Chapter 21: The Wrath of the Strongest Warrior
The moment news of my awakening spread, the world shifted. What began as an internal shockwave within India quickly turned into an international frenzy. The world's top organizations, elite academies, and powerful factions had their eyes locked onto me.
But with recognition came danger.
The Hidden Threats Begin
At first, there were only whispers—unknown figures watching me from the shadows, drones hovering too close for comfort, encrypted messages being exchanged in the dark web. But whispers soon turned into action.
The first assassination attempt was subtle—a drone strike disguised as a mechanical malfunction. If not for the city's defense systems, it would have caught me off guard. The second attempt was more direct—an assassin at Foundation Stage Level 9 lunged at me from an alleyway, his blade aimed at my throat. He never got the chance to strike.
More reports surfaced—a bounty had been placed on my head across the world. The reward?
100 million AstraCoins for an attempted kill
1 billion AstraCoins for a confirmed kill
This wasn't just a challenge to my survival; it was an open declaration of war.
The Wrath of Rudra Rajput
But the world had underestimated one thing—Rudra Rajput, the strongest warrior alive, would not tolerate chaos in his territory.
A Titan Stage Level 8 warrior, he was a living legend. His existence alone deterred entire armies, and when he acted, nations trembled.
The moment he learned about the assassination attempts within Mumbai, his fury was unleashed. That very night, Rudra personally stormed the three assassination organizations responsible—Blood Fang, Shadow Serpents, and Phantom Dagger.
Their bases were obliterated. Hundreds of assassins perished in a single night. Those who tried to flee never even made it past the city limits. Their bodies were found the next morning—headless.
The next day, Rudra Rajput made an official announcement:
"Mumbai is under my watch. Any further assassination attempts within the city will be seen as a direct challenge to me. If you have the courage, come. But remember, I do not tolerate second chances."
His words sent shockwaves across the globe. Every major faction now knew that killing me inside Mumbai was impossible.
But they were patient.
They wouldn't attack here.
They would wait for me to step outside.
Preparing for the Future
I knew staying within Mumbai would keep me safe—for now. But safety wasn't my goal. I needed power, and the only way to obtain it was through battle.
That's when I made my decision.
I would leave the city and train in the wilderness.
The wildlands outside Mumbai were filled with powerful mutated beasts, and for me, that meant one thing—lifespan. I could hunt, grow stronger, and sharpen my skills without the constraints of the city.
But before leaving, I needed better techniques.
The 1 Billion AstraCoins Exchange
I made my way to Mumbai's most elite marketplace—Titan Vault, a hidden underground exchange where only the wealthiest and strongest could purchase advanced techniques.
I walked to the private section, where cultivation manuals were displayed behind forcefields. The attendant, a middle-aged man with cybernetic implants, raised an eyebrow as I approached.
"You have AstraCoins to spend, kid?" he asked, his voice laced with skepticism.
I smirked. "One billion. Show me your best."
His expression changed instantly. Without another word, he led me to a secluded chamber where three manuals were displayed.
1. Supreme Body Cultivation Technique – Sand Body (100 Million AstraCoins)
This was an ancient technique meant to refine the human body to the peak of physical strength. It had nine levels, but humans had only recovered the first three.
The first level, Sand Body, increased durability, internal resilience, and defensive capability. My skin and muscles would harden like reinforced steel, making me much harder to kill.
I immediately bought it.
2. Psychic Telekinesis Art – Flying Blades Mastery (500 Million AstraCoins)
A high-level Psychic Warrior technique designed for multi-blade telekinetic combat.
With this, I could control 21 flying knives at once, each exerting its maximum power simultaneously. That meant if I used all of them, my combined attack power would be 21 times stronger than a single blade strike.
This technique alone would turn me into a walking massacre. Without hesitation, I purchased it.
3. Force Amplification Technique – Heaven's Might (300 Million AstraCoins)
A technique that multiplied raw strength.
The first level granted 2x original force, while the second level granted 5x original force. If I fully mastered it, every punch, every slash, and every movement would carry five times my actual power.
It was a game-changer in close combat. I bought it immediately.
With 900 million AstraCoins spent, I still had 100 million left, which I kept in reserve for future needs.
The Road to the Wilderness
With my techniques secured, my path was set.
I returned home and informed my family.
My father, Arjun Verma, nodded approvingly. "You have chosen the right path. Strength is the only thing that will protect you."
My mother, Meera Verma, was hesitant but understood. "Just… return safely, my son."
Siya Sharma, however, wasn't happy. "You just awakened, and now you're running off into danger?!"
"If I don't get stronger now, I won't have the luxury of choosing where I go in the future," I answered.
She bit her lip but didn't argue further. Instead, she made me promise to keep in touch.
With everything set, I prepared for my journey into the unknown.
The world was watching. The enemies were waiting. But none of it mattered.
Because soon, I would rewrite the rules of power.
End of Chapter 21.