Chapter 170 - The Unexpected Invite

Zane smiled upon reading the cryptic messages from the system.

"A big reward?" he muttered to himself, intrigued.

[Yes, host. But I cannot tell you now, as the reward will be given randomly.]

[Consider it a surprise, host.]

"Could the system possibly grant me additional powers? Like the ability to fly?" Zane wondered silently.

[Do you wish to become a successor to Superman, host?]

[Just wait and see, host. It is a surprise after all.]

Zane's smile widened as he read the notifications from the system, his curiosity piqued by the playful banter.

Although the idea of gaining superhuman abilities seemed more like a fantasy, it added an element of excitement to his serious mission.

***

On a typical Sunday morning, Zane followed his routine of jogging in the park.

He completed five laps, a regular feat for him, though sweat dripped down his forehead from the effort.

Feeling sufficiently exercised, he sat down on a park bench and drank some bottled water.

The cool liquid was refreshing, q