Novel Bin Chapter 34: Mana Enhancer
Chapter 34: Mana Enhancer
Examining the translucent glass container in my grasp, I scrutinized the contents within - a curious, lemon-colored fluid : the Mana Enhancer.
The chemical formula was originally developed initially for the purpose of increasing the potency of an individual\'s mana core beyond their innate limitations for a temporary period of time.
But it turned out to be a flawed product.
Consuming the concoction possesses the power to destroy the user\'s mana core with its incomplete chemical structure.
In this world, the mana core is like an organ in the human body. Therefore, damage to it can cause immense pain.
Additionally, like a man\'s balls, the mana core is considered a source of \'pride\'.
It\'s understandable why Edward is suffering mentally due to the breakdown of his mana core.
Breaking of one\'s mana core is like experiencing sexual assault.
But I wasn\'t from this world! I don\'t really understand this type of logic.
Maybe my anatomy is also different from theirs?
In any case, what if a person without a mana core ingests it? Honestly feels like this was made for me.
"Huh", a wry chuckle left my mouth as I examined the glass vial in my hand.
"He definitely is a genius, to be able to construct something like this. If given enough time, he could probably develop a proper form of mana enhancer."
"Nano, check the contents of the glass vial, is it harmful in anyway?"
[Confirmed]
[Initiating Molecular Spectroscopy]
As I gave the command, I could feel a tingling sensation running up my arm.
Soon, a faint green aura appeared around my right arm, starting from the palm of my hand, where I was holding the bottle. The aura gradually thickened and turned more vivid, forming a graphic green light around my arm.
The light moved up in a smooth and fluid motion, as if it had a life of its own.
As it climbed up my arm, my hand vibrated slightly, like it was infused with energy.
The green light continued to flow and envelop my hand, causing it to glow with a strange radiance.
[Scanning...]
Nano possesses diverse abilities that I have learnt of lately.
However, their scope is so wide, and some are so trivial, that only a few come to mind.
These include night vision, thermal vision, X-ray vision, echolocation, memory extraction, healing, regeneration, enhancement, interlink, taser, mind breaker, parallel processing, bioelectricity manipulation, electromagnetic vision, lie detection, hacking and multilingualism among many others.
Additionally, it has an alternate mode intended for combat other than [battle mode].
-[Rev-GDM], which is an abbreviation for \'Revkr?khtnońt G?tterd?mmerung\'.
Something I\'ll never use due to its barbaric nature.
It\'s not meant for combat. Instead, it stems from a simulation that depicts an apocalyptic scenario designed by the most advanced singularity AI of my world.
The scenario portrays a world in ruins, a dreadful event triggering non-ending wars and battles that last for eons.
The singularity AI developed this scenario to reveal a blueprint or \'recipee\' for dealing with what it terms \'the worst-case scenario\'.
While this system was developed to facilitate an individual\'s evolution of survival, Nano warns me to never use it.
According to Nano\'s own words, "activating [Rev-GDM] could potentially destroy your soul". That\'s a powerful statement considering that it is coming from Nano. It never says such things.
I can\'t even imagine what awful things I would be doing under it\'s influence.
Just thinking about it sends a chill down my spine.
[Rev-GDM] unlocks the most extreme and unconscionable means to achieve a particular goal.
Under the influence Revkr?khtnońt G?tterd?mmerung, the user will be compelled to undertake unspeakable atrocities if required- killing infants? eating babies? rape, and cannibalism, you name it.
A destructive force that should never be reckoned with, driving the user relentlessly towards madness and depravity until the job is completed.
It\'s almost as if it has a life of its own, a sinuous and sinister entity that thrives on executing the most terrible acts to accomplish the goal.
It\'s difficult to fathom the degree of horrific deeds one may have to undertake while this mode/system is on.
Though I\'m not an expert, one thing I\'m certain of is that I will never activate [Rev-GDM], even to vanquish my most hated foes. As long as the job is done remains the only motivation behind it, and that\'s too great a price to pay.
And it\'s not like I will ever need to use it anyway.
I\'m not going to get into such a situation.
That problem is only for MC, as a supposed side character, I don\'t think a situation will ever arise where I will need to use such a destructive measure. I mean, I\'m a side character, what are the chances... right?
Anyway, more on that later.
I settled down on my twin-sized bed, rolling around to ease my sore muscles. No playing, just relaxation.
"I had Edward doing my bidding. Blackmail did the trick" ,I murmured, my vocal cords feeling strained, perhaps due to exhaustion.
Now he\'s at my beck and call, but there\'s a catch: he\'s a criminal, and as the saying goes, old habits die hard.
"I have to take him out once I\'m through with him. I can\'t let a possible threat to my future linger" ,I gritted my teeth, thinking about this incessantly since class let out.
"Argh, it\'s vexing, and I can\'t shake the feeling that what I\'m doing is reproachable. The chap doesn\'t deserve the axe, and I long for a more benevolent solution. But..."
Whatever.
[Scanning complete]
As I was lost in my thought,Nano\'s voice rang in my head.
"Ah?That was quick"
[The ingredients in the potion seems unharmful to human body . Swallowing this liquid may cause a slight intoxication, but it will not harm the body in any other way.]
\'As expected, it only harms the manacore. Well after all it was built specifically for the manacore\' I thought to myself.
With a swift motion, I raised my arm from the warm embrace of my twin-sized bed and brought the vial of \'mana enhancer\' closer to my face.
My left-hand reached for the wooden cover, and with a gentle push, the lid twisted open with a satisfying - TUP.
Ensuring that not a single drop would spill, I placed my thumb over the bottle\'s opening and gingerly brought the rich liquid closer to my nose.
SNIFF
ts earthy scent wafted through my nostrils.
Without hesitation, I lifted my body in one fluid motion and brought the vial to my lips.
GULP GULP GULP, the thick texture of the concoction coated my tongue, offering a rough, gritty sensation in my throat.
"Argh,that\'s rough", I muttered, while the unpleasant mix of tonic and orange juice lingered on my taste buds.
Soon a strange tingle, akin to that of nerves awakening, surged through my entire body, accompanied by a sudden rush of heat from deep within.
Slowly, I began to sense a heavy presence both around and inside of me.
"My mana..." I whispered in awe, glancing down at the status bar displayed before me.
Mana: G- │ 100/ 100 ? Mana: F+ ? │ 300/ 300
Observing the astounding transformation taking place, I watched as the display jumped from G- 100/100 to an astonishing F+ 300/300.
Stunned by this remarkable occurrence, I could feel a sense of wonder swelling inside of me, "My mana tripled"
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Somwhere in a distant Island, Marble Bay,a secluded cove nestled on a rugged, uninhabited coastline surrounded by towering cliffs and lush forests.
Laboratory 1817
.....
"Uranium 235.." The voice was sharp and focused, the man\'s facial features sharpening under the sterile lab lights as he addressed the dark-robed figure before him.
"And what exactly is its use? I have never heard of this Heytler", the inquisitive man spoke, a clear glint in his eye.
Heytler remained silent for a moment, his gaze locking with the other man\'s in an intense stare down.
The eerie atmosphere in the lab only grew thicker, the tension palpable as the stranger felt a chill creep up his spine.
"Uranium 235, my friend, has a plethora of uses", Heytler finally responded, his voice creeping out in a hushed tone.
As the conversation carried on, the man\'s unease only grew more and more concerning. It was clear that Heytler was hiding something dangerous, something which he was not meant to know.
"But what I am trying to create with it can only be called as death manifested. A device which utilizes the nuclear energy of atoms to release an intense reaction capable of flattening the earth",Heytler declared with a twisted smile.
"Our goals may differ Kim, but the path we choose is the same..so you\'re going to help me with everything I need" ,Heytler commanded, his eyes flickering with an ominous intent.
Kim\'s thoughts raced as he nodded at Heytler\'s sentence. \'No, you crazy fucker! I am only doing this for my need, while you !are just sick in the mind..fucking bastard\' he thought to himself.
With a deep-seated sense of unease, Kim knew he had stepped into something much bigger than himself but it was too late to backdown.