2024-05-07 17:26:16"You're from the Class of 2020 too? What's your department?" Rose asked, her eyes shining as she spoke to the boy on the school path.
Standing at 1.7 meters tall, he wasn't very tall, but he had a special vibe. His determined face had a sense of steadiness that most students lacked.
"Business Administration. You can call me Serpens," he replied with a smile.
"Business Administration? Our classes must be nearby. You're not heading home for the break either?" Rose continued, expressing her gratitude for his help earlier. She couldn't imagine what would've happened without him.
"No need to thank me. It was nothing," Serpens replied modestly. "And no, I'm sticking around for a summer job off-campus."
"Oh, really? What a coincidence! Sadly, I got fired by my boss," Rose said with a hint of disappointment.
"Hehe," Serpens chuckled. "My dorm's right over there. Catch you later."
With a wave, Serpens walked away. Rose watched him go, a little surprised at his swift exit. "Bye then..."
"What's up?" Serpens asked when he noticed her pause.
"Can I add you on WeChat? Thanks to you, today's mess got sorted out. Let me treat you to a meal sometime," she requested.
"Sure thing." Serpens agreed, but then he glanced at his fishbowl and umbrella. "My phone's in my pocket. I'll give you my number, and you can add me later."
"Got it." Rose nodded, adding Serpens on WeChat.
"Okay, I won't keep you any longer. See you." Rose waved as Serpens hurried off.
"Goodbye," he nodded before quickening his pace toward the dorm.
"Did I lose my charm?" Rose wondered aloud, touching her face as she watched Serpens leave. "If it were someone else who helped me, maybe... He's so unique. Could he already have a girlfriend?"
Lost in thought, Rose sent a message to a classmate about Serpens.
"Celest, do you know a guy named Serpens in your class?"
"Serpens? Yeah, what's up? Is he trying to woo you? Unlikely, he's pretty introverted," her classmate replied.
"Introverted?" Rose pondered, surprised by Celest's response. "He went to First-grade Restaurant for lunch today!"
"He had something going on at First-grade Restaurant?" Rose was puzzled but replied, "Got it. From what you said, he seems pretty cool."
"Oh, Goddess Shuqing, you can't be serious. Think carefully!" her classmate advised.
"Don't worry, I'm focusing on my studies..." Rose reassured her.
Unaware of the gossip about him, Serpens returned to his dorm, locking the door behind him. Excitedly, he gazed at the eight goldfish in the tank.
"Will this take a lot out of me?" he wondered, picking up one of the goldfish.
With a simple thought, he infused Dragonic Force into the black and white Ranchu goldfish, which had cost $120 each. They were selected to be similar in color to the valuable Redcap Brown Oranda.
As the Dragonic Force flowed into the goldfish, a sense of control filled Serpens. He smiled faintly, knowing that Dragonic Force could upgrade marine animals like this.
Grabbing his phone, he upgraded the goldfish according to a picture.
"Done." Serpens admired the upgraded Redcap Brown Oranda, even more beautiful than he'd imagined.
But the process was draining. "Upgrading one Redcap Brown Oranda costs two points of Dragonic Force. If I want to upgrade larger fish like arowana or koi carp, it might take twenty or thirty points."
Deep in thought, he realized he only had nineteen points left after helping Rose. "I'll need to earn more money first. I can gather Dragonic Force by catching fish or through cultivation practice."
Continuing his upgrades, Serpens created several Redcap Brown Orandas. Seeing them lively in the bowl, he grinned.
"Eight goldfish! They could be worth more than two million," he realized, his eyes gleaming with excitement.
With determination, Serpens knew he needed to work hard to level up and build his Dragon Palace.
Examining the information about himself, Serpens's excitement grew. Sitting on his bed, he began his cultivation practice, directing Dragonic Force into his body and soaring into the sky.
Name: Serpens
Race: Human (Can turn into a Dragon)
Level: 1
Dragonic Force: 3/1000
Superpower: Control marine animals weaker than you
Devour any living thing to gather Dragonic Force
Art of Cultivation: Great Dragonic Morph
"I used up 16 points of Dragonic Force and now I feel weaker. I need to work hard to reach level 2 and become a real Great Dragon. I also want to make my own Dragon Palace."
Serpens's eyes sparkled as he reviewed his information. With a casual jump, he landed on his bed and sat with his legs crossed. He focused on channeling Dragonic Force into his body, imagining himself flying high in the sky as a magnificent dragon.
The following morning, he contemplated the fifty days it would take to reach Level Two at his current pace, as per the Great Dragonic Morph guidelines stipulating the First Transformation achievable only at Level Nine.
"It's a long road ahead. But once I've earned some cash, I'll head to the sea," he resolved.
With swift movements, Serpens readied himself for the day. "Dahai's scooter will do," he decided, retrieving the keys his friend had left him.
Serpens Dahai, a close friend, hailed from the same locale as Serpens and often looked out for him. Despite his quirks, including an offer to visit a brothel, Serpens Dahai's generosity was undeniable.
Carrying the fishbowl, Serpens descended the stairs. The morning air, post-rain, was invigorating, signaling a promising day ahead.
Mounting Serpens Dahai's sturdy scooter, Serpens set off for the Flowers and Birds Market, hopeful of selling his fish.
"I hope to sell them all," he grinned, navigating carefully to prevent spillage.
Approaching the bustling market, Serpens noted the influx of visitors, likely for the Goldfish Fair.
"Looks like it's attracting quite a crowd," he observed, accelerating slightly as he made his way to the parking lot.
Suddenly, the roar of motorcycles interrupted his thoughts. Four heavy-duty bikes thundered toward him, one swerving dangerously close.
"Hey, watch out!" Serpens exclaimed, veering to avoid a collision.
The lead cyclist, unharmed, chuckled as he dismounted, ignoring Serpens's damaged scooter.
Ignoring Serpens's distress, the cyclist offered compensation without much concern for the damage caused.
Displeased, Serpens confronted him, highlighting the destruction of his scooter and the fishbowl.
"Six thousand?" Serpens scoffed at the paltry offer. "That won't even buy a fish scale."
The young man, undeterred, insisted on the amount, dismissing Serpens's demands.
As bystanders gathered, discussing the incident, Serpens remained resolute, refusing to accept the inadequate compensation.
"Six thousand won't cut it," he declared, retrieving his fish amidst the murmurs of the onlookers.
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Chapter 184: An happy ending, a fresh start
The priest stood solemnly at the edge of the grave, his weathered hands clasped around a simple wooden cross. His voice, steady and calm, reverberated through the air as he spoke the final prayers, his eyes reflecting the sorrow of the moment. The soft rustle of leaves was the only sound as Rose was laid to rest, the earth slowly covering her.Serpens stood nearby, tears silently welling up in his eyes, his heart heavy with grief. As the ceremony ended, people began to approach him one by one. Xin placed a comforting hand on his shoulder, his face solemn. Lan, always reserved, offered a quiet nod of respect. Serena’s eyes shimmered with unshed tears as she whispered her condolences. Dr. Sun, with a grave expression, grasped Serpens' hand in solidarity, while Inspector Lui, ever the stoic, simply said, "I'm sorry." Finally, Tiara approached, her eyes filled with understanding and empathy, and she gave him a brief, supportive hug.After everything was said and done, as the crowd disper
Chapter 183: Tragedy in the end
In an instant, Rose disappeared into the portal, her figure merging with the energy of the Dragon Stone. There was a flash of blinding light, and the portal sealed shut, its power absorbed into Rose’s being. The energy of the Dragon Stone flowed through her, and the stone itself crumbled to dust, its dark power dissipating into the air.Serpens and Xin watched in awe, their hearts heavy with the sacrifice that had just been made. Rose had given herself to save the world, her courage and selflessness breaking the cycle of darkness that had threatened to engulf them all.For a moment, all was quiet, and then, from the stillness, a gentle breeze began to blow, carrying with it the promise of a new dawn."No!" Serpens cried as he rushed towards her. Rose fell on his arms, her form as cold as ice. "Don't leave me, Rose," Serpens cried. "Please come back," The strange lady spoke, "This was bound to happen, greet dragon. She's your fourth sage, the one who would help you win the war agains
Chapter 182: The final show down ll
Serpens struggled to his feet, his heart pounding with fear and frustration. Winter was too strong, even with the combined might of the dragon lords. They couldn’t overpower him—not like this. But what frightened him more was the sight of Xin, now standing on the rock, her hand trembling as she raised the dragon stone toward the point where the sunlight met the sea."No!" Serpens cried out, his voice breaking with the weight of his despair. But his words fell on deaf ears. Xin, lost in Winter’s spell, placed the stone on the rock. The moment the stone touched the surface, the sunlight intensified, its beams converging on the stone and then spreading outwards, enveloping Bahamut in a blinding light.The light was quickly swallowed by a sudden darkness, a pitch-black void that seemed to emanate from Bahamut himself. The last chain around the dragon’s neck glowed fiercely for a brief moment before shattering into a thousand pieces. The sound of the chain breaking echoed like thunder acro
Chapter 181: The final show down l
The Third World Sea stretched endlessly before Serpens, a vast expanse of shimmering waters that reflected the dark, starless sky above. The air was thick with a mystical energy, a sensation both familiar and foreign, tugging at the edges of his consciousness. As he stood on the shore, the quiet lapping of waves against the rocks was the only sound, but Serpens could feel the presence of something ancient and powerful nearby.From the depths of the sea, a massive form began to rise, the water cascading off its scales like liquid silver. Doromu emerged with a grace that belied his immense size. His golden eyes, warm and wise, fixed upon Serpens with a gaze that seemed to peer into the very depths of his soul. The dragon’s scales shimmered with a soft, radiant light, contrasting the dark waters around him."Welcome, Serpens," Doromu said, his voice deep and resonant, echoing across the stillness of the sea. He lowered his head in a deep, respectful bow. "Great Dragon, it is an honour to
Chapter 180: Leading through the portal!
The uproar in Draketwon that night increased people ran to find safety from the threats of the dragons which descended upon the city like a flock of birds.It wasn't long after that the armed forces of Draketwon set into action. Helicopters, their blades slicing through the night air, emerged from the darkness. It was a show down of the humans versus the dragons, as fire bathed the entire city like a flood.The roar of the engines filled the cockpit as Captain Marcus Rourke, the seasoned leader of the air force squadron, adjusted his headset. His eyes were steely, focused on the horizon where plumes of smoke rose from the city below. The once-vibrant metropolis was now a war zone, engulfed in chaos as dragons soared through the sky, their fiery breath raining destruction upon the streets.“Echo Squadron, this is Captain Rourke,” he spoke into the radio, his voice calm but laced with urgency. “We’ve got eyes on the target. Multiple dragons are engaged, laying waste to the city. They’re
Chapter 179: Dragons emerging
Tiara sat at her usual spot in the school courtyard, the sun dipping lower in the sky as the hours ticked by. The news of the Zorvath's going through Serpens' locker in school, had become the news of the day, but that wasn't her problem.Her concern was in the fact that Serpens whom he had called to tell what had happened didn't show up in school. She couldn't help but wonder why he didn't show up after he told her he was already on his way when she called him earlier that day.After the first set of classes of the day, she decided to go to the courtyard and hoped that before the afternoon classes would commence, Serpens would show up.Her gaze flicked anxiously toward the school gates every few minutes, hoping to see Serpens' familiar figure stride through. But as the shadows lengthened and the students trickled out in groups, laughing and chatting, there was no sign of him.By now, the courtyard was almost empty, save for a few stragglers. Tiara’s worry had shifted to a gnawing unea
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