Neurolink System in the Modern World

Chapter 22: Twisted System

I breathed a sigh of relief as I looked at the system screen.

The Domination skill had reached 100%, and my mission "Dominate a woman" was finally completed. I was glad to have achieved it, though the means were far from being called morally acceptable.

With a mix of emotions, I thought about the pink haired woman lying in bed. I realized that my actions had taken me to a dark and twisted place, fueled by my new power.

Sitting in my chair, I couldn't help but contemplate. The system I possessed was twisted, and honestly, I wasn't a good person either.

If it weren't for that infidelity I had witnessed earlier – who's to say how much further I would have fallen down this dark path?

"But, am I really regretting my actions?"

As I reflected on my recent impulsiveness, I questioned whether I was truly feeling guilty or if it was just a fleeting emotion.

The truth was, while there was a hint of remorse, I wasn't really bothered by it . What mattered was accepting the fact that I needed to adopt a more ruthless approach if I wanted to fully utilize the potential of my twisted system.

That's right, I have to stand by my decisions without any regrets. Even if I were to go back in time, I'd make the same choices again. Guilt won't change anything now; it's too late for that. I've come to terms with the fact that I have to be the bad guy in order to grow stronger.

"Status," I muttered to myself, eager to see the outcome of all the hard effort I had put in .

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Name : Ji-Hoon Zyden

Age : 18 years old

Overall Stats : 17.5

Level (5) [450/1000]

<Attributes>

Strength: 0.5

Agility: 5.3

Stamina: 0.5

Endurance: 4.1

Intelligence: 2.6

Charisma: 4.5

<Skills>

Mind Eye [Level 2]

Suggestion [Level 7]

Skill Store I

Attribute Points: 0

Skill points: 2

Domination Points : 1

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"Domination Points?" I exclaimed in surprise as I observed yet another point system within my status.

The display showed a value of 1, leading me to assume that I earned one point for each woman I asserted control over. It seemed like this system was hell bent on encouraging me to embrace a darker a path.

"Skill Store"

With excitement, I summoned the virtual store, eager to explore the array of skills I could acquire immediately.

[Ding!]

Another window promptly appeared before me, listing the following options:

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Bronze Rank Skill

Cost : 1 Domination Points

Superior Memory Retention (Upgradeable): The ability to remember things with incredible clarity, making it easier to recall details, facts, and experiences. While not superhuman, this skill could be incredibly useful for academics, professionals, and individuals who want to enhance their learning and cognitive abilities.

Quick Learning (Upgradeable): The capacity to quickly grasp new skills and information, allowing for efficient mastery of various subjects. This skill could make learning new languages, instruments, or other skills significantly easier, but it wouldn't grant instant expertise.

Intuitive Complex Problem Solving: (Upgradeable): A knack for intuitively grasping complex problems and finding innovative solutions. This skill might not solve every problem instantly, but it could lead to creative insights and a more efficient thought process when tackling challenges.

Intense Concentration (Upgradeable): The ability to maintain intense concentration on a task for extended periods. This skill could lead to increased productivity, better quality work, and improved efficiency in various activities.

Enhanced Cognitive Intuition (Upgradeable): Developing a strong sense of intuition that helps you make better decisions by tapping into your subconscious insights. This could be beneficial in decision-making and problem-solving scenarios.

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The presence of the word " Bronze ranks" caught my attention, indicating that the available skills varied in their power. While not overwhelmingly overpowered, the skills were undoubtedly impressive, especially considering their potential for upgrades.

Among them, the "Quick Learning" skill particularly stood out to me.

The prospect of swiftly grasping learning things held immense value for my long-term growth. As I pondered further, the realization that this skill could be further enhanced at higher levels, possibly enabling me to master new subjects almost instantly, filled me with anticipation. The possibilities that lay ahead were truly limitless .

Regrettably, I lack sufficient Domination points to purchase the other skills at the moment. However, I'm not disheartened by this, as I am aware that I can accumulate more points in the future.

"I choose Quick Learning"

After choosing the "Quick Learning" skill, I suddenly felt lightheaded for a few seconds. I couldn't help but notice that my head began to ache as well.

It crossed my mind that this skill might be reconfiguring my brain somehow. I struggled to speak coherently, my hand instinctively reaching to hold my head as I tried to cope with the discomfort and refrain from shouting and expressing my pain.

As a few more seconds passed, the pain became increasingly unbearable. It felt as though my consciousness was gradually slipping away.

Unable to withstand the agony any longer, I made the decision to stop resisting and allow myself to succumb to the pain. With a sense of surrender, I let myself drift into a state of unconsciousness, seeking comfort in sleep.

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After a deep and restful sleep, I slowly woke up. As my surroundings became clearer, I noticed that my mind felt sharper and more alert. I wasn't sure if it was due to the effects of the "Quick Learning" skill, but there was definitely a noticeable change in how I felt.

"Status, Skill"

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<Skills>

Mind Eye [Level 2]

Suggestion [Level 7] [13% chance]

Quick Learning [Level 1] [25% increase]

Skill Store I

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Seeing my skill set, I couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction. I had wisely saved some attribute points for this very moment. Without wasting any time, I gleefully funneled my remaining attribute points into the "Quick Learning" skill.

Quick Learning [Level 1] —> [Level 3] [75% increase]

It was a good progression, and I couldn't help but chuckle.

All I needed now was to boost it a little further to reach 100%, and I'd have double the learning speed. I felt like I was gaming the system and winning big, and it was a satisfying feeling.

"This is what I call progress !" I exclaimed, feeling like a savvy investor watching their stocks rise.