Chapter 2

After a bit of fiddling, Wuyan finally figured out the differences between the three types. In simple terms, abilities that can be acquired through learning are categorized as 'Skills.' Abilities that cannot be acquired through learning are categorized as 'Talents.' As for 'Bloodline' abilities, they are the easiest to understand: only those who possess the specific bloodline can use the abilities associated with it.

Moreover, there are certain limitations to using these abilities. Even if they are of different categories, abilities of the same type cannot be mastered simultaneously. For example, the Dead Apostle's Evil Eye and the Sharingan are both 'Talent' and 'Bloodline' abilities, respectively, but they both belong to the category of eye techniques, so one can only possess one of them.

Additionally, a user cannot possess two or more bloodlines simultaneously. A user can only have one 'Bloodline' ability. If they wish to change to another bloodline, they must give up their current one!

Fortunately, bloodlines can be sold back to the system, which will grant the user half the ability points of the original bloodline. Although this is a bit of a rip-off, it's better than nothing, right?

After more fiddling, Wuyan gained a fairly good understanding of the system's functions. After all, the system can exchange not only abilities but also equipment and items. The familiar yet somewhat unfamiliar equipment and items were neatly listed in the exchange menu, making Wuyan's mouth water.

Under the system's guidance, Wuyan learned that to obtain these items and abilities, one must use the corresponding points: equipment points for equipment, item points for items, ability points for abilities, and summon points for characters.

As long as Wuyan had these points, he could acquire anything in the system, no matter what it was. After some time of research, Wuyan realized that the system had everything you could think of, but not everything you couldn't!

If Wuyan could still maintain his human composure after seeing the lists of 'Equipment,' 'Abilities,' and 'Items,' then the moment he saw the 'Summon' list, he completely lost his humanity.

Wuyan's eyes bulged, emitting a greenish glow even more intense than a wolf's, his face almost expressionless as he stared intently at the summon list.

Hatsune Miku: 5000 summon points

...

Kuroyanagi Shu: 10000 summon points

...

Ikaros: 100000 summon points

...

The peaceful forest, full of vitality, was soon disrupted by a sudden cacophony of screams and howls.

We could vaguely see a young man, who looked like a wild man, jumping and shouting in a clearing in the forest, his noise making anyone who saw him think, "What a lunatic!"

Wuyan laughed and cried at the same time, his body twisting uncontrollably. Whether he was dancing in joy or just twitching in excitement, only an expert could tell.

Wuyan was now absolutely certain that this was not just a golden finger system but a harem system!

What's the point of conquering the world or slaughtering enemies? That's all just fluff!

My ideal paradise is right here, isn't it?

Wuyan wished he could burst the projection screen and 'rescue' the girls inside, but with his 0 summon points, he could only click around frantically, receiving the repeated system message, "Insufficient summon points."

"System, how can I get these summon points?" Wuyan, on the verge of tears, felt like he was about to collapse. The feeling of seeing but not being able to 'eat' was unbearable. The system was clearly toying with him.

"The user can obtain the corresponding points by completing system-issued tasks or by selling other items to the system for a certain amount of points."

"Complete tasks? Do I have any tasks now?" Looking at the string of zeros in his status bar, Wuyan felt miserable, but he quickly recovered. It's like a dating sim; only by completing the quests can you win the girl's heart. This is a test of love!

Of course, this was just the inner monologue of a humanoid creature...

As Wuyan's voice faded, the system's voice calmly responded.

Hunting Task: Survival Drill!

Task 1: Hunt 100 monsters in the Giant Beast Forest.

Reward: 2000 equipment points, 2000 item points, 1000 ability points, 1000 summon points.

Task 2: Kill 10 level 10 monsters in the Giant Beast Forest.

Reward: 5000 equipment points, 5000 item points, 3000 ability points, 3000 summon points.

Task 3: Kill 1 level 20 monster in the Giant Beast Forest.

Reward: 10000 equipment points, 10000 item points, 5000 ability points, 5000 summon points.

If Wuyan had wished for a bunch of tasks to grind points earlier, now he wished he could curse his father. How could a shut-in who spent all day watching anime and reading light novels be expected to wield a kitchen knife to kill monsters? He'd probably be devoured down to the bones.

"System, are you deliberately making things difficult for me? I'm at level 0. How can I kill monsters? Even a wild animal could send me back to the great underworld. Did you really bring me here just to let me die?"

Wuyan became more and more agitated, his voice and performance almost making one cry and feel sad. If he added a few tears and saliva, it would be even more convincing.

After imagining his tragic fate countless times, Wuyan finally stopped his speech, tears in his eyes.

"Beep! Given the user's low strength, which is insufficient for basic survival, the system grants initial points: 10000 equipment points, 10000 item points, 10000 ability points, and 10000 summon points, to enhance the user's abilities. Please use them wisely!"

At this moment, the mechanical voice of the system sounded like heavenly music to Wuyan. Seeing the additional 10000 points of each type, Wuyan's face lit up with joy.

It turns out your earlier performance was just an act...

After receiving the 'newbie package,' Wuyan began to browse the system's projection. This initial capital was his guarantee of survival in this new world. All types of穿越 (穿越 means '穿越' in Chinese, which refers to '穿越' stories where the protagonist is transported to another world) stories deeply prove one truth: strength is paramount!

With strength, you can be a show-off and still be considered cool. Without it, you're just a nobody.

With strength, you can do those cliché things, like saving the damsel in distress, saving the damsel in distress, saving the damsel in distress...

After browsing the system's projection for a while, Wuyan sadly realized a harsh fact.

What he had seen earlier was purely the system toying with him. Others put the cheap and practical items at the front, but why did you put the powerful and extremely expensive items at the front?

With a roller-coaster of emotions, Wuyan browsed the system's list, looking for treasures. Of course, the first thing to consider was abilities, as they were pure strength.

Although some powerful abilities were beyond Wuyan's reach, some practical ones were quite attractive, and there were more than one, making it hard for Wuyan to choose.

In the end, Wuyan chose a 'Skill' ability called 'Sword Mastery.'

Sword Mastery: A master of swordsmanship, whose skills are on par with a master who has wielded a sword for decades; 10000 ability points.

As Wuyan clicked to exchange, a sudden pain shot through his forehead, and countless images appeared in his mind!

In the images, there were swordsmanship experts practicing, continuously swinging their swords. Each image used a different sword technique, and now they seemed to be imparting their lifelong knowledge to Wuyan. Every movement, every detail, was deeply etched into Wuyan's mind.

Wuyan's eyes seemed to lose focus. In his perception, he spent an unknown amount of time learning these sword techniques, maybe a year, maybe ten years, maybe just one day...

After a while, the images of the swordsmanship experts slowly faded away, and Wuyan suddenly came to his senses, rubbing his forehead in a daze, digesting the experience brought by the images.

At this moment, those complex and profound sword techniques were deeply etched into Wuyan's memory, impossible to forget.

After a long while, Wuyan let out a deep breath and smiled happily.

He had originally thought he would be constrained by this system for life...

Fortunately, the methods and cultivation techniques of the abilities he exchanged were directly transmitted to his mind. Once learned, they were his!

Although he didn't know what 'Talent' and 'Bloodline' abilities were like, at least the 'Skill' abilities enriched his strength and experience.

Wuyan had been a bit heartbroken about using up all 10000 ability points, but now he felt it was worth it.

Next, Wuyan exchanged a weapon. After all, having sword techniques without a sword was useless.

Kusanagi Sword (D-Rank): From Naruto, the sword of Uchiha Sasuke; 3000 equipment points.

A flash of light, and a sheathed katana appeared in Wuyan's hand.

Curiously touching the long sword, Wuyan nodded in satisfaction, sheathing it on his back and closing the projection.

As for items, he wasn't sure what to exchange yet, so he decided to keep the item points for now. As for summoning, although Wuyan was eager to summon those cute girls, he didn't want to be a man who relied on women. Girls from the second dimension were not simple, and if the summoned girl was stronger than him, it would hurt his pride. He would wait until he became a bit stronger.

"System, do you have a map of the Giant Beast Forest?" Although it was a bit embarrassing, Wuyan had to admit he had a bit of a directional problem, being a shut-in...

"Beep! Complete map of the Giant Beast Forest, 3000 item points. Do you want to exchange?"

"..." Fine, it's my fault for relying on you.

Now, points were very precious, and even a single point was valuable. He had just thought about keeping his points.

He would rely on himself. He wouldn't believe that he would be defeated by this so-called forest.

With confidence, Wuyan took large steps toward the place that had made him tremble just moments ago.

Now that he had 'Sword Mastery,' a product of the system, he was ready for any monsters!

Wuyan had forgotten that although he had gained some abilities, his level was still a very cute '0.'

"Beep! Warning! A powerful monster has appeared within 100 meters of the user. According to calculations, the user's chance of winning in a battle is less than 5%. It is recommended to avoid the encounter as much as possible!"

Wuyan paused, then continued walking with a blank expression.

"I was born to be a tragedy!"