Rahul’s growth as a hunter was meteoric. Each mission he undertook added new skills and rewards to his arsenal, and his Hyper Unique System continued to show its unmatched capabilities. However, it was during one fateful mission that his past caught up with him again, leaving him to face ghosts he had long buried.
One day, Rahul received an emergency notification on his phone. A new rift had opened, and its threat level was categorized as “unknown.” This wasn’t unusual for high-tier rifts, but the intensity of the alert had the entire city on edge. Awakeners were summoned to the association en masse.
Rahul geared up and made his way to the association. The scene was chaotic as awakeners from various ranks prepared for what might lie ahead. Briefings were short, and teams were formed to tackle the rift.
Rahul’s team entered the rift, the alien landscape immediately alerting them to the danger. It wasn’t long before they were ambushed by a pack of Druta Nakul—snake-like creatures that moved with lightning speed. The battle was brutal, but Rahul’s strategic mind and Hyper Unique System helped the team prevail. Afterward, as they moved deeper into the rift, Rahul noticed another group of hunters approaching.
His heart stopped when he saw her.
Standing in front of him was Priya, the girl who had once been his world, the girl whose betrayal had shattered him. She wasn’t alone. Beside her stood a man, tall and confident, who Rahul instantly recognized as her boyfriend. And next to them was Meera, the friend who had once stood by him but had also drifted away.
Rahul’s breath caught, his mind torn between anger and pain. Priya’s eyes widened in recognition, and for a moment, no one spoke. The silence was broken by the roar of a beast in the distance, snapping them all back to the present.
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“Rahul,” Priya finally said, her voice tentative. “I didn’t expect to see you here.”
Rahul’s expression hardened. “I didn’t expect this either.”
The awkward moment was interrupted as the rift began to shift, the ground trembling beneath their feet. Whatever awaited them deeper within would demand all their focus. Rahul forced himself to set his emotions aside, determined not to let the past cloud his judgment.
As the groups worked together to fend off waves of enemies, it became clear that Priya and Meera were strong hunters, their skills honed over years of experience. But Rahul’s Hyper Unique System gave him an edge they couldn’t match. His abilities and quick thinking turned the tide of every battle, earning him the quiet respect of everyone around him.
When the rift’s boss—a shadowy, shape-shifting beast called Chhaya Pret—emerged, the teams joined forces to take it down. The creature’s ability to hide its presence and launch surprise attacks made it a formidable opponent, but Rahul’s system pinpointed its weaknesses.
"Boss-Level Monster Detected. Weakness: Light-based attacks. Skill Enhancement: Solar Strike Unlocked."
Using his newly unlocked skill, Rahul delivered a devastating blow to the creature, shattering its core and bringing the battle to an end. As the dust settled, the system chimed:
"Boss-Level Monster Defeated. Rewards Distributed."
Rahul received a unique reward: Veil of Radiance, an artifact that granted immunity to concealment-based abilities and enhanced his perception. The others received valuable items and skills as well, though it was clear Rahul’s rewards were unparalleled.
As they exited the rift, Priya and Meera approached Rahul. “Rahul,” Priya began, “we need to talk.”
Rahul held up a hand, his voice steady but firm. “There’s nothing to talk about. The past is done, and so are we. Focus on the world we’re living in now. That’s what matters.”
Without waiting for a response, he walked away, his mind resolute. Rahul knew he couldn’t afford to dwell on the past. His journey was just beginning, and he was determined to forge ahead, stronger and more focused than ever.