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Chapter 4 - Start of something beautiful. IDK

[Time skip — 5 years. FOV: Hakim]

I sigh as I grab milk out of the fridge.

"[Crimson], my dude… I'm not doing that. I'm—no. Just no." I mutter while pouring milk before the cereal.

[TheCrimsonFuker]: (Image of Crimson staring with disgust, glasses hanging low)

You pouring milk before cereal is worse than me asking you to kidnap someone and torture them.

[TheOneTrueRob]: (Image of Rob vomiting smoke)

I agree with @TheCrimsonFuker. Honestly, I'm convinced this is the real reason why you die early in your past life. I mean, who does this? You sicken me.

[TheMasterOfTime]: (Image of a broken clock)

"I do say, were I permitted, I would see this entire timeline expunged forthwith — if only to deliver mine eyes from the torment of such deplorable and dreadfully uncouth behavior! Truly, civilization itself weeps at the sight!"

Viewers [34]

More and more chatters flood in, calling me disgusting. I just shrug.

"Whatever, guys. Trust me on this — it tastes way better with the milk poured first."

I finish making my bowl of cereal, put everything away, and sit down at the table. As I eat, I start talking to Chat in my head.

"Okay, guys. Let's see… it's been five years since I came into this world." I glance at the calendar hanging by the fridge. October 7th, 1967.

"Which means, thanks to Rob, I'm stuck thirty‑seven years before the Mushroom War even starts."

[Vicky Whisper]: Thirty‑seven years… such a long, delicious stretch of time to watch you struggle, Hakim. To watch you bleed, to watch you grow. Don't worry — I'll keep you company. I'll keep you mine.

Not only did he send me this far back, but… my mom.

I can't let her die like that. Either I make her immortal, protect her, or stop the Mushroom War altogether so she can live her full, natural life.

[Vicky Whisper]: Ah, your mother again. Always her. Always the reason you'd burn the world. I should hate her… but if saving her makes you shine brighter, then I'll help you sharpen the knife. Just promise me you won't forget who's really watching you.

Sure, if I do that, the plot will 100% change. All my meta knowledge could become useless. But it would be worth it, right, Chat? Think about it — wouldn't it be more entertaining if the story suddenly changed like that?

Not only would it be more entertaining, but I'd save my mom from a messed‑up death. I just don't know how to do it yet.

"You know what? Let's not talk about it anymore. I'll leave that to my future self," I say, continuing to eat my cereal.

[TheOneTrueRob]: (Image of Rob looking away, embarrassed)

Oh yeah, about that thirty‑seven years thing. I was gonna send you twenty years before Finn was born, but I thought it'd be funny to just let my power open a portal to a random time period. Yeah… there was no thought in my mind when I did that. Sorry, not sorry.

After reading Rob's chat, I stop mid‑motion, spoon with cereal hovering close to my mouth. Slowly, I set it back into the bowl and glare at the screen.

"Rob, I hate you. So let me get this straight — because you thought it would be funny to let your power randomly toss me into a time period, now I've got to wait one thousand and thirty‑seven years? Rob, if I don't go insane waiting that long, I swear I'm going to kill you. Don't know how, but I will." I snap, pissed off.

[TheCrimsonFuker]: Look on the bright side. At least you'll be overpowered. Hahah.

[TheOneTrueRob]: @TheCrimsonFuker is right. I gave you all the time in the world to become one of the strongest beings in the Adventure Time universe. So praise me now. (Image of Rob sticking out his chest proudly.)

I glare at chat, even more furious.

"The only praise I want to give you, Rob, is a fist up your fuking ass."

I let out a long, angry sigh to calm down. "Okay… no point getting more worked up. Or bching about it. I've got no choice but to accept reality." Another sigh escapes me.

[Vicky]: HRB, you have a new Mission. Would you like to see it?

I groan. "Yes, Vicky. Please bring up my status. Anything to get my mind off this. Just pull it up."

[Vicky]: Right.

Status Window

Name: Hakim Rosella Black

Nicknames: Little Monster / HRB

Titles: [Reincarnated / Livestreamer / Genius]

Age: 10 years old

Level: 0

Race: Human

Alignment: Chaotic / ???

Title Effects:

• Reincarnated: Stronger soul.

• Livestreamer: Beings won't interfere unless allowed.

• Genius: ×5 learning speed.

HP: [125/125]

MP: [0/0] Locked Haven't learned yet.

Stamina: [110/110]

Status Effects:

• Unnatural Body: Your body is unnaturally fluid and strong for a kid.

Skills: [Walking Lv.6] [Talking Lv.8] [Running Lv.6] [Drawing Lv.4] [Cooking Lv.2]

Passive Skills: [Denser Bones Lv.Max] [Fluid Motion Lv.Max] [Iron Will Lv.Max]

Template: N/A

Inventory (Large Walk‑in Closet Size):

• 1× Letter from Rob (Item)

• 1× Small Beginner Pack (Consumable)

• 1× Template Card of Yuujirou Hanma (Consumable)

• 1× Cycle of the Elements Orb (Consumable)

• 1× Regeneration/Adaptation Orb (Consumable)

• 1× Bouquet of Bloody Black Roses (Item)

• 100× Gold Coins (Currency)

• 1× A Drop of The Monster Blood (Consumable)

• 2× Strengthening Pills (Consumable)

• 1× Book: How to Unlock and Train Mana for Dummies

Mission Log:

• Type: Main Quest

• Objective: Make it to canon

• Progress: [10 years completed / 1047 years required]

• Claimable rewards:

• 1× World Travel Ticket

• 1× Symbol of the Shadowkhan (No corrupt influence)

• Passive Upgrade: Iron Will

• Skill Unlocked: Instant Teleportation • Status: Quest ongoing — Not yet complete

As I finish reading, I let out an even longer sigh.

"No biggie. Just 1047 years. Easy."

I glance down at my cereal. "Fuk. They got soggy."

Oh well — can't let food go to waste. I start eating.

[10 minutes later — Hakim's Room]

I sit at my desk, staring out the window, ignoring chat because I'm still pissed at Rob.

"Fuk, man. A thousand and forty‑seven years…" I sigh.

"Vicky, show me my inventory."

[Vicky]: Right away.

Inventory:

• 1× Letter from Rob (Item)

• 1× Small Beginner Pack (Consumable)

• 1× Template Card of Yuujirou Hanma (Consumable)

• 1× Cycle of the Elements Orb (Consumable)

• 1× Regeneration/Adaptation Orb (Consumable)

• 1× Bouquet of Bloody Black Roses (Item)

• 100× Gold Coins (Currency)

• 1× A Drop of The Monster Blood (Consumable)

• 2× Strengthening Pills (Consumable)

• 1× Book: How to Unlock and Train Mana for Dummies

"I guess it's finally time to start using some of this stuff. Vicky, give me the letter from Rob."

[Vicky]: Yes, Hakim. Please raise your hand into the air while thinking about your inventory, the item you want, and the amount.

I blink. "Okay…" I raise my right hand, pushing it into the air while focusing on the letter. My hand disappears into purple ripples. A moment later, I feel paper.

"Oh, that must be it."

I pull my hand back, holding a purple letter sealed with black wax stamped with an "R." I flip it back and forth.

"Tch. I hate that we have something in common. I just love the color purple."

I rip it open, pulling out a sheet of purple paper with black edges. I unfold it and lay it flat on the desk. It glows, projecting a hologram of Rob sitting behind a desk.

"Ohh. A hologram. Cool… but kind of extra."

[TheShogun]: @TheOneTrueRob Why are you so extra with everything you do? Couldn't just write a normal letter, my dude?

[TheOneTrueRob]: @TheShogun (Image of Rob looking offended) How dare you! I should erase your universe for that.

[TheShogun]: @TheOneTrueRob Come here and try. I'll separate your upper and lower body real quick.

I glance at chat, watching Shogun and Rob argue, then turn back to the hologram. Looks like Rob's about to start talking.

[Hologram Rob]:

"Hey, if you're listening to this, that means you've been reborn successfully." He pats himself on the back. "I did a great job — got you there safe and everything. No need to thank me. I know I'm great.

"Now, you must be streaming already, so I won't make this long since I'm in the chat too. This is just me explaining your boons… and an extra gift."

He claps his hands, and three smoky cards appear.

First Card:

Passive Skill: Silver Tongue

• Type: Passive (Consumable)

• Effect: Hakim's words carry unnatural weight. He can sway crowds, charm enemies, and manipulate allies with terrifying ease.

• Even when people know he's lying, they want to believe him.

• He could convince you to run butt naked in the middle of the street in broad daylight.

Second Card:

Title: Eternal Streamer

• Type: Upgrade Title

• Effect: They do not interfere unless you allow it. Fate twists to keep your livestream entertaining. Luck bends in your favor at dramatic moments, in and out of battle.

• You are a streamer watched by unseen gods, demons, and beings far beyond reality. They crave entertainment.

Third Card:

Title: A True Monster

• Type: Title

• Effect (Battle): You are not merely growing — you are consuming. Every enemy you defeat or devour permanently increases everything about yourself.

• Effect (Out of Battle): Your learning curve is monstrous. Skills, knowledge, and techniques are mastered faster than any human could hope to match. Obstacles that halt others only accelerate your evolution.

• "If there is a wall, you smash it. If there is a ceiling, you shatter it. NOTHING CAN STOP A TRUE MONSTER."

[Hologram Rob]:

"These are your boons." He claps again, dispelling the cards. "And for a little extra bonus…"

Another smoky card appears: Custom Outfit.

"You can use this card to design a custom outfit in the future."

He claps once more, dispelling it.

"Okay, that's it. Have fun, cause chaos, do whatever the hell you want. Rob out."

The letter bursts into purple flame, leaving a scorch mark on my desk.

I glance at the scorch mark on my desk.

"Rob, you better hope that comes out," I mutter.

Then, with a burst of flame, four cards appear on the desk.

I grab the one labeled Customize Outfit.

"I could use this later," I say, slipping it into my inventory.

Turning back to the other three, I pick up the first: Silver Tongue.

The card is purple with black edges, its details etched across the surface. I flip it back and forth.

"Umm… yo, Vicky, how do I use this?"

[Vicky]: Simple. Either you eat it or crush it.

I blink. "I can eat this?" Curiosity wins. I bring it close to my face and take a bite. The card dissolves into purple particles, flowing into me.

I sit there, disappointed. "It tastes like nothing. Rob, why didn't you make that taste like something?"

[TheOneTrueRob]: (Image of Rob confused) Why would I make them taste like something? You're weird.

"What? But you're always doing something extra. Whatever."

I grab the other two cards and crush them instead. No point eating them if they're flavorless.

[Vicky]: (System status update…) Would you like me to show your status?

"Not yet."

I reach into my inventory and pull out the Yuujirou Hanma Template Card. It's deep red with black edges, showing Yuujirou's demon back. I flip it back and forth.

"I wonder if this one tastes different."

I bite it. Red particles dissolve into me. Once again, no taste.

"You know what? I should've expected that. That's on me."

[Vicky]: (System status update…) Would you like to see your status?

"In a minute, Vicky. Show me my inventory again."

[Vicky]: K.

Inventory:

• 1× Small Beginner Pack (Consumable)

• 1× Cycle of the Elements Orb (Consumable)

• 1× Regeneration/Adaptation Orb (Consumable)

• 1× Bouquet of Bloody Black Roses (Item)

• 100× Gold Coins (Currency)

• 1× A Drop of Monster Blood (Consumable)

• 2× Strengthening Pills (Consumable)

• 1× Book: How to Unlock and Train Mana for Dummies

• 1× Customize Outfit Card (Consumable)

"Let's see… Small Beginner Pack, I could use that. Cycle of the Elements — gotta wait until I master my template first. Or maybe I just use it and just focus on the template.

A Drop of Monster Blood? Not touching that anytime soon. I don't wanna stay looking like a kid forever. Strengthening Pills — yeah, I can use those. Regeneration/Adaptation Orb? Definitely useful right now. The book… I'll save for later."

With that in mind, I pull out the Regeneration/Adaptation Orb, Small Beginner Pack, 2× Strengthening Pills, and the Cycle of the Elements Orb. I set them on the desk and study them.

I pick up the Regeneration/Adaptation Orb first. It looks like a fleshy orb, pulsing faintly, almost alive.

"This is disgusting… but also awesome. Vicky, do I use this the same way as the cards? And can you bring up the details?"

[Vicky]: HRB, yes. You can either eat it or crush it.

Regeneration / Adaptation

Tier 1 – Basic Recovery

• Heals minor injuries within minutes to hours

• Slowly builds resistance to repeated attacks

Tier 2 – Enhanced Survival

• Rapid recovery from broken bones and deep wounds

• Begins adapting to repeated techniques

• Partial immunity to low‑level toxins

Tier 3 – Advanced Adaptation

• Recovers from near‑fatal injuries quickly

• Fully adapts to repeated attack types

• Immunity to poisons, weak magic, low‑level energy blasts

Tier 4 – Ultimate Evolution

• Near‑instant regeneration from fatal damage

• Evolves to counter exotic attacks

• Immunity to most conventional and supernatural threats

"Okay, that's straightforward." I stare at the fleshy orb. "I'm kinda curious how it tastes. The cards had no flavor… but this might. Fuk it."

[Vicky]: HRB, bef—

"Not right now, Vicky." I shove the orb into my mouth and chew.

The taste hits instantly: raw, rotten meat. I gag, trying to spit it out, but nothing comes.

[Vicky]: As I was trying to say, HRB — consuming the orb will cause extreme pain. It destroys and rebuilds your body from the cellular level upward. Please prepare yourself.

I freeze mid‑retch. "Fuk, why didn't y—"

Pain slams into me.

"AHHHHHHHHH!" 

Lucky for me, Mum's out with Grandma. Fuk I hope the neighbors don't call the cops.

I collapse to the floor, writhing. "FUUUUKK, VICKY!"

It feels like my blood vessels are popping one by one.

[Chat POV]

[TheCrimsonFuker]: (Image of Crimson clapping and laughing) HAHAHA! I was right, you do have a lovely scream!

[TheShogun]: He's been screaming for a while. Why hasn't he passed out?

[TheOneWhoSitOnTheRedThrone]: @TheShogun The reason lies within his passive skill… Iron Will.

[TheShogun]: …Thanks?

"AHHHHHHH! My bones! I can feel them turning to dust and reforming! GODDAMN IT, VICKY!"

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[TheVillage'sMadness]: @TheOneTrueRob You said it was gonna be a hot girl this time. YOU LIED! (Image of a white‑haired man crying)

[TheOneTrueRob]: That was the only way I could get you here.

[TheShogun]: How long has HRB been screaming?

[TheMasterOfTime]: "I must remark, good sirs, it hath been a full ten minutes of the poor fellow's most piteous wailing. A dreadful spectacle, to be sure — yet one cannot help but commend the remarkable persistence with which he suffers."

"AHHHHJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAHHHHH!" Red steam rises from his body. "Is that—my fuking blood vaporizing?!" 

[TheTrueRob]: Uh, guys… I think he's losing his mind. (Image of Rob looking concerned but entertained)

[TheCrimsonFuker]: HAHAHA! Let your mind go. It's freeing. (Image of Crimson ripping off someone's arm while laughing)

[TheVillage'sMadness]: Still disappointed it wasn't a girl. Whatever. Think he'll become a Joker‑type after this?

[TheShogun]: Maybe. Who knows? All we can do is watch. (Image of a man shrugging)

[20 minutes later — POV Hakim's Room]

My body finally stops shaking. I lie on the floor, staring at the ceiling. I'm covered in piss, shit, and blood. The air reeks of iron. My muscles spasm randomly.

"jajajajajajaaaaajaja… that hurt," I wheeze. "I'm just gonna… take a nap."

Ten minutes later, I wake up still in filth. Groaning, I push myself up.

"God, I can still feel the aftermath. Vicky, why didn't you tell me it was gonna hurt?"

[Vicky]: You didn't let me finish.

I blink. "Oh yeah… I did cut you off. Sorry. Lesson learned — let you finish next time."

I glance down at myself, gagging at the smell. "Ugh. I smell like something crawled up my ass and died." I chuckle weakly. "Time to clean up."

Two hours later, after scrubbing down and tossing my ruined clothes, I return to my room. The items still sit on the desk.

I glance at the clock. "Still a couple hours before Mum comes back. Might as well finish using them."

Items on the table:

• Small Beginner Pack

• 2× Strengthening Pills

• Cycle of the Elements Orb

I reach for the Cycle of the Elements Orb. Up close, it shifts colors at random, like a tiny rainbow trapped in glass.

"Oh, that's cool. Wonder what it tastes like…"

I bring it to my mouth, then pause.

"Hey, Vicky, will this hurt?" I ask, remembering my last mistake.

[Vicky]: Don't worry, HRB. You'll only feel a slight tingle, then a connection in your mind.

I sigh in relief. "Good. By the way, what do you mean by connection?"

[Vicky]: Once you consume the orb, it will form a link with the elements. This will allow you to control them.

"Oh, that's cool." I pop the orb into my mouth and crunch it.

"Oh, that's nice. Tastes like a cocktail of fruits."

Warmth spreads through my body. A tingle sparks at the back of my mind, then click — suddenly, I can feel everything more clearly: the wind, the water in the pipes, the ground beneath the house.

"Whoa. That's… trippy. Doesn't feel that strong, though."

I wave my hand, stirring the air into tiny tornadoes.

"Vicky, why does it feel so weak?"

[Vicky]: HRB, it is weak because you are only on Tier One.

I blink. "Oh yeah, tiers. Can you show me the Cycle of the Elements tiers?"

[Vicky]: Sure thing, HRB.

The Cycle of the Elements

Tier 1 – Basic Manipulation

• Control one element at a time

• Small‑scale effects: sparks, gusts, pebbles

• Requires focus; can be resisted

Tier 2 – Intermediate Mastery

• Control 2–3 elements simultaneously

• Fireballs, water streams, wind blasts, small quakes

• Begin combining elements: steam, mud, lightning

Tier 3 – Advanced Control

• Seamless switching and combining

• Tornadoes, tidal waves, volcanic eruptions

• Natural counters: water vs fire, earth vs wind

Tier 4 – Elemental Sovereign

• Control all elements, including mystical ones

• Reality‑altering effects: weather control, elemental constructs

• Near‑total immunity to elemental attacks

• Sense and manipulate elemental energy at range

"Yeah, I'm putting this on the back burner. Gotta focus on the Yuujirou Hanma template. Is it weird that Tier One reminds me of Pokémon moves?"

[TheOneTrueRob]: You're a level 7 Pokémon.

I roll my eyes. "You could do better next time, Rob."

Turning back to the table, I grab the Strengthening Pills. They're light green.

"Vicky, will these hurt too?"

[Vicky]: You'll barely feel anything. Just a slight tickle in your muscles.

"Nice." I toss one into my mouth and chew. "Tastes like apples. Not my favorite, but good."

My muscles tingle, then my body starts steaming.

"Oh, shit." I run to the window and throw it open. "Hope nobody calls the fire department."

I sit back down, still steaming. "Vicky, how long is this gonna last?"

[Vicky]: About one hour per pill, HRB. It's strengthening everything — bones, heart, blood vessels.

Once it's done, your body will be as strong as a 20‑year‑old's.

"Well, shit. Two hours, then." I sigh. "Might as well open the Beginner Pack while I wait."

I grab the black box tied with a purple ribbon, Rob's smug face printed on the front.

"Rob, you're a narcissist." I flip it around so I don't have to see his smile.

[TheOneTrueRob]: Don't hate me just because you can't be this gorgeous. (Image of Rob admiring himself in a mirror)

"Whatever." I open the box. It dissolves into purple particles, and a notification appears.

[Vicky]: HRB, you received:

1× Custom Hyperbolic Time Chamber Key

• Rarity: Mythic/Relic

• Type: Unique Item

• Effect:

• Can only be used once per year for a maximum of 10 hours (outside time).

• Inside, all training gains are multiplied ×10.

• Time ratio remains intact (1 outside day = 1 inside year).

• Activation: Hold the key aloft and press it into empty air. A door manifests at any location. The door appears ancient, weathered, eternal — flawless despite countless ages.

• "Forged by Rob's hand, this key is more than metal — it is a promise of stolen time. Beyond lies a chamber where hours stretch into years, and every drop of sweat is worth tenfold. But beware: the key is jealous. It allows only ten hours of use each year, so don't squander it."

1× Soulmate Companion Card

• Rarity: Legendary

• Type: Unique Bonded Item

• Effect:

• Summon one companion creature from across the multiverse.

• Eligible companions: animals, mythical/supernatural beasts (no humans).

• Bond begins fragile but strengthens through trust, time, and shared experiences.

• Companion's lifespan is tied to yours.

• Telepathic link: thoughts, emotions, instincts shared.

• As the bond deepens, the companion evolves — gaining abilities, intelligence, and fragments of your aura.

• Restrictions:

• Permanent bond. No replacement.

• Growth requires genuine connection, not just training.

• "From the endless weave of worlds, a single soul answers yours. Not a servant, not a weapon, but a friend. At first, the bond is a whisper — fragile, uncertain. But with trust, with time, with love, it will grow into something unbreakable. This is your partner, your shadow, your mirror. When you fall, they will catch you. When you rise, they will soar. And when the world turns its back, they will remain — your best friend, until the very end."

"Oh wow. A training key and a soulmate companion? F**k yeah."

I pull both items out. The Soulmate Card shimmers like a rainbow. The Hyperbolic Time Chamber

Key looks like plain copper.

"Huh. Thought it'd look more unique. Oh well."

I press the key into the air. It vanishes, replaced by a keyhole. A door slowly forms — old and new at once, brown wood, ordinary yet eternal.

I open it. Beyond lies a room suspended in an endless white void.

"Wow. Just like DBZ. I see why people would go insane here."

I close the door, pull the key free, and it disappears.

"Alright, that's everything. Back into the inventory."

Still steaming, I sit down. "Right then, Vicky. Show me my updated status."

[Vicky]: I got you, HRB.

Status Window

Name: Hakim Rosella Black

Nicknames: Little Monster / HRB

Titles: [Reincarnated / Eternal Streamer / Genius / A True Monster]

Age: 10 years old

Level: 0

Race: Human

Alignment: Chaotic / ???

Title Effects:

• Reincarnated: Stronger soul.

• Eternal Streamer: Fate bends for your best possibility/entertainment. Entities can't interfere unless allowed.

• Genius: ×5 learning speed.

HP: [140/140]

MP: [0/0] Locked — Haven't learned yet..

Stamina: [120/120]

Status Effects:

• Slightly Insane: Your body and mind endured unimaginable pain. Your body healed, but your mind did not escape unscathed.

• Unnatural Body: Your body is unnaturally fluid and strong for a kid.

Skills: [Walking Lv.6] [Talking Lv.8] [Running Lv.6] [Drawing Lv.4] [Cooking Lv.2] [Cycle of the Elements Tier 1 — 0%]

Passive Skills: [Denser Bones Lv.Max] [Fluid Motion Lv.Max] [Iron Will Lv.Max] [Silver Tongue Lv.1] [Regeneration/Adaptation: Tier 1 — 0%]

Template: Yuujirou Hanma — Progress [7%]

Inventory (Large Walk‑in Closet Size):

• 1× Custom Hyperbolic Time Chamber Key (Item)

• 1× Customize Outfit Card (Consumable)

• 1× Bouquet of Bloody Black Roses (Item)

• 100× Gold Coins (Currency)

• 1× A Drop of the Monster Blood (Consumable)

• 1× Book: How to Unlock and Train Mana for Dummies

• 1× Soulmate Companion Card (Consumable)

Mission Log

• Type: Main Quest

• Objective: Make it to canon

• Progress: [10 years completed / 1047 years required]

• Rewards Claimed:

• 1× World Ticket

• 1× Symbol of the Shadowkhan (No corrupt influence)

• Passive Upgrade: Iron Will

• Skill Unlocked: Instant Teleportation

• Status: Quest ongoing — Not yet complete

"Hey Vicky… huh. Guess I'm a little insane now. Who cares!" I laugh, still steaming. "Anyway, why do I have 5% in my Yuujirou Hanma template?"

[Vicky]: It is because of your body getting stronger from Regeneration/Adaptation and the two

Strengthening Pills you took.

"Oh well, at least I got a bonus from all that pain." I lean back in my chair, exhaling. "Is it weird I'm enjoying this?"

I pause, then grin. "Anyway, we've got thirty‑seven years of training and side quests. And you know what? There's something I always wanted to do back in my old world."

[TheCrimsonFuker]: Becoming a porn star? (Image of Rob clipping his nails with someone's thumb in his mouth while chewing)

"Yes, but that's not what I'm talking about." I raise my hands high, grinning like a maniac. "No, no. I want to become a mob boss."

[TheMasterOfTime]: Pray, young sir, whatever dost compel thee to pursue so base and unsavory a vocation? One must question the soundness of thy ambitions! Yet, I confess—though most unbecoming—it would indeed prove rather amusing to witness such folly unfold.

Viewers [43]

[TheShogun]: There is no honor in being a criminal. But I will watch. It should be entertaining to see you rise.

[TheCrimsonFuker]: I can't wait. Think about the chaos and blood. I'm getting turned on just thinking about it. HAHAHA!

[TheOneTrueRob]: Now that sounds entertaining. How are you going to go about it? (Image of Rob looking interested)

I chuckle. "Glad you guys are excited. Here's the game plan: I can't just become a mob boss overnight. I've gotta work my way up. First, a street rat. Then a thug. Then a gang leader. And finally… a mob boss. That's how it works, right?"

Steam still rises faintly from my skin as I continue. "This'll be great training for my template. With the Hyperbolic Chamber Key, I should master it before I even hit gang leader. Plus, it'll help me protect my mom. Maybe I'll build a bunker too — keep her safe, stash treasure. Yeah… I like the sound of that."

[Vicky]: HRB, you have two side quests. Would you like to see them?

"Yes, please."

[Vicky]: Right away.

Mission Log — Rise of the Mob Boss

• Type: Side Quest

• Objective: Climb from the gutter to seize control of the underworld

• Progress: [Stage 1: Street Rat 0%] [Stage 2: Street Thug 0%] [Stage 3: Gang Leader 0%] [Stage 4: Mob Boss 0%]

• Claimable Rewards:

• Title: Street Rat — Survivor's Reputation

• Title: Street Thug — Control of One Block, Minor Crew

• Title: Gang Leader — Territory, Resources, Loyal Lieutenants

• Next Reward (Mob Boss):

• Title: Mob Boss — Network of Gangs, Fear & Respect Across the City

• Silver Tongue (Passive) Upgrade

• Status: Quest ongoing — Not yet complete

Mission Log — Build the Bunker

• Type: Side Quest

• Objective: Construct a secure bunker to protect your mother and store loot

• Optional Upgrades:

• Offline Grid / Escape Route

• Remote Inventory Access

• Expanded Storage (deposit/withdraw from anywhere)

• Progress: [Foundation Laid / Reinforcement Pending / Systems Offline]

• Status: Quest ongoing — Not yet complete

"Oh, nice. This is gonna be fun."

[Time skip — 3 years. FOV: Hakim]

I cut right into an alley and hit a dead end.

"Fuk. I did a movie thing," I mutter, turning around.

Twenty guys rush in behind me, blocking the exit.

"Come on, Tim, you're taking this too far. You had to bring your gang of losers to jump me? You're acting like I fuked your mom and your sister."

An overweight, balding guy with a red face steps forward.

"That's exactly what you did, you dick! And you stole drugs from me and sold them!" He yanks a machete from his waist, pointing it at me. "That's crossing the line!" 

I grin crookedly. "Oh, shit, you're right. But today's special. You know why? Because today is August 26, 1970 — my birthday, man. Your sister and your mom were just giving me a present. And me taking the drugs? That was your gift to me. Come on, Tim, chill out. Your mom and sister made me very happy. And now you don't have to worry about giving me a present anymore."

He lowers the machete slightly, face going neutral.

"Ah, shit," I think. "Did my words actually work? Silver Tongue is putting in work."

Then he snarls.

"I'm going to fking torture you and make you my bich."

"Well, fuk. Opposite effect," I think.

He charges, machete raised high, swinging wide.

I smile. "Gotta love blind rage."

I dig into my pocket and fling sand into his eyes. He curses, clawing at his face with his free hand.

"Don't ask me why I have sand in my pocket!" I yell, then snap a straight kick into his face.

Crunch. His nose shatters. Blood and teeth spray as he flies back into his gang.

"Well, I tried to calm him down. Now look what happened." I lower my leg, smirking.

[Vicky Whisper]: Yes… yes, that's it. The grin, the blood, the chaos. You call it survival, but I call it destiny. Every scream, every broken bone — proof that you're becoming what I always knew you were. My monster. My king.

A wicked, crazed grin spreads across my face, my hair floating slightly as if caught in an unseen current. A faint red aura outlines my body.

"Come on, guys — you're not gonna say happy birthday to me? It's my B‑Day!"

I rush forward, grabbing the first person by the face. It's a cute girl, but my hands are rated E for

Everyone. I lift her up and swing her like a weapon, clubbing the thug next to her with her legs.

"JAJAJAJAJAJAJA! Come on, y'all — you're either leaving here with trauma or in a body bag!"

As I shout, a wooden baseball bat smashes over my head. It splinters, drawing a thin line of blood. I turn slowly, locking eyes with the guy who swung it — frozen in place, broken bat still in hand.

I smile wickedly. Before he can react, I slam the girl's face into his, knocking him to the ground. Two stomps later, the pavement cracks beneath his skull.

I hurl the girl's limp body at another terrified thug in the back.

"JAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAA!" I laugh like a maniac.

I tackle another guy into the wall, the impact cracking the bricks. Before he can collapse, I grab his shoulder and fling him into his buddy.

"Hey, catch!"

Both crash to the ground in a heap.

[POV: Thug #6]

What the fuk did the boss drag us into? I watch him tackle a guy into a wall like it's nothing, then throw him at another. He just stands there laughing, blood dripping down his face, staining his teeth red.

"JAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJA!"

Then it hits me — a disgusting, suffocating feeling, like death itself is breathing down my neck. My stomach churns. I glance around — everyone else feels it too. Terror. Pure terror.

This isn't a person. This is a monster.

The boss's shaky voice cuts through the fear. "There's… seventeen of us and only one of him! Let's jump him!"

He staggers up, machete in hand. I grip my metal pipe tighter. "Yeah! No matter how monstrous he is, he's still just one person!"

Weapons raise. We all charge.

We dogpile him, raining down blows with pipes, bats, sticks.

"Not so tough now!" the boss yells.

But then… I hear it. Laughter. Low at first, then louder.

"Jajajajaja…"

Is this fuker enjoying it?

I drop my pipe, pull my lucky pocket knife, and stab him in the back. The blade barely sinks in. I stab again. And again. Six more times. Instead of screams, I hear more laughter.

"JAJAJAJAJAJA!"

He's laughing harder. Louder. Like he's losing his mind.

"You think you're so tough?" I snarl, raising the knife again.

Before I can strike, he explodes upward, throwing all ten of us off like we're nothing. I slam into the ground, ribs aching.

I look up. He's standing there, drenched in blood, wounds covering his body. Someone whispers,

"He's only thirteen, right?"

He throws his head back, long hair whipping, blood spraying. His laughter shakes the alley.

That same suffocating aura crashes over us again. It's coming from him.

"What… what is this?" I whisper, trembling.

He rubs his bloody hand through his hair, then suddenly stops laughing. His eyes lock on us.

Is he… crying?

Through tears, he whispers, "The things I'm gonna do to y'all… I'm so sorry, little ones."

My bowels loosen. "Oh dear lord…"

He moves. Too fast. He grabs the guy next to me, smiling with bloody teeth, and smashes his head into the wall. The crack echoes.

I freeze. Then — A boot fills my vision. Then black.

[POV: Hakim]

I finish stomping the dumbass who just stood there frozen. Turning, I see the rest of them trembling, weapons shaking in their hands.

I grin wide.

"Loves, don't tell me the party's over already. I'm just getting started. JAJAJAJA!"

I rush them.

[20 minutes later]

I hold Tim up by the throat with one hand. He struggles, gasping, as I shake him like a ragdoll.

"Hmm, Tim… you weigh about…" I bounce him up and down. "…two‑eighty‑five? Damn, man. You gotta lose weight. I'm worried about your health."

I stroll over to a fallen body and sit on it like a chair, shifting until I'm comfortable.

"Ooooh. Comfy."

I set Tim down, forcing him to his knees in front of me. I release his throat and lean back, lounging on my makeshift chair.

[Vicky Whisper]: Yes… sit upon your throne of bodies, my king. The underworld will kneel, the streets will bleed, and I will whisper in your ear through it all. You think this is madness, but it is coronation. And I will be your crown.

I watch him rub his throat and cough.

"I would like an apology, Tom, my boy."

He looks at me… then spits on my bloody boot.

I frown, glance down, then back up. Before he can move, my hand clamps the back of his bald head.

"I wish you didn't do that."

I slam his skull into the ground three times. Not hard enough to kill him, not even to knock him out — just enough to make him hurt.

Blood leaks from his nose and mouth as he wheezes. I pry his jaw open, inspecting his teeth.

"Oh, shit. You lost some. Let's count… twenty left. Ah, two front teeth gone. Guess I'll call you Toothless now."

I drag his face closer.

"Now, Toothless… you're gonna work for me. Your people are gonna work for me. I'm the boss now. The captain of this ship. Sorry, sorry — couldn't help myself. Jajajaja!"

I laugh in his face.

"Before you refuse, think about the money we can make. I'm not great at convincing people… but I am great at making people disappear. If you don't agree, you'll vanish, Tom. I could always find someone else. Hell, I'll even make you my right hand. All the women you can handle. A little personal power. And we won't stay a thug group forever. I've got big dreams, Tom. I'm gonna be a mob boss. King of the underworld. Think about it. Me, the king. You, my right hand. Our own One Piece. …Shit, you don't know what that is, huh? Oh well. Chat knows. And we'll get you in shape too."

I raise my hand, forming a ball of wind.

"See? Powers. Actually, you can't see that. Fine." I conjure a ball of water.

Shock and fear widen his eyes.

"Now you're wondering, why show you this? Simple. Because you'll be too scared to tell anyone. If you do, I'll kill you. Slowly. Painfully."

I lean in, grinning wider.

"You ever felt air forcibly shoved into your lungs? That's just one possibility."

His eyes are nothing but fear now.

"And that's just the pros. The cons?" I hold up three fingers.

"One: I'll keep piping down your mom and sister, actually, I'm gonna continue to do that anyway. Two: you listen to me now. Three: I torture you to death. That's it. So what do you say, Toothless? You in?"

I release him, smiling as I wait.

"I… I will follow…"

I grin. "Great choice, Toothless. Now let's get our friends to the hospital. See who survived."

I whistle, standing.

"Yo, Vicky, show me my status, please!" I sing.

[Vicky]: Here you go, HRB.

Name: Hakim Rosella Black

Nicknames: Little Monster / HRB

Titles: [Reincarnated / Eternal Streamer / Genius / A True Monster / Street Rat]

Age: 13 years old

Level: 0

Race: Human

Alignment: Chaotic / Neutral

Title Effects:

• Reincarnated: Stronger soul.

• Eternal Streamer: Fate bends for your best possibility/entertainment. Entities can't interfere unless allowed.

• Genius: ×5 learning speed.

• Street Rat: You are well known by local gangs. Slightly feared by people.

HP: [210/210]

MP: [0/0] Locked — Haven't learned yet..

Stamina: [200/200]

Status Effects:

• Slightly Insane: Your body healed, but your mind did not escape unscathed.

• Unnatural Body: Your body is unnaturally fluid and strong for a kid.

Skills: [Walking Lv.14] [Talking Lv.11] [Running Lv.14] [Drawing Lv.6] [Cooking Lv.7] [Cycle of the Elements Tier 1 — 1%] [Street Fighting Lv.6] [Torturing Lv.3] [Weapon Mastery Lv.2] [Taunting Lv.3]

Passive Skills: [Denser Bones Lv.Max] [Fluid Motion Lv.Max] [Iron Will Lv.Max] [Silver Tongue Lv.3] [Regeneration/Adaptation: Tier 1 — 7%] [Kill the Instinct Lv.1]

Template: Yuujirou Hanma — Progress [25%]

Inventory:

• 1× Custom Hyperbolic Time Chamber Key (Item)

• 1× Customize Outfit Card (Consumable)

• 1× Bouquet of Bloody Black Roses (Item)

• 100× Gold Coins (Currency)

• 1× A Drop of the Monster Blood (Consumable)

• 1× Book: How to Unlock and Train Mana for Dummies

• 1× Soulmate Companion Card (Consumable)

Mission Log — Main Quest

• Objective: Make it to canon

• Progress: [13 years completed / 1047 years required]

• Rewards Claimed: World Ticket, Symbol of the Shadowkhan (No corrupt influence), Iron Will Upgrade, Instant Teleportation

• Status: Ongoing

Mission Log — Rise of the Mob Boss

• Progress: [Street Rat 100%] [Street Thug 76%] [Gang Leader 3%] [Mob Boss 0%]

• Rewards:

• Street Rat — Survivor's Reputation

• Street Thug — Control of One Block, Minor Crew

• Gang Leader — Territory, Resources, Loyal Lieutenants

• Mob Boss — Network of Gangs, Fear & Respect Across the City, Silver Tongue Upgrade

• Status: Ongoing

Mission Log — Build the Bunker

• Progress: [Foundation Laid / Reinforcement Pending / Systems Offline]

• Rewards: Offline Grid, Remote Inventory Access, Expanded Storage

• Status: Ongoing

[Vicky Whisper]: Yes… bend him. Break him. Crown yourself in fear. Every tooth you take, every oath you force, it all builds your throne. And I will sit beside you, whispering, until the whole underworld kneels.

"Oh, Weapon Mastery leveled up. Nice. Must've been when I was using that girl as a weapon."

I grin. "Also… what's this Kill Instinct?"

[Vicky]: Kill Instinct is what you were using in the alley to make everybody freeze up. Here's more information:

Base Effect (Passive):

• Your presence radiates a primal, predatory aura.

• Weaker enemies instinctively freeze, hesitate, or falter when facing you.

• Animals and lesser beings sense danger and avoid you.

• Works subconsciously — even when you're silent, the air feels heavier around you.

Active Evolution (Controlled Projection):

• You can focus your aura on a single target or group, amplifying the effect.

• Victims experience slowed reactions, trembling, or outright paralysis depending on their willpower.

• Strong opponents resist, but even they feel the weight of your presence.

Drawbacks:

• Overuse may alienate allies (they feel the same fear).

• Targets with unshakable resolve or no instinct (machines, undead, etc.) are immune.

• "It is not rage. It is not frenzy. It is silence — the silence of a predator who has already decided you are prey. Your eyes strip away courage, your presence kills instinct. And in that moment, they remember what it means to be hunted."

"That is so cool." I wave my arms around like a lunatic. "Hey, Toothless! I got a new passive skill!"

He sighs, flipping a body over to check for a pulse. "Yes, boss. That's… amazing." He shakes his head and moves to the next one.

[TheCrimsonFuker]: Oh, that was amazing. (Image of Crimson leaning back in a chair, smoking a cigarette, looking pleased and relaxed) Your blood looks so beautiful. Heehee.

"Vicky, please make a note: never meet Crimson in person."

[Vicky]: Noted, HRB.

I stand, stretch, and sniff myself. "Oof. I'm gonna need a shower when I get home."

"Toothless, how many survived?"

He stops kicking the guy whose head I stomped into the ground and looks up nervously.

"Umm… only two, sir. We still got seventeen people. Plus me makes eighteen."

"Not bad, not bad. Honestly, I thought it'd be less." I grin. "Alright, get them to the hospital and patch them up. I'm going home to shower. Then I'll swing by your place."

I whistle as I stroll out of the alley. Before turning the corner, I call back:

"And remember, Toothless… you belong to me now."

JAJAJAJAJAJAAA!

[Vicky Whisper]: Yes… claim them. Bind them. Every oath, every broken body, every terrified glance — it all feeds your throne. You laugh, but I see it clearly: the underworld is already yours. And I will whisper in your ear until the crown fits.

 (HBHades) Here

There will be a lot of time skips here and there — easier on me that way.

Also, pick who you want HRB's Companion to be:

A. Pokémon Eggs

1. Houndour

2. Eevee

3. Gible

4. Gastly

5. Goomy

B. Mythical/Supernatural Creatures (babies)

1. Dragon (Unknown type)

2. Basilisk

3. Gorgon

4. Griffin

5. Phoenix

C. Wildcard

Whatever creature you want, as long as it's not human. I'll pick the one with the highest likes.

Do you like the Vicky Whispers?

What do you think about the story so far?

And give me some ideas for rewards!

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