Chapter Ten: Unveiling the Power
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Crow leaned against the wall of the abandoned building, his eyes glancing over his surroundings with a calm, calculating gaze. The night had fallen silent around him, save for the low hum of distant traffic and the occasional creak of the structure beneath his weight. The growing tension between Mirko and Lady Nagant had caught his attention, but now, it was time for him to focus.
With a thought, his hand raised, and the holographic display of his stat panel flickered into existence before him. Crow's eyes narrowed slightly as he reviewed the detailed information of his abilities, quirks, and power.
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Crow's Stat Panel:
Class: Shadow Monarch (Level 9)
Quirk Storage: 90,000/90,000
Quirks Acquired:
1,230+ Quirks (Including Charm, Summoning, and Combat-Based Abilities)
200 Summoning Quirks
100 Charming Quirks
40 Computer-like Quirks (Artificial Intelligence Integration, Memory Enhancement, Tactical Systems)
Status:
Strength: 10,000
Speed: 9,500
Endurance: 10,200
Intelligence: 11,000
Charisma: 15,000 (Increased due to Charming Quirks)
Manipulation Power: 8,000
Control: 10,500
Affections:
Mirko: 70% Loyalty (Increased from Charming Quirks, but fluctuating due to jealousy)
Lady Nagant: 65% Loyalty (Growing stronger, but highly influenced by her own emotions and Crow's power over her)
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Crow's gaze lingered on the numbers for a moment, the soft hum of his system humming in his mind as he processed everything. His loyalty and control over those around him had grown substantially. His ability to manipulate emotions and minds had reached impressive heights, though the rising conflict between Mirko and Lady Nagant wasn't something that could be ignored.
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Crow's fingers swiped over the panel, and with a thought, two additional windows appeared—one for Mirko's status and another for Lady Nagant's. His smirk grew ever so slightly as he observed the data.
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Mirko's Stat Panel:
Name: Mirko (Hero)
Quirk: Rabbit (Enhanced Agility, Enhanced Senses, Super Strength)
Level: 25
Quirks Acquired:
100 Quirks (Mostly combat and enhancement-focused)
Status:
Strength: 8,200
Speed: 9,100
Endurance: 7,500
Intelligence: 5,500
Charisma: 4,200 (Manipulated by Charming Quirks)
Manipulation Power: 6,800
Control: 6,900
Affections:
Crow: 80% Loyalty (Deeply influenced by Charming Quirks but mixed with jealousy)
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Lady Nagant's Stat Panel:
Name: Lady Nagant (Villain, Former Hero)
Quirk: Rifle (Long-range sniping, energy control)
Level: 35
Quirks Acquired:
40 Quirks (Focused on combat and control abilities)
Status:
Strength: 7,800
Speed: 8,300
Endurance: 6,500
Intelligence: 8,200
Charisma: 7,000 (Growing influence from Crow's Charming Quirks)
Manipulation Power: 9,000
Control: 9,100
Affections:
Crow: 90% Loyalty (Strong emotional bond developing, influenced by his power over her)
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Crow's eyes narrowed as he looked at both panels. The difference in the two women's affections toward him was already apparent. Mirko's loyalty was strong, but her jealousy was a constant issue, something that might cause her to lash out if left unchecked. On the other hand, Lady Nagant's loyalty was growing rapidly, her emotions becoming increasingly tied to Crow's influence. But her bond with him had yet to fully solidify, and there was still some underlying distance, despite her clear attachment.
What intrigued Crow the most, however, was the data on their manipulation power and control. Mirko had impressive physical stats, but her emotional vulnerability was a weakness that Crow could exploit. Lady Nagant, while not as physically dominant, had a much higher level of manipulation power, making her more dangerous and adaptable in a different way.
Crow closed the panels, taking a deep breath as he considered his next steps.
He turned to look at Lady Nagant, who still stood a few steps behind him, her presence soft but undeniable. She had kept a respectful distance, but there was no mistaking the way her eyes lingered on him.
Mirko, standing off to the side, was less subtle. Her arms were crossed, her posture rigid, her eyes darting between Crow and Lady Nagant. The jealousy in her gaze was palpable, but it was clear that Crow had control over her as well. She had become a pet in more ways than one.
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"Lady Nagant," Crow called out, breaking the silence as he turned to her. "You have a lot of potential. I may need you for something more than just a follower soon."
Lady Nagant's eyes widened slightly, but she quickly masked it with a calm, composed expression. "What would you have me do, Master?"
The words seemed to come naturally to her now, just as they had for Mirko, and yet, Crow noticed a flicker of something darker in Lady Nagant's gaze. She wasn't just loyal—she was beginning to crave something deeper, something that might prove difficult to control.
Crow smirked and turned toward Mirko, who was glaring at them. "As for you, Mirko," he said, his voice low and teasing. "You'll just have to deal with it. We all have our roles, don't we?"
Mirko's jaw clenched, but she didn't argue. Instead, she gave a sharp nod, her pride preventing her from fully acknowledging the growing jealousy she felt.
Crow's smirk widened as he observed them both, each in their own way, vying for his attention, his approval.
The game had only just begun.
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End of Chapter Ten.
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