MIGHT AS WELL BE OP Chapter 1015: Biological Reaction
Previously on MIGHT AS WELL BE OP...
All present hung on Klaus's words. Though his exact power level eluded them, his strength was evident to everyone. Aaaninja still recalled how Klaus and Amara had endured the Acarnis Galaxy's collapse with their own bodies, utterly unfazed; that display alone revealed their outrageously immense capabilities.
'I can only express my gratitude for such an impressive performance. I relished every second of it, and should another clash or duel arise among you, I'll make sure to attend,' he hesitated briefly before adding, 'though I suspect that won't occur anytime soon. While I'd like to offer some presents, you're all already far too formidable for your years to require any aid from me,' he lamented, shaking his head with a sigh.
As soon as Klaus wrapped up his words, Rain, Zachary, Riven, and the others drew near with friendly grins. Despite their acquaintance spanning just a handful of days, that wouldn't stop them from forging ties with this immensely potent figure whose true boundaries remained unknown.
Altheria faced Vega as she inquired, 'You realize you can share details about your parents' strength with us, don't you?' she remarked, her curiosity overwhelming her restraint. Her comment caused every listener's attention to heighten immediately, for who could resist such knowledge.
Vega merely exhaled before responding, 'I honestly have no clue. I'm far too feeble to grasp it fully,' she stopped, her gaze drifting to Anthony as she went on, 'However, Anthony may have a clearer sense,' she noted steadily.
No sooner had she uttered those final words than numerous gazes locked onto Anthony, who sat quietly. He blinked in bewilderment, puzzled why Vega hadn't spared him the spotlight. Truthfully, even he lacked insight into Klaus's full might. Despite once summoning his Primordial Beast to battle Klaus before Vega's birthday, he was convinced Klaus hadn't unleashed his maximum effort.
'How would I know when even their daughter—their sole offspring—remains unaware?' Anthony responded plainly, shrugging with composed nonchalance.
Lucian, Aaaninja, and the others could only exhale in letdown, having gleaned no valuable details.
'Tch, so many overwhelmingly powerful individuals here, yet I can't mimic a single one,' Lucian mused inwardly, feeling a touch downcast. As the offspring of Klaus and Amara, Vega undoubtedly harbored exceptional talents and techniques, yet duplicating her proved impossible. Klaus, Anthony, Aaaninja, Amara, Aura Nova, and Kingsley all lay utterly beyond reach.
Though he might replicate Veronica, Altheria, Zachary, Riven, and others, Lucian felt no inclination to do so. His expectations stood simply too elevated right now.
He let out another sigh, mourning the ongoing missed opportunities.
[Host, no reason for sorrow. Once I've finished my work, Anthony and the others will seem like utter weaklings]
Lucian's system interjected in his thoughts, swiftly dispelling his somber reflections. He appeared skeptical; equating Anthony with trash in one breath? Did the system assume his smarts had plummeted since the last setback?
The system caught wind of Lucian's skepticism and responded without delay.
[Alright, perhaps I exaggerated a tad with the bragging]
Were the system tangible, it might be clearing its throat in discomfort just then. Its intent had been solely to lift Lucian's spirits, yet now it found itself in an awkward spot.
'Clarify,' Lucian demanded, for despite the system's overzealous claim, he trusted it wouldn't assert such without solid backing.
[I can't reveal much yet, but... thanks to the LORDTEE’S PERSONIFICATION skill you activated, I glimpsed certain secrets. While I can't detail what exactly, as I'm still unraveling them. It might span a few months, but I'm sure that once completed, any edge your competitor, Aaaninja, holds over you will vanish entirely]
The system elaborated with enthusiasm.
Lucian halted briefly, and in the following moment, a spark ignited in his eyes. Even without specifics from the system, he felt assured that its eventual revelations would propel his strength to new heights. A grin formed on his face, knowing the recent divide with Aaaninja, forged mere minutes prior, would soon dissolve.
In just a few months.
Whatever boon Aaaninja had acquired, whatever insights or might the youth wielded, remained unknown to him, yet Lucian placed firm faith in the system. Aaaninja commanded the River Of Time; he, Lucian, commanded the system.
'I figured you'd deliver, system,' Lucian commended boldly, acting as though his confidence had never wavered.
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The system shot back, reveling in its dominance and Lucian's acclaim.
'A couple of months,' Lucian pondered as he reclined in his chair. In his position, who wouldn't rejoice? No effort required on his part; merely unwind for several months, and abruptly, his fighting prowess would surge dramatically.
'Should Anthony, Aaaninja, and Aura learn of this, they'd envy me to no end,' he reflected with a smirk.
'What's got you grinning like that?' Anthony's voice abruptly pierced Lucian's daydreams.
Lucian cleared his throat, taken aback. 'Nothing at all,' he answered hastily.
Anthony raised an eyebrow before pressing further. 'So why the awkward cough?' He recognized Lucian was surely plotting something shady; he'd witnessed that cocky, faintly wicked grin previously.
'As a living entity, coughing's just a natural reflex,' Lucian countered promptly.
Aaaninja glanced briefly at Lucian and Anthony before averting his eyes. Anthony fixed his stare on Lucian for several beats before shaking his head, fully aware the fellow wouldn't yield honest answers.