Fantasy Realm – Infinite Worlds Adventure Chapter 61: Making a Scary Friend – Rishi’s Innate Skill

Alex, after exchanging contact information with the self-proclaid seer, finally returns to his private room in the Fantasy Realm, genuinely confused!

He can’t help but marvel at his new status and newfound riches. Just a few days ago, he wondered how he would ever manage to earn 100,000 FC, and now, he is hilariously close already! To get a clearer picture of his current stats, he includes the boosts from his current equipnt. His "Spirit of Pluto" armor set enhances his HP by 50, increases his STR, AGI, and SNS by 1 each, and the set bonus boosts both his CHA and SPR by 5. Additionally, Alex gains 30 extra MP from his cherished [Sealion’s Might] ring.

Alex Kerber:Lvl 2

HP: 158/158, MP: 138/138

STR: 9 ( 1), AGI: 9 ( 1), PHY: 9, SNS: 9 ( 1), CHA: 9 ( 5), MNA: 9, INT: 9 SPR: 9 ( 5), LUK: 9

Available Stat Points: 1

Innate Skills: Genius Conjurer lvl 2, Statistical OCD lvl MAX

Free Skill Slots: 0/2, Free Basic Skill Slots: 0/8

Basic skills: Basic Close Combat Prowess lvl 2, Basic Footwork lvl 2, Basic Endurance lvl 2, Basic Long-Range Combat Prowess lvl 2, Basic Eloquence lvl 2, Basic Concentration lvl 2, Basic ditation lvl 2, Basic Mana Control lvl 2

Passive Skills: Pistol Proficiency lvl 2, Alexandrian Royal Swordsmanship lvl 2

Active Skills: Annihilation Grenade lvl 2, Sealions Icewing Embrace lvl 2

Fantasy Coins: 75500 Soul Crystals: Small x3

Current Weapons: Mr. 5’s Revolver (Deep Blue), Sword of Pluto (Deep Blue) Barbed Dagger (Light Green)

Current Equipnt: Commander Shepard’s Dog Tag (Deep Blue), Sealion’s Might (Deep Blue), Shield of Pluto (Deep Blue), Armor of Pluto (Blue), Visor of Pluto (Blue), Cuisses of Pluto (Blue), Gauntlets of Pluto (Blue), Sabatons of Pluto (Blue)

Miscellaneous Items: Navalia Wolf Jerky x3 (Gray), Potion x3 (White), Antidote (White), Jack’s Spare Silvery Mask (Light Green), Plant Essence x3 (Green), Frost Essence (Green)

Special Items: Skillbook: Black Magic (Fire-line) (Blue),Skillbook: Black Magic (Fire-Blizzard-Thunder-line) (Purple), Pluto’s Ceremonial Blessing (Deep Purple), Baroque Works Invitation (Purple)

He debates whether to spend so of that FC or save it for much-needed skill upgrades, and, of course, his long-term goal that will take so ti to achieve: [Pluto’s Ceremonial Blessing], which requires a whole 15 SPR. Even if he continues to achieve S ranks and earns 2 stat points per level, it would still take him three full worlds, and he seriously doubts he can maintain that trend. His performance in the world of Final Fantasy 9 was a special case, he essentially had a whole world to himself, allowed to join the main characters in the early part of the ga, and given complete freedom to solve every problem.

Alex sleeps soundly, happy with his fortune, but still curious about Rishi, his strange new acquaintance.

Over the next few days, Alex slowly gets to know Rishi, chatting about the Fantasy Realm, their favorite fictional worlds, and other casual topics, not focusing on just “Fantasy Realm” business.

Occasionally, Alex visits the Realm, especially the Trading Hub, dressed in his mask, red suit, and wig. Surprisingly, one day he bumps into Rishi, who winks at him and whispers, "Nice outfit. It could use so improvent, though. You should add a few accessories to give it so unique symbols and make it more recognizable. I’ll send you so links later today."

Later that day, Alex freaks out in his small apartnt when he receives ssages from Rishi through the system. Rishi sends him links to various jewelry and designer items to enhance his outfit.

"How the hell did he see through my disguise? Also is he dumb, it takes so much ti to type out these links, wait that is not important right now! If he can do it, can others do the sa?" Alex worries and decides to ask the culprit directly how he managed to figure him out.

"How did you find out?" Alex sends him a straightforward ssage.

"Didn’t I already tell you that I can see your aura? You can disguise yourself all you want, and I admit that’s a smart move, but your aura doesn’t change over a few days. Don’t worry. Let’s et up tomorrow, and I’ll give you so reassurance."

"What the hell does he an by that?" Alex wonders.

The next day, they et up in the Realm, and Rishi hands him a contract. The contract is essentially a one-sided agreent, stating that Rishi will never expose, threaten, or even ntion Alex to anyone else. The contract spans a few pages and states that Rishi won’t take any action that could even be remotely construed as negative towards Alex, nor has he done so in the past. He isn’t asking for anything in return. It’s as one-sided as it gets. 1337 repeatedly assures Alex that there are no hidden traps or overlooked clauses.

"I don’t get it... why? You essentially have in a vulnerable position. I’ve already made enemies with my fake identity. Why are you offering a contract that will permanently stop you from doing anything against ? Even if I were to kill your family, this contract would forbid you from speaking badly about !"

"You would never do that, my friend, so it’s not a scenario I even want to consider."

Alex signs the contract, which is essentially just an acknowledgnt for him and doesn’t bind him in any way. "You’re a weird guy. I don’t get why you’re focusing on . There are plenty of other people out there, so of them part of larger guilds."

Rishi repeats, "My innate skill has never been wrong. I trust it, and therefore, I trust you. Why not take a look for yourself?"

Innate Skill: Aura Divination

Type: Boon

Level: 2

Effect: Allows you to read the aura of other people, deciphering their emotions, destiny, and unique characteristics. It also enables you to gain information about your own destiny if it is linked to the person whose aura you are reading. Upgrading this skill improves the quality and quantity of information you can obtain.

Upgrade Cost: 1 Soul Crystal and 2,000 FC 1,000 FC per level.

Overall Rating: S

"1337! Is that information true, or can he fake it? It’s the highest-ranked innate skill I’ve ever seen!" Alex asks his personal system.

[Host can be sure that this is his true ability. This is a sharing function directly from the system. The system cannot be used to create fake abilities and deceive other players.]

"I’m impressed, and I believe you, but I still don’t understand why you’re so open with . You even used that contract to make yourself unable to harm , not even indirectly, since you included a clause that forces you to warn if you know anything bad is going to happen to ."

"Alex, it’s purely out of self-interest, as I’ve already told you. Now you can trust completely and not fear any kind of threat from , since I’ve closed every possible loophole."

"..." Alex is stumped. He doesn’t get this guy. What Rishi says is 100% true, but why go that far? What exactly did his innate skill reveal?

"Just one question," Alex asks, his expression serious. "What did your skill show you that made you willing to go this far? Rember, you can’t use lies to dodge questions. Of course, you can refuse to answer, but you can’t lie outright."

"Hehe, now you’re asking the right questions. Well, I saw dozens of things, not all of them clear. One of them included a vision of us entering a high-level world together. I was even able to determine that world’s level... it was level 20. Don’t ask how I know, but I just do. So, I’m 100% certain that as long as I stick with you, even if you go on most missions alone, our paths will eventually lead us into that world. Surviving until level 20 isn’t sothing just anyone can do, so I’ve decided to put my trust in you. As far as I know, level 20 is considered near the endga for most guilds."

"Won’t telling about this change the outco?" Alex asks.

"I have no idea. These visions I get... they’re vague and subjective. If we beco overconfident, we could still die before it ever happens, and the vision will never co true. But just seeing that possibility is enough for to stick with you. I also saw us entering the next world together, and your aura tells I can trust you, whether we make it to the end or not. I’ve chosen to trust in my ability and, by extension, in you. Even if you end up betraying soday, I won’t bla anyone but myself, though I don’t think that will happen. You’re not the type to do that."

"There’s one thing I can assure you, my friend: It’s going to be a bloody good ride!" Rishi smiles and extends his hand, and Alex, with a smile of his own, shakes it firmly, feeling like he got closer to Rishi.