Chapter 18 – The Unexpected Inheritance
Adrian:
— But how is that possible? If I had some kind of inheritance or power, why have I never felt anything?
Cordelia:
— That's easy to explain.
You see... you didn't inherit a complete legacy, but rather some characteristics of it.
For example: if I had a child, he would only inherit my light power, my super strength, or my speed.
He wouldn't be able to use my Divine Possession nor have more than fifty percent of my strength, even if he reached the same level as me.
Adrian:
— But that still doesn't explain why I never awakened these powers before.
Cordelia:
— I think it's because you were always inside the city's barrier.
It limits even strong heirs, so it would have an even greater effect on someone like you who hadn't awakened yet.
That's why, when you entered the divine domain and started battling, almost dying several times, your powers were already beginning to awaken.
And when my energy entered your body, it triggered the start of your awakening.
Adrian:
— So how do I complete the full awakening?
Cordelia:
— Normally, it would be impossible in our situation since we would need a source of neutral energy.
Adrian:
— Neutral energy? What's that?
Cordelia:
— For example: the reason it's risky for me to transfer my energy to you is because my energy carries my own traits.
When it enters your body, it starts attacking your system.
Null energy, or neutral energy, has no personal traits.
It can serve as a safe battery to awaken your powers without risking your life.
Adrian:
— So it's impossible for me to awaken my powers?
Cordelia:
— That's why I said normally it would be impossible in this situation... but look at this!
Adrian, seeing the object in her hand, widens his eyes.
Adrian:
— Isn't that... the power stone I found?
Cordelia:
— Yes! You're one lucky idiot.
With it, you can awaken your powers peacefully.
Are you ready?
Adrian:
— And I'll sleep and only wake up tomorrow, right?
Cordelia:
— Don't worry, I'll take care of everything. You can start, I'm ready.
Cordelia then uses her energy to activate the crystal and transfer it to Adrian.
Cordelia:
— Good night — she says with a smile.
Adrian:
— Good night... — he replies, closing his eyes.
Cordelia watches as Adrian falls asleep, thinking:
> "Well... I'm going to sleep too.
After he awakens this inheritance, we'll finally begin our true journey."
She lies down, closing her eyes, ready for what's to come.
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