Nemesis. Start on the End.

Revsha paced the small room, the weight of the impending task pressing on him. Time was running out. He needed to level up quickly, hit level 3, and make his way to the Eastern City. But there was something he had to do first. Elena, his sister, was in the villa, eager to play and join the fight, but she needed guidance.

He couldn't do it alone—not with the grind ahead of him. He needed someone who could help her, and Gillia was the only one who could.

He walked out of the room and found her standing by the door, her back turned. She was pretending not to notice him, but he could feel the tension in the air. Gillia was still giving him the cold shoulder, the hurt from their earlier interactions hanging between them like a heavy fog.

"Gilia," Revsha said, his voice calm but firm.

She didn't turn around, keeping her back to him. "What do you want, David?" Her voice was flat, distant.

He took a step forward, his tone serious. "I need your help with Elena. She wants to join the game, but she doesn't know how to navigate it. I can't be there to guide her. You're the only one who can."

Gillia stayed silent for a moment, her shoulders tense. "Why should I? I'm not your servant, David," she said, her voice betraying a slight edge.

"I'm not asking you to be my servant," he replied, taking another step closer. "I'm asking you to help her because she needs someone who understands the game, who can help her grow. You know what it takes to survive."

She finally turned, her gaze sharp. "And why should I help her? You've used me before. What makes you think I'll help you now?"

Revsha met her gaze, his voice steady. "Because I know you're the only one who can help her. And because I trust you. You know the game, you know what she needs to learn. It's not about me; it's about making sure she survives. You're the one who can teach her that."

He saw the hesitation in her eyes, the internal battle she was fighting. She wanted to refuse, but she couldn't bring herself to.

"You need her in the team," he continued, pressing the point. "She needs you. You can help her, and in the process, you'll make sure she's ready for whatever's ahead."

Gillia exhaled sharply, looking away for a moment. "Fine," she said, though her voice still held some indifference. "But this is the last time, David. I'm not doing this for you. I'm doing it because she needs me."

Revsha's face softened slightly. "I know. Thank you, Gillia. I'll make it up to you."

As she walked past him to find Elena, Revsha let out a breath he hadn't realized he'd been holding. He'd won her over—not because of his own needs, but because he knew the bigger picture. He needed to get stronger, and his sister needed guidance. But now, for the first time in a while, he felt a small spark of hope that maybe, just maybe, things were starting to fall into place.

David's grind for level 3 was intense. He had been focused solely on his own progress, oblivious to what was unfolding around him. As his character battled through enemies and completed quests, he couldn't help but feel the strain of being so disconnected. While he fought, his sister Elena and Gillia were building their own story together—one that would intertwine with his later, but at the moment, he had no idea of their progress or the mysteries that were taking shape.

Elena had chosen to become a **Pet Master**, an archer with a unique bond to her cat. With Gillia's assistance, she had begun to tap into her full potential. The bond between the two was more than just combat synergy—it was a growing emotional connection that was beginning to manifest in strange ways. Elena's pet, once just a companion, was now evolving into something far more dangerous, the synergy between the two creating a near-perfect balance of offense and defense.

Gillia, on the other hand, was diving deeper into the path of the **Priestess of Darkness**. She had discovered the potential of wielding both light and dark magic. Her skills were evolving, but it was more than just the magic. It was the bond between her and David—the powerful emotional connection that had begun to shape her abilities. As his wife, her powers were now tied to his growth, but it was a connection David wasn't aware of fully yet. Gillia, for her part, had kept most of this hidden from him, knowing that the impact of their bond might be something that needed to grow naturally.

Meanwhile, David continued grinding, his attention focused solely on leveling up and meeting his goals. When the notification finally came in—**Level 3 Unlocked**—he felt a rush of triumph. But that triumph quickly turned into confusion when he received another notification:

**Class Skill Unlocked: Thorn Heart (Updated)**

**Dark Mode (Active)** – *Channel the powers of your wife, Gillia, to enhance your abilities for a limited time. The power you can channel depends on your emotional bond, with higher levels of happiness unlocking stronger abilities.*

The new information left David stunned. He could now access **Gillia's powers** through his own body, but there was a complication. He wasn't sure just how much power he could channel from her. The skill depended on her happiness, but what did that mean for him? What exactly was his wife doing in the game that was influencing his growth? He had no idea. The mystery deepened.

The notification also came with a reminder—**Wife Happiness: 72/100**. It had increased, but still wasn't at its peak. Was that why the power he could channel was still uncertain? Or was there more to Gillia's abilities than he had realized? The fact that he didn't fully understand how his bond with her worked left a heavy feeling in his chest. As his class evolved and his skills grew stronger, the mystery of their connection deepened. How much could he truly access?

The connection between them felt different now. It wasn't just about their relationship in the real world—it was tied to their in-game selves. He couldn't just rush through leveling up without paying attention to the bigger picture. But at that moment, there was no time to reflect on it for long. The mission to get to the Eastern City was still looming large, and there were other things he had to focus on first.

David knew his sister and Gillia had been working together, but he was still in the dark about the intricacies of their progress. His sister was training to become a pet master, and Gillia was growing stronger as the Priestess of Darkness. What were they discovering in the world of the game? What mysteries were they unlocking that would later come to affect him?

As he pushed forward, unaware of what was happening with them, the arc of his sister and Gillia's journey was unfolding in parallel with his own. They were discovering new facets of their abilities and uncovering secrets that would intersect with his story in unexpected ways. But for now, David was focused on leveling up and completing his mission. He would find out soon enough how everything fit together.

The screen flashed once again:

**Wife Happiness: 72/100**

David sighed. There was still work to do. But with his abilities growing stronger and new mysteries unfolding, he couldn't help but feel like things were beginning to change in ways he couldn't control. The path ahead seemed both uncertain and full of potential, and the shadow of the unknown loomed just ahead.

Gillia had always been a strong and independent woman, but there was a side of her that had slowly begun to change since her bond with David deepened. She knew the power they shared was undeniable, and despite her hesitation, she knew the connection between them was growing stronger. But there was also the subtle weight of her emotions that she wasn't yet ready to confront.

As she worked with Elena, helping her refine her skills as an archer, she felt her own powers beginning to evolve. Elena's bond with her pet was powerful, and she could see the potential in Elena's training—how the young girl's growth mirrored her own inner transformation. Elena was becoming a more skilled, powerful fighter, just as she herself was becoming more attuned to the growing bond she shared with David.

It was just when she thought she had everything under control that the notification came in. She opened the class menu and found herself staring at the new skill she had unlocked.

**Class Skill Unlocked: The Darkness of Wife**

*Your men can now see your happiness. You can choose to become darkness and be in his shadow whenever you wish. While in this form, you can use any of his skills, but at a cost. Your power is tethered to his emotions, and in this state, you are both his strength and his vulnerability.*

The description was vague, but the meaning behind it was clear: her emotions, her happiness, were now tied to David in a more tangible way than ever before. She could no longer hide her feelings from him. His power over her—and hers over him—was undeniable. This wasn't just about her being the support to his strength. This was about becoming one, intertwined in a way she hadn't fully realized until now.

She could choose to become his shadow, to walk in the darkness alongside him, to harness his power for a short time when needed—but at what cost? Her own emotions were tied to him. If he suffered, so would she.

Gillia hesitated. She was not ready to face the truth of her feelings, not yet. She hadn't allowed herself to admit just how much she cared for David. She hadn't planned on it being this way. But the power, the connection, the growing bond between them—it was undeniable now. She could only wonder how much longer she could deny it.

Despite her internal conflict, she knew one thing: she was stronger because of David. And in time, when the time was right, she would find the strength to truly embrace this bond. For now, she had to focus on her work with Elena. They were becoming a team, and she had to help Elena grow.

The bond between her and Elena was more than just training. It was mutual growth, both as individuals and as a team. And with Gillia's evolving connection to David, she could feel the strength of the bond between her and Elena beginning to mirror that. It was something that could not be ignored.

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Here's the updated **Level 3 Class Sheet**, now including his **Inventory** details:

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### **Shadow of Vengeance: Level 3 Class Sheet**

**Class Name:** Shadow of Vengeance

**Class Type:** Unique (Self-Created)

**Level:** 3

**Experience:** 2300/4000 XP to Next Level

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### **Class Description**

The Shadow of Vengeance is a self-created, unique class that combines weapon mastery with elemental and advanced magic. You are a figure reborn from shadows, burdened by past oaths and cycles of vengeance. With each level, fragments of your power and soul evolve, shaping your destiny. Each skill reflects the journey of breaking free from the shadows of your past.

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### **Main Stats**

(Exact values remain hidden. Growth is determined through experience and decisions.)

- **Body:** Governs your physical capabilities.

- **Strength:** Increased physical attack damage.

- **Agility:** Enhances reflexes and precision.

- **Endurance:** Improves stamina and resistance.

- **Mind:** Governs magical potential.

- **Intelligence:** Unlocks advanced elemental skills and clarity.

- **Soul:** Governs combat instincts and awareness.

- **Combat Awareness:** Heightened perception in battle.

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### **Vitality**

A direct measure of your physical health and ability to endure damage. Severe injuries (e.g., to vital areas) may incapacitate you instantly, regardless of remaining vitality.

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### **Mana System**

- **Mana Usage:** Drawn from ambient energy, not stored within the body.

- **Mentality:** Casting spells drains mental stamina. Depletion leads to unconsciousness.

- **Blood Magic:** A high-risk addition to elemental magic, draining health and vitality in exchange for devastating effects.

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**Skills**

**Passive Skills**

- **Weapon Mastery:** Proficiency with all weapon types. Wield weapons with unparalleled adaptability and evolving mastery.

- **Elemental Proficiency:** Basic control over Air, Fire, Earth, Water, and Blood.

**Combat Skills**

- **Slash, Block, Charge, Throw, Crushing Blow, Quick Strike.**

**Elemental Skills**

- **Air:**

- **Shocking Grasp:** Stuns the enemy.

- **Gust:** A sudden burst of wind to knock back enemies or projectiles.

- **Fire:**

- **Burn:** Causes damage over time.

- **Fire Arrow:** A concentrated projectile of flame.

- **Earth:**

- **Stone Armor:** Temporarily hardens skin, enhancing defense.

- **Stone Spike:** Creates jagged stone spears to impale enemies.

- **Water:**

- **Ice Knife:** Sharp ice projectile dealing cold damage.

- **Heal:** Restores vitality gradually over time.

- **Blood:**

- **Blood Lash:** Whip-like tendrils of blood leech life from enemies, restoring vitality.

- **Blood Mend:** Heals severe wounds rapidly at the cost of your vitality.

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**Class Skills**

- **Thorn Heart (Passive):**

A self-created, evolving skill granted by courage and pain. At **Level 1**, Thorn Heart provided a protective aura of thorns that harmed enemies who struck you. At **Level 2**, with the introduction of the Wife System, Thorn Heart began to synchronize with your bond, allowing the thorns to grow stronger in proportion to your emotional state and connection with your wife. At **Level 3**, Thorn Heart evolved further, adapting its protective and offensive capabilities to your wife's power, allowing it to deal damage enhanced by light or darkness when Gillia is nearby or invoked.

- **Dark Mode (Active):**

Activates a heightened state, allowing the user to temporarily tap into their wife's powers and strengths. This amplifies both combat and magical abilities. Duration is limited and comes with physical strain.

- **Elemental Burst:**

Infuse your weapon with elemental energy, amplifying its effects.

- **Ice:** Slows enemies.

- **Fire:** Burns through defenses.

- **Electricity:** Stuns targets.

- **Earth:** Increases weapon durability.

- **Blood:** Amplifies damage while draining the enemy's vitality into your own.

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**Wife System**

A mystical bond tethering your fate to one individual. Death for one equals death for both, but the bond strengthens combat and magical synergy for both.

- **Wife Details:**

- **Name:** Gillia

- **Class:** **Priestess of Darkness**

- **Abilities:** Mastery over light and dark magic. She uses light for healing and barriers, while dark magic is offensive and destructive.

- **Happiness Level:** 72

- **Effects:** Gillia's happiness affects her combat power and ability to synchronize with your class.

- **Abilities Gained Through the Wife System:**

- **Happiness Link:** Monitor Gillia's happiness and emotional state.

- **Dark Mode Synergy:** Channel Gillia's power to temporarily enhance your own abilities during combat.

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**Inventory**

**Armor:**

- **Pelt Armor (Self-Made):** Crafted from animal pelts and reinforced with vines. Offers basic protection against physical attacks, resembling the rugged style of a survivalist or hunter.

**Weapons:**

- **Wolf Fang Knife:** A lightweight, sharp knife fashioned from a wolf's fang. Ideal for close combat or skinning.

- **Wolf Fang Spear:** A long-range weapon crafted from a sharpened wolf fang mounted on a sturdy shaft.

- **Goblin Mage's Staff:** A crude but functional staff imbued with residual magical energy. Effective for channeling spells.

- **Goblin Bow:** A small, hastily-made bow looted from goblins. Serviceable but not ideal for long-term use.

- **Arrows (22):** Goblin-crafted arrows. Crude but functional for short-range shots.

**Miscellaneous Items:**

- **75 Coppers:** Currency for trade or barter.

- **Dungeon Map:** A worn map detailing a local dungeon. Offers insights into its layout and possible traps.

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**Recent Skill Unlocks (Level 3)**

1. **Thorn Heart Evolution (Level 3):**

- Adapted to synergize with Gillia's Priestess of Darkness abilities.

- Thorns now deal light or dark-enhanced damage based on Gillia's proximity or her invoked powers.

2. **Advanced Wife System Features:**

- Increased synergy with Gillia, enhancing both your and her combat effectiveness.

- Happiness now plays a greater role in influencing her output and skills.

3. **New Elemental Skills:**

- **Fire:** Fire Arrow – A blazing projectile causing piercing fire damage.

- **Air:** Gust – A short-range burst of wind to disrupt or repel.

- **Water:** Heal – A restorative magic for gradual health recovery.

- **Earth:** Stone Spike – A devastating attack that impales enemies with sharp, jagged stone.

- **Blood:**

- **Blood Lash:** A whip of blood energy to leech life force.

- **Blood Mend:** A rapid healing spell using your vitality as a source.