[Oh no. It looks like Host got a dementia from his recent bloodline fusion.]
James's eye twitched.
[I already said you won't gain negative effects from bloodlines fused through the Evolvnari Bloodline. You have no sunlight weakness, no holy weakness, and no typical vampire drawbacks.]
"Good. That's a relief."
James nodded slowly, ignoring the earlier sarcasm.
His eyes turned back to the Gacha wheel.
"If this was only Gold rarity, how strong are the higher ones?"
[So strong they'll blow your mind.]
James's pulse quickened.
He used another ticket.
The wheel spun again. The colors flashed before his eyes.
The needle slowed at Iron rarity.
Fortunately, it kept moving forward.
The needle finally stopped at the best rarity.
'Radiant rarity.'
He got the highest rarity reward!
[Congratulations, Host has obtained: Void Horror Physique.]
"What is this?"
[….]
"System?"
[…Host, are you actually the secret lover of the Goddess of Luck?]
The system's tone was no longer sarcastic. It sounded deadly serious.
James rolled his eyes.
"Just tell me what it is."
[The Void Horror Physique originates from ancient beings called Void Horrors.]
[They are monstrous entities that rarely seen even in the cosmos.]
[They can devour entire planets and even stars to grow stronger. Even galactic empires fear them.]
James's lips curled into a grin.
"That sounds ridiculously good."
[It is. This physique will make your body adaptable to everything. You will become resilient, and capable of growth far beyond normal limits.]
Excitement rushed through him.
He wasn't done yet.
He used the third Gacha ticket.
The wheel spun, then slowed again.
For a brief moment, his thoughts drifted back to his old life.
James had spent years doing a dull 9-5. It drained every ounce of energy from him.
He had no time for himself, no hobbies left, and no girlfriend.
Even the friends he once had had drifted away, unable to stay close to someone who was always too busy.
His family grew distant too.
They had told him again and again that he never gave them his time.
In the end, he had grown used to being alone.
Who would've thought he would get a new life, and a second chance?
He clenched his fist in excitement. This time, he would do better, and life a life that wasn't just about working 24/7.
The Gacha needle stopped once more at Radiant, the best rarity.
[Congratulations, Host has obtained: Swordsmanship Talent.]
James raised an eyebrow.
"So I got a talent this time. How good is it?"
[It is a supreme-level sword talent. Think of it as SSS rank Swordsmanship Talent from the novels you used to read.]
[With enough training, you can surpass even the previous Sword Gods. Normally, someone could train for centuries and still not reach that level.]
[With this talent, your path will be much easier.]
The system seemed to have accepted his heaven-defying luck.
James's mind raced.
A bloodline that could evolve endlessly, a terrifying physique, and a sword talent that could rival legends.
James grinned.
He was looking forward to his new life.
The curiosity pushed him to use another Gacha ticket.
The wheel spun again and landed on Gold.
[Congratulations, Host has obtained: Appearance Improvement Card.]
"…?"
James raised an eyebrow.
"What sort of reward is this? How is this on the same rarity as the Evolvnari Bloodline?"
He turned to the mirror again.
His looked taller, healthier, and stronger after his bloodline evolved.
This was without using the Appearance Improvement Card.
"Should I even use the Appearance Improvement Card? If my appearance changes too suddenly, people might question it…"
He trailed off as he saw his reflection.
He looked different already.
"I should just use it.
"It's a good thing I live alone since my parents are busy with work.
"As for high school, I can take a few weeks break and when I return, I can say it was a puberty glow-up that improved my appearance."
He activated the card.
His vision blurred for a moment.
When it cleared, the reflection staring back at him nearly left him speechless.
He grew taller again.
He was now around one meter and eighty-seven centimeters (6' 13').
His jawline was sharp.
His features were balanced and attractive.
He lifted his shirt. His stomach had firm, visible muscles.
His chest was broad, and his arms carried well-defined strength.
He wasn't overly bulky, and his muscles looked sculpted like a Greek god.
He looked down and checked inside his pant.
Even his "little James" had received an upgrade.
"…Damn," he whispered, unable to hide his satisfaction.
James ran a hand over his stomach and smiled.
The difference was night and day.
In his old life, he had been just another average man.
Now, he looked like someone people would naturally admire.
"People say appearance isn't everything.
"But that's a lie.
"Ugly people get ignored, while beautiful people post one picture online and get fame, sponsorships for advertisements, and money."
He smirked at the thought.
Appearance was power in its own way.
"Now, there is only one last Gacha ticket left."
'Use it,' he ordered in his head.
The Gacha Whell spun rapidly.
The colors flashed by until the needle slowed.
It finally stopped on an iron rarity.
[Congratulations, Host has obtained: Lucky Coin.]
"Iron rarity?"
A small coin appeared in his palm.
It was dull and gray, with a faint metallic glow.
"I pulled the worst rarity on my last spin."
[H-How? Why is that item there?] The system's voice rang in his mind, unusually shaken.
James tilted his head.
The System wasn't this shocked when he got his highest rarity reward.
"What is this Lucky Coin?"
[Check your palm.]
He looked down again.
The iron coin rested in his hand.
Both sides had the same design: a lady watering her feet.
[That coin will increase your luck when you use it. Since it's Iron Grade, your luck will only increase for a few hours.]
James narrowed his eyes. "Is it really something that would shock you?"
[…]
The system stayed quiet for a long moment before finally explaining.
[Host....]