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Do you understand what I mean?
*Nods
Haha, not bad. Maybe I'll be kind enough not to kill you once you're useless. Try to work hard.
*Nods in fear
...Haha...
This is how it feels to control something and hold others' fate. Not bad.
"Report: Requirements met... extra skill: mind manipulation evolved into a unique skill: manipulator, Success."
Huh?! How? Evolved? Is my deepest desire to control others?
"Answer: a temporary mental change in the host caused this transformation."
Well, whatever changes in my attitude, mind, or otherwise, it's not a problem.
But anyone who hinders or bothers me will be destroyed.
A fat snake and a strange entity walk together.
Hey, fat snake, try to find monsters within a 2-kilometer radius; if possible, don't kill them, just injure or bring them directly to me.
*Nods
Seeing the snake leave, I suddenly think of something.
Hey, Libertus, is the manipulator skill only limited to creatures?
"Answer: the manipulator skill can manipulate energy, substances, and even souls, but only of beings weaker than the host."
Hmm, quite capable...
*Fireball appears
"Report: Fire manipulation acquired."
Try adding undead energy overflowing within me.
Suddenly, the orange fire turns into a dark crimson, creating a terrifying atmosphere.
"Report: Chaos Fire acquired."
*Extinguishes
I think I understand; this skill allows me to manipulate surrounding energy into whatever form I desire.
Regarding souls, I might not be able to use it for now.
The greater the power I release, the higher the cost I must pay.
For now, becoming stronger and surviving are my main priorities.
The night in this desolate place covers the world in profound silence, the dark sky dotted with twinkling stars and a faint crescent moon, creating a mysterious and enchanting ambiance.
The gentle whisper of the wind among the dark trees and the distant sounds of nocturnal animals add a magical and peaceful touch.
This world is incredibly beautiful—many times more magnificent than the previous worlds.
Looking up with a heart full of hope and longing, the stars twinkle softly, as if dancing across the vast sky, hinting at endless possibilities and dreams.
My gaze sweeps over the unreachable beauty of nature, and in that silence, I feel a strong desire to break free from the shackles of life that confine me.
*Heaves a heavy sigh
*Two hours later*
A snake is seen dragging a wounded bull-like creature that appears to be severely injured.
Good job
And now....
*Chaos fire
A marble-sized fireball flies toward the bull, instantly engulfing it in fierce flames, causing the creature to let out a heartbreaking scream before turning into charcoal.
A mysterious strand of energy gently entered my body, seeping through my soul and flowing into every part that needed strength. It felt like a warm, radiant light that burned away the coldness of fear and doubt, breathing new life into my weary soul and body. With each drop of that energy, I felt an unexpected power rise from within.
Good job, fat snake. Try to hunt more monster like this.
Yosh, let's continue.
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