Chapter: Chapter 436: Personal Announcement.“Theodore Kaizen…”From Room A8, Mokai Ghecho sat slumped slightly forward, his hands clasped tightly on his knees, his breath shallow.The veins on his temples pulsed as he stared toward the general section where the voice had come from.“He was right there… in plain sight,” Mokai muttered, voice hoarse. “Yet I couldn’t even tell that this monster was among us. This is truly humiliating…”He chuckled bitterly, shaking his head as if scolding himself.“To think I was acting like a big fish… trying to trample the weak. But I’m not far from them after all.”His words, though whispered, trembled with both shame and self-awareness.Around him, the lamps flickered, reflecting off his eyes—eyes that carried both admiration for himself and despair.For the first time that night, Mokai’s arrogance had been stripped bare, leaving only humility in the presence of overwhelming greatness.From the general area, the calm, voice of Theodore Kaizen answered, steady and unhurried.“You speak as thoug
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Chapter: Chapter 435: Titans of Phantom Petal.The air in the auction hall thickened—heavy, suffocating, and electrified.Oasis’s azure eyes glowed faintly as the Primordial Gaze pulsed once more before fading into stillness.Through it, he did not simply perceive—he saw.Every breath, every flicker of aura, every heartbeat within the auction hall was laid bare before him as if time itself had frozen and his consciousness drifted through all corners of the space.He saw the elders behind their glass panels, the nobles trembling in their cushioned seats in the minor VIP, and even the attendants who stood frozen mid-breath, their hands slightly shaking from the immense pressure now blanketing the hall.But then—“Damn…” Oasis’s pupils shrank. “The old man noticed… and to think—he’s already at the Saint Realm.”A pulse of raw aura's might spread through the hall like an invisible storm.“Who dares…”The words struck like thunder.“Who dares try to peek at this Old Master? It seems the brats of this generation have forgotten the immen
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Chapter: Chapter 434: Probing the Ancient.“1,250,000!”A calm, resonant voice thundered from Major VIP Room A9 — Grand Elder Macarov Denzai, his tone composed, like a man making a simple statement rather than a bid that could buy half a city.The entire hall trembled with the weight of his voice.Almost immediately, another voice echoed from A10, smooth and somewhat sly.“Master Denzai, this Dodo bears you no grudge, so I hope you’ll understand,” he said with a courteous chuckle. “1,300,000!”It was Dodo Yuichi, his tone light, teasing even, as though he were speaking with an old friend in jest rather than in deadly earnest competition.Then a third voice, vibrant, and brimming with mischief, rolled from A7.“Haha! Let me join in — this is getting interesting! Let’s see if the rest of you can keep up! 1,500,000 gold coins!”It was Javel, and his laughter carried a razor edge of arrogance, the kind that drew equal parts admiration and irritation.A low hum rolled through the audience — a wave of awe.Then Grand Elder Denzai’s
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Chapter: Chapter 434: The Bids of the Bold.“A million coins — I might as well just go home and rest,” one man muttered in the general area, the words swallowed by the charged air as he accepted his fate.He folded his arms and leaned back, resignation creasing his weathered face.Around him, low conversations fluttered like dying embers.“I’ll rather watch those above fight for it,” another whispered, eyes fixed on the stage. “They’ve probably drained their businesses to bid for that vial.Some will even hock artifacts they just bought to reach the price.” He shook his head slowly, disgust and fascination warring on his face.“Heavens know—some would sell daughters to pleasure houses for this kind of treasure.”“Don't you think people are going to die for that elixir?” a third murmured, counting in his head. “If you live outside the city, you’ll need escorts and pay a fortune to move it.Owning this vial makes you a target.”“I wonder if that kid who claims to be an elder of Lunaris even plans to leave the city,” another voice
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Chapter: Chapter 433: The Final Prize — Elixir of Eternal Youth.The applause still echoed like rolling thunder within the vast auction hall as attendants moved gracefully away from the stage delivering the prized dagger to Major VIP Room A5.The air was thick with chatter — nobles and merchants whispering, speculating, and gossiping about the extraordinary sale they had just witnessed as they waited for the next item. The attendants approached Room A5, then opened silently...Inside, the room glowed in warm light.Daku sat upright, his aura calm but eager, while Oasis leaned back slightly on the chair, his expression unreadable yet composed.Barrett and the rest of the Woods family observed quietly, their gazes flickering with restrained curiosity.The attendants stepped inside reverently, the dagger of repentance wrapped carefully in dark velvet that faintly shimmered.Even concealed, the weapon’s aura was palpable — dense, cold, alive.When they crossed the threshold, the room’s atmosphere thickened as if the dagger itself demanded recognition.
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Chapter: Chapter 432: A Name to be Remembered.In Major VIP Room A2, Duwe Sparrow’s lips twisted as he slammed his palms against the table.“That unruly brat—how dare he!” he hissed under his breath.Though his voice wasn’t projected, the venom in his tone still sliced through the quiet of their private chamber.Only his father, Jupiter Sparrow, his sister Nova, and a few nearby attendants heard his outburst.He hadn’t meant to say it aloud.Despite his earlier scolding, the words slipped from his mouth like a reflex, driven by the disbelief that some unknown youth would dare compete in a bidding war against figures like Akaina Hajin or Dodo Yuichi.His face flushed with frustration, veins visible along his neck as he struggled to maintain decorum.Nova turned her gaze sharply toward him, eyes narrowing like a hawk spotting prey.Her father, Jupiter, merely sighed and gave a single, quiet nod—a wordless command.You know what to do.Nova didn’t hesitate.She clenched her fist, and before Duwe could even realize it, her knuckles ca
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Ascension of the Lost Soul
In life, he was an orphan, bullied and overlooked, even ridiculed by those he tried to protect. But in death, he transforms into a warrior destined to rise among the gods.
At just 18 years old, a young Filipino sacrifices his life to save the girl he loves from a horrific fate.
After being pushed from a towering construction site, he finds himself in the afterlife, standing before divine judges who will determine his eternal destiny.
Depending on his beliefs, he is sent to a heaven beyond anything he ever imagined—a realm filled with beings from various faiths and mythologies, from the golden gates of Christian Heaven to the battle halls of Valhalla and the majestic peaks of Olympus.
In this afterlife, power isn’t simply handed out; it must be earned.
Armed only with his determination, a mysterious system, and the haunting memories of his past, this young soul embarks on a dangerous journey.
He fights against powerful beings from different heavens and faces demons sent to torment the living.
Along the way, he meets people who inspire him to grow stronger.
Guided by the system he has received, he strives to ascend toward divinity, carving out his own path in a world where respect is earned through combat and power is claimed through effort.
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Chapter: Absolute resolve(2)Placing his hand on the stone, he envisioned the kampilan—a traditional Filipino weapon.Divine energy surged from his hand, wrapping around the ore as it began to shift and solidify, transforming into the weapon he had imagined.As it took form, he spoke with reverence,"I, Tiyaga, behold my weapon before the Creator Elohim and in the name of my Lord Ares. I name you Anito." The weapon shimmered as it fully awakened, a black blade with a lining of silver along its edge.The blade itself bore tiny white spots around the hilt, like stars against the night, and a short rope extended from the hilt, bearing the banner of Ares.Near the hilt, in delicate engraving, was the mark of Hephaestus, affirming its divine origin.The sight was mesmerizing—a weapon uniquely his, resonating with power and purpose, crafted through divine will.The weapon solidified in Rico's hand, gleaming with a faint, divine light that pulsed as if alive.Just as he marveled at Anito, a system display flashed befor
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Chapter: Absolute resolve(1)As Rico's voice rang out, his sharp command snapped his subordinates out of hesitation."Not enough wits!" he shouted, his tone filled with fiery resolve."Come at me already! If you flinch, you die!" They were in the thick of day two, and Rico's group was already dripping with sweat, their clothes, freshly washed the night before, now torn and ragged.Despite the exhaustion on their faces, there was a newfound resilience in their eyes, a fierceness that hadn't been there before.Some among them had begun to manifest the Shield of Fortitude, only to have it shattered by Rico's relentless strikes.A few dodged one or two of his attacks, proving their growth, while others were learning to evade more frequently.Anyone watching might have mistaken this for a real battle, as each trainee faced off with genuine intensity, pushing themselves to keep up with their commanding officer.Rico's taunts only drove them harder, silencing any fleeting thoughts of undermining him.Those harboring ev
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Chapter: Late at the party(2)Behind him, his subordinates, synchronized in movement, mirrored him, showing their deference and silently apologizing for their late arrival.The hall held its breath as the commanders nodded approvingly, acknowledging Rico's respectful gesture.The room, still silent, watched the display of respect, surprised by the discipline and unity they radiated.Rico's group had made a powerful entrance, one that would not be forgotten anytime soon.As Rico took his seat, Demetrius's sharp eyes observed him closely, a glimmer of intrigue flickering.Mmh…fascinating. I can still sense the faint residue of Holy Aura around him, he mused silently, his gaze assessing.Another commander across the hall noticed the same and exchanged a confirming nod with Demetrius,both struck by the rarity of what they were witnessing.For a novice-ranked warrior to wield Holy Aura was unheard of—it was a privilege reserved for high-ranking beings.Few possessed the strength and mastery to channel it, and for Rico
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Chapter: Late at the party(1)Huff! Huff! Huff!The air was thick with the sound of heavy breathing, each member of Rico's squad gasping as they braced themselves against the relentless training.Hours had passed with no breaks, pushing each of them to the brink as Rico, now armed with his Holy Aura, had sparred them into exhaustion.Despite his rank of Warrior (Novice), Rico's strength far surpassed his title, and it showed.He stood amidst his battered, bruised subordinates, grinning as he took in the sight before him.The training uniforms on most of them were torn, ripped at the seams or stained with dirt and sweat.Some even bore visible bruises, reminders of the blows they'd taken.They looked like they had just returned from a real battle—but this was only sparring.Rico had found something profound here.He had been bullied on Earth, labeled a loser, but here, he felt respected, valued, and at peace—a priceless feeling.His memories might remind him of his past life, but the present offered something great
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Chapter: Commander TiyagoA ding echoed in Rico's mind as his abilities settled into place.With his senses heightened by Battlefield Awareness, Rico watched as his subordinates hesitated before charging at him.He shifted into his stance, focusing on his Dance of the Evasive Wind and moving with fluid precision,sidestepping each strike with graceful, measured footwork.His reflexes felt sharp as he ducked a blow from Leonidas, spinning to deflect a kick from Callista with his arm, his grin never wavering."Come on! Is that all?" he taunted.Theron attempted a bold swing toward him, but Rico activated his Shield of Fortitude, absorbing the impact with ease.The divine energy around him seemed to pulse as the shield dissipated the blow, leaving him unfazed."Not bad, but let's see how you handle this."Rico's expression shifted to one of fierce determination as he activated Wrathful Strike Series,channeling his divine energy into a powerful attack, deliberately slowing his strike to test their reactions.His
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Chapter: Skill Acquisition(2)[Skill Acquisition Complete]New Active Skill: Divine Power GatheringDescription: A concentration technique that allows Rico to draw in divine energy from his surroundings, replenishing his reserves. When used in combat, it allows him to regain strength and infuse attacks or defenses with extra divine power, enhancing their potency.Effects: +25% Energy Recovery Rate during use, minor defensive boost while gathering.New Passive Skill: Divine ReservoirDescription: Enables Rico to store larger amounts of divine energy within his body, which can be accessed at any time, even if he is fatigued or low on stamina.Effects: +30% Maximum Divine Energy Capacity, improved endurance under divine-powered abilities.Attribute Boost:Divine energy: +30Endurance: +8As the information from Divine Power Harnessing settled within him, Rico could feel the steady, calming pulse of divine energy humming through his veins.It was as if he had tapped into a wellspring of strength, one that was now his
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