CHAPTER 1 - EXTENSION

~Hours later at Beacon Seed Academy~

In the dimly lit corridors, the chemistry class finally came to an end, much to the relief of the bored learners.

The faint scent of chemicals still lingered in the air, blending with the excited buzz of bodies moving from one class to the next.

David and Gary navigated the crowded halls, their footsteps echoing softly against the sleek, polished floors.

The background hum of students chatting and laughing filled the space, but it was Gary's infectious humor that stood out, slicing through the noise with bursts of laughter and sharp wit.

He reveled in spinning jokes across every topic, his energy as lively as the halls around them.

His teasing even extended to David, playfully recounting how effortlessly the latter had taken down a squad of Chaos Force minions the night before.

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But the following events that unfolded took a dire turn for them. In the blink of an eye, they were obliterated by the sheer divine prowess of their adversary, their fading consciousness unable to grasp the details of their demise.>>

Gary, still processing the intensity of David's abilities as well as the audacity of the Chaos Force, couldn't help but express his disbelief.

GARY: "Damn. I can't believe those sorcerers were daring enough to underestimate you. Were they tired of living?"

DAVID: "You can't blame their judgement towards me, Gary. After all, my super prowess as a brawler within the saint realm's hierarchy is considered trivial in their eyes. It's all thanks to this divine ability of mine that I stood a chance against them."

David replied, his voice exuding calm confidence. But behind his composed demeanor, a complex expression danced upon his face, hinting at the intricate origin of his unique power.

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His mind drifted back to a past when he and his second uncle, San Pedro, got attacked by a group of Chaos Force minions. That time also marked the day he acquired the coveted Map of Mysteries.

Modred, their leader, had gained knowledge of David's resurgence from the tragedy that occurred seven years ago. The notorious sorcerer also discovered David's intent to secure the coveted map relic that he painstakingly sought for years.

Unsettled and enraged, he issued a chilling decree for his minions to spare no effort in eliminating their teenage adversary.

David, who lacked the divine ability he now possessed, found himself ill-prepared to navigate such a perilous situation at the time. In a desperate bid for survival, he found himself compelled to yield to the ominous seal, a foreboding power he had yet to contain.

It was his last resort for self-defense.

But in doing so, he inadvertently became a threat not only to his enemies but also to his ally, and most hauntingly, to himself.

The dark turn of events that unfolded afterwards, resulted to the untimely demise of San Pedro, who became the catalyst for unlocking the 'Spirit Mode: Aura of the Divine' within David. This divine power became the turning point in the battle, allowing David to contain the ominous seal and fortify himself against the malevolent sorcerers.

As for his uncle's selfless act, it etched with a great sacrifice.

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DAVID: "If there's one thing that I learned during my years of battle with the Chaos Force, it is that they cannot be underestimated. They lack honor and can be mischievous and shameless. The key things to watch out for is their unholy strength in numbers, as well as their abilities to disguise and summon dark creatures." David explained to Gary as they finally exited the hall premises, striding through the open fields.

GARY: "[Expresses mixed emotions.] I see, mate. That's truly troublesome. It's no fun to be tangled up in such a hell situation, constantly having to watch my back for those annoying cunts-"

Gary had barely finished his sentence when he unexpectedly bumped into one of the school's arrogant bullies. It was Jeffrey Alocost and his seven squad, known for their notorious endeavors within the school premises.

The eight of them had created a reputation that preceded them. Tales of their ruthless encounters with students circulated like urban legends, making even the bravest think twice before crossing their path.

JEFFREY: "If it isn't the fragile Gary. So much for being watchful of me, huh? Do you really find cunts to be that annoying?"

GARY: "I wasn't referring to you..." replied Gary in a solemn tone.

JEFFREY: "You've grown balls, you little twig! You dare talk back at me?" Jeffrey questioned Gary with a scary expression on his face, his voice etched with intimidation.

GARY: "I-l never meant for trouble! I was just having a conversation with my best buddy right here." Gary responded to Jeffrey with an uneasy tone, occasionally flickering glances at David's idle direction.

He hoped that the latter would intervene.

JEFFREY: "[Glance at David before redirecting his gaze back to Gary.] Humph. You already asked for trouble the moment you bumped into me, you fragile punk." Jeffrey cursed.

GARY: "Please Jeff...."

JEFFREY: "Hahaha! Boys, did you just hear this twat? He dared to fucking look me in the eyes and say my name casually." Jeffrey turned to his gang with a sudden burst of hilarious laughter.

Dragging his gang's attention to what Gary had said, Jeffrey suddenly turned on the unsuspecting teenager with a punch, intent on knocking him out cold.

However, it was also at this critical moment that David snapped out of his idleness and intervened on his friend's behalf.

DAVID: "[Swiftly grabs hold of Jeffrey's fist.] Hey, cut it out. I think that's enough."

JEFFREY: "[Scowls at David.] What? Who the fuck do you think you are?"

DAVID: "No one precisely.... Just an emotional being trying to stand up for his friend,"

JEFFREY: "[Furrows an eyebrow, scowling even deeper.] Fine! You've just ordered for your death wish!"

Jeffery forcefully released himself from David's grasp, then reinforced with another punch, which was way more focused than his previous attempt.

However, David casually evaded the punch without effort and countered back with a bone-breaking slam on Jeffrey's arm making the bully wince in pain.

Not giving Jeffrey a moment for recovery, he unleashed a barrage of follow-up swift punches, each one connecting with the bully's ribs and leaving him gasping for air. And just as Jeffery thought David was done, he was met with a devastating uppercut that sent him flying backward and crashing onto the ground.

DAVID: "Anyone else!?" David turned to the remaining gang of bullies to know who else might as well be daring to confront him.

The seven gangs appeared shocked and speechless by what they had just seen, hesitation palpable in their expressions. But shortly afterward, their uncertainty transformed into that of desperation.

In unison, they charged at David, some with clubs and hidden weapons while the rest relied on their fists.

But still, nothing changed.

Even with their combined efforts, they were clearly no match for him. Each and every one of them was effortlessly taken care of by him, and not even a single sweat was visible.

For cunts like this, David didn't need to rely on his abilities. His physical prowess was sufficient to handle a bunch of mere losers.

After swiftly dispatching all the bullies, David nonchalantly returned to Jeffrey's disoriented figure and seized him by the shirt collar.

The bully's pitiful figure lay helpless, his tired knees struggling to keep him upright as he knelt on the ground. Undeterred, David tightened his grip on his opponent as he prepared to deliver the final blow, his fist poised to strike.

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