times he
Chapter 15The Request Part 1I didn't know how to measure the speed or strength that I wanted to use, but internally, I didn't intend to use much force. At the time my weapon connected with his, I didn't wait to see the results but instantly turned to the other one, who was lowering his hand to stab me with his weapon. Switching the gun to my other hand, I saw his head was in a good position for me to hit it, and I did exactly that. It didn't take me more than a split of a second to turn and hit the other one with the bottom of my gun at the same spot as the other one. While preparing to turn again and hit the first one once more, what I saw made me freeze on my spot. The first man I hit that I wanted to follow up with a second attack on was nowhere near his primary position; all I saw was the man laying on his back for more than twenty meters and not moving. When I turned to the other one, the same scene was the same; the only difference was that the man over there was face down o
Chapter 16The RequestPart 2I looked around me, looking for the biggest tree near me to hide behind its trunk, and as soon as I found a big, bulky tree, I hid behind its trunk. What I saw in front of me was definitely not what I was expecting. A group of people was approaching me. I counted them quickly, they were approximately 20 armed men moving cautiously in a team of four people; between each team there was a space of around five meters, in a straight line, like they were comping the whole area, it would take them less than a minute to reach where I fought their comrades, and for sure they will notice me sooner or later, unless I flee this place by using one of the skills and go back where I came from.If I go back, it's obvious that they will reach us within a few minutes. There is absolutely no guarantee of the safety of the children and their mother, so butting into the account, for their safety now, that is the only important thing. I believe they can take care of themselves
Chapter 17The RequestPart 2BAuthor's NoteMy dear readers, first of all, I would like to apologize for last week's chapter. As I previously mentioned, I write as I go, and there are not any pre written chapters that I can publish and upload. That is the only reason; still, I will do my best to even increase the number of chapters from one a week to a minimum of three per week, starting next month.With this chapter, I beg for your forgiveness and hope for your patience with me. I will be going through a long journey, so I will not be able to publish anymore chapters during the two weeks remaining from this month, but I will try my best to fulfill my promises starting next month.I really do appreciate your support, so please continue your support by adding my book to your library and voting and reviewing it.Your author Abdirizack.Sarman.........................................So it's possible, and I gained a new skill and a useful one at that: "Asult." As soon as I finished say
Chapter 39Beginning of the Invasion Part 2B Rohonda appeared to be listening to a report from some type of recorded device when the countdown started; although her attention was directed to what she was listening to, she didn’t miss the quietness of the place with hundreds of people being silent at once. She put the device that she was listening to and collected another one from her desk drawer and started recording a message: “This recording is from Section One; the time is 17.00 hours, and today is the first day that officially Project Zero One started finally. I hope we have enough time to implement all the security measures that we have been working on." Without a second thought, she pressed the send button and returned the device to the same drawer. With a sigh, she rested her back on the chair she was sitting in and said, “I wonder if this was all a perdition or planned, I don’t know what they are thinking, fighting an alien invasion with abducted aliens.” a
Chapter 38Beginning of the Invasion Part 2A"Captain Birman, I would like to mobilize the National Guard to help with the city security if you don't mind." "And Ayuma, Please call the head of the council, Mr. Enigma, and tell him to meet me here as soon as possible." At that time she heard a sound similar to thunder, or maybe it was thunder, but usably the lightning and thunder come for the sky with a storm or rain but not in a confide or an open space near the ground; the circle was actually above the ground and was almost two and a half meters above ground. From this distance, nobody was able to guess the size of it, but since it was almost three kilometers outside of the city and was visible that much from that distance, it was obvious that it was huge; everyone was able to see it was palpitating like a heart from that distance. The movement of the muddy cloud inside the circle was so ominous that everyone who was still standing there felt the chill in their bones, and whoever di
Chapter 37Beginning of the Invasion Part 1BEmika’s point of viewThis was the worst nightmare I have been seeing, and I really wished it was just a nightmare, but it was not; it was a reality, a fact in front of my eyes. The thing I was referring to as a portal was forming in the same location I have been seeing it in my dreams, or, to say it correctly, my nightmares. And the reason I am referring to it as a portal is because I knew it was, because I saw it with my own closed eyes at that time, the monsters coming out of it, which indicates that it was a portal of some kind. I have been afraid my dreams would come true, and I didn’t wish for it, but somehow I had the feeling that whatever I saw would happen, but I hoped it would be in a different day and time; a time when I was better prepared for it and was able to take some kind of countermeasure for it.I have no idea what kind of countermeasure I could have been able to take. But anything is better than being taken by surprise
Chapter 38Beginning of the Invasion Part 2A"Captain Birman, I would like to mobilize the National Guard to help with the city security if you don't mind." "And Ayuma, Please call the head of the council, Mr. Enigma, and tell him to meet me here as soon as possible." At that time she heard a sound similar to thunder, or maybe it was thunder, but usably the lightning and thunder come for the sky with a storm or rain but not in a confide or an open space near the ground; the circle was actually above the ground and was almost two and a half meters above ground. From this distance, nobody was able to guess the size of it, but since it was almost three kilometers outside of the city and was visible that much from that distance, it was obvious that it was huge; everyone was able to see it was palpitating like a heart from that distance. The movement of the muddy cloud inside the circle was so ominous that everyone who was still standing there felt the chill in their bones, and whoever di
Chapter 36Beginning of the Invasion Part 1AThe girls had a large tent and they were struggling with it, Since Ajbadan said he will help them, he decided to go to the boy Still, he was wondering why didn’t dismantle his tent? Or at least why? if he is not doing anything, why did he help the girls? Aren’t they his companions? At least they have been together more the rest of them, Regardless of their meeting in the forest, as they said, Murad shook his head like he was dropping the questions that filled it and went to the boy. Aden stood up when he saw Murad approaching him and smiled while saying, “It’s embarrassing to say that, seeing you came to help me, but I am actually leaving the tent here that way I didn’t dismantle it.” Murad was not expecting to hear that at all While the surprise was showing on his face, he asked, “Can I ask you why?” Aden didn’t expect to be asked that question either, so he hesitated for a second and said while scratching his head with a small laugh, ”ha
Chapter 35The First EncounterPart 6BGoosebumps ran down his spine when he saw what he saw when he used the skill. He was staring at a black portal that was enormous, over four meters tall and ten meters wide, with a black square shape instead of the typical gateway portals seen on this planet. It was both smokey and liquid-like at the same time, and he was unable to determine what material it was composed of. It was moving like a live entity with a pulsating heart, but it was not changing shape. In a matter of seconds, it gained shape and materialized in front of him at the location the youngster had indicated. He felt a terrible sensation throughout his body. This is what the young man was talking about. He told himself, "So it's all true then," confirming the first thing the boys had mentioned. "The time was the next thing he confirmed, and it was true too." He had the chance to glance at the clock now that it was getting to be the time of sunset, but he didn't think of it. He fe
Chapter 34The First EncounterPart 6A“If you don’t believe me, use your Predict skill, and you will see it.” That was it. I had to let him go and step back a couple steps. He knows two of my skills not just one but two. That is ridiculous. I have been shocked. In a manner I never had before, if it were anybody else in front of me telling me that, the first reaction that would accrue to me would have been to cut his head immediately, without even getting the opportunity to get questioned about where he got the information. But fortunately or unfortunately, the one who said that was a child, although the expression on my face changed and my hand was on the gun and the sword in my waist, a complete involuntary reaction from my side.It took me nearly a minute to gather myself and regain my composure. During this time, I came to the realization that someone else must have informed him about my skills. Therefore, I felt compelled to find out who that person was. At that moment, the only
Chapter 33The First EncounterPart 5B“We need to move from here; the monsters are coming; he is coming, he is coming; and we are all going to be dead." That was the only word that came out of his mouth, and then all he did was stare at the man standing beside him, although his body was shaking, like somebody who is scared or feeling cold, but his eyes were totally blank, like a blind guy who is just looking but not seeing anything. From the blank way he was looking at him, the emperor noticed that the boy was looking at something else, and most probably he also got, “The lost art.” As one of the few humans on this planet who has knowledge of “the lost art” and has learned a few of its skills, he can tell that this boy has it. This is his first encounter with not one but two unexpected individuals in an expected situation with unexpected knowledge. While Juian was talking to the emperor, the skill foresight was activated, and he was not actually looking at or talking to the emperor,
Chapter 32Intermission Jack’s side story Part 1Anther's note:This is Jack’s story recap as I told it in the first volume, but I will now add the missing parts that were not known to anyone in the first volume or the second volume until now, or what was his connection to the storey line? So far, all we knew in the first volume was that he was looking for his wife, and that was all he was looking for. Where was he imprisoned? What for? There were a lot of questions that no one asked and nobody answered, and no one will unless someone dares ask the correct question.Also, I edited the previous chapter, its not just a copy of the same chapter of the first volume to go along with the current retelling of the story without changing much from the original story as a recap because of the importance of the story line. I remember one reader asking me if I was just filling in the characters for the sake of my book, and he was specifically talking about Jack :) I hope now he got the answer.