261 — Sharing (1)

Completed all the trials of <Tower of Prophecy>.

My party and I held a small gathering.
Even though it was called a party, no one in particular came by or anything like that.

Peng Jin-ah, Moon Bora, Ju Na-young.
The trio who are always together and my precious companions.

“Mauu?”

Ah, and even Choi Mari.
I hope she wouldn’t look at me with such a sad expression as if I forgot her.

Additionally…

“Ding dong!”
“Docking!”

The two Holy Maidens who happily poked my side repeatedly.

A cozy and joyful time with a total of seven people.
I smiled gently as I watched my companions laughing heartily while eating the prepared food.

At that moment,
I felt a wriggling sensation.

Looking down,
I saw Yuri, who usually tied her hair up modestly, with her hair down this time.

Her outfit was modest, and her behavior was modest too.
Just by looking at this, I was confused whether she was the same person who had just been poking my side.

Tilting my head in curiosity, Yuri hesitated but then lifted a plate.

“Brother Seha, please eat this.”
“Ah, thank you.”

Blushing, I patted Yuri’s head as she handed me the well-cooked beef.

At that sight, Natsu opened her eyes wide in anger.
She rushed over quickly, blocking the way and spreading her arms.

“My, my little sister is not allowed!”
“… ?”

What on earth is she trying to say?
I tilted my head in confusion.
At the same time, I ruffled Natsu’s hair a bit.

“U-uwah!”

Anyway, I took a bite of the expensive and delicious beef.
Chewing.
While doing so, I looked over my kids.

‘Everyone’s star rating has increased.’

This <Tower of Prophecy> was worth all the hard work.
Everyone’s stars increased by three.

Thanks to that, I became 5★ (★★★★★), effectively filling all the stars I could.
Ma Hana became 4★ (★★★☆).
Ju Na-young became 5★ (★★★☆☆).
Choi Mari also became 4★ (★★★☆), and I heard that not only the two Holy Maidens but also the church liked it.

“Mauu, I-I’ll only eat this much… I’ll definitely go on a diet!”
“Meow, senior, we support you~”

The increased stats for everyone,
The unlocking of potential was needless to say.

‘There is someone who showed the biggest change here.’

It was Moon Bora.
I approached Moon Bora, who was smiling broadly while staring into the air.
I handed her a wine glass.
Moon Bora, who noticed late, spoke.

“Ah, Seha?”
“Congratulations on becoming 5★, Moon Bora.”
“Thank you.”

Yes.
Moon Bora finally succeeded in achieving the 5★ path that she had repeatedly failed to reach.

She was so happy…
She was still looking at the status window, which she must have seen dozens of times.

Curious, I asked a question.

“Is it really different now that you’re 5★?”

I didn’t intend to deceive,
But since Ju Na-young and I were born 5★, we didn’t feel much change.

Moon Bora nodded at the question.
She looked at her own body and said.

“How should I say it, it feels like the vessel inside me has become much bigger than before? Additionally, I feel like there are no longer restrictions when using my power. And…”
“And?”
“…Hmm, I don’t know if it’s just an illusion, but I feel some new power. However, since it doesn’t appear on the status window, I think it might be a kind of potential.”

‘New power…’

I nodded.
That’s definitely not an illusion.
I had mentioned it once before.

Moon Bora’s unique ability is [Guns Weapon].
Usually, most unique abilities don’t change or add anything from start to finish.

But Moon Bora is an exception.
Having seen the entire story, Moon Bora was able to unlock ‘that ability.’

‘Moon Bora’s new power and second unique ability.’

Now that she is 5★, she is showing the possibility of it.
Actually, it was somewhat visible during the Jing Daram arc, but now it will gradually become more apparent.
Probably in the near future, it will be updated in the <Status Window> and she will be able to level it up properly.

I wanted to tell her that it’s not an illusion.
But I didn’t say it deliberately.

To explain the source of the ability, it was necessary to mention Moon Bora’s past.
The <Moon Family> needed to be mentioned.
I had no intention to bring up her past unless Moon Bora told me first.

‘…When the time comes…’

The day Moon Bora confesses everything.
I also planned to tell her everything.

That night.
After the small party ended, the next afternoon.
I sent a message to my kids saying I had something urgent to say.

About five minutes after waiting in the personal training room inside the <Church> headquarters,
The kids came in one by one.

First was our angel-like Peng Jin-ah.
The girl in a light T-shirt tilted her head cutely.

“Mua? Seha? What’s up?”
“Hmm…”
“Mua?”

No, this won’t do.
Seeing her was too cute to resist.
I ran over quickly and pinched her cheeks.

“Mu, mua! Heh, hehjimua…”
“Hehe.”

Then I petted her a lot.
Peng Jin-ah happily said ‘Mua, mua~.’
While I was petting Peng Jin-ah’s head, Moon Bora appeared.

“Seha? Did something happen?”

Next was Ju Na-young.

“What is it, what is it? You scared me by suddenly sending a message. Wasn’t today free time?”
“Well, it was supposed to be, but… I found something that seems perfect for what we’re doing now…”
“Muaa?”

I took a deep breath and pressed the screen.
Then, the <Information Window> with a black tint updated for everyone.

A phrase with no words written.
This was intentionally blocked by me.
Basic explanation seemed necessary.

However, the quick-witted trio had already given their opinions.

“Mua? Could it be that the Eye did something again?”
“…It’s a very assertive unique ability.”
“Did the malt eye come?”

…It’s the Eye of Reversal.

I cleared my throat and explained.

“Actually, it’s been displayed for a few days… but I hadn’t checked it yet. I was also very surprised when I first saw it…”
“What? What is it? What kind of ability is it this time?”

Seeing is believing.
Start.

[‘Eye of Reversal’ defies the laws of heaven.]
[‘Sharing’ is unlocked.]
[‘Sharing’ is a bond power that unfolds based on the relationship established with specific individuals.]

[At the first stage, the owner can copy some of their to raise others’ stats. Only those who meet certain conditions can be targeted.]
[Currently applicable targets are ‘Mahana’, ‘Moon Bora’, ‘Ju Na-young’, ‘Peng Jin-ah’, ‘Shin Bitgaram’, ‘Soo Okbin’, ‘Choi Mari’, ‘Natsu & Yuri’. The number of targets can increase indefinitely.]
[Among these, those who can advance to the next stage are ‘Mahana’, ‘Moon Bora’, ‘Ju Na-young’.]

[‘Shared’ targets enter a kind of contract with the owner.]
[Contracted targets form a deep bond and intimacy with the owner. The evolution of emotions depends on the initial affection level.]
[A clause can be added to never disclose the contract without mutual consent.]

“…Mwe?”
“…Hooong?”
“…Yong-ah?”

The three were flustered.
A natural reaction.
I was very surprised too.

‘Sharing…’

It was literally a power that allowed me to copy part of my power and lend it to my party.

At first, I thought, ‘Is it just lending stats?’

But looking at the list, it was clear it was not just that level.

[‘Sharing’ can build higher stages based on bonds.]
[Examples of what can be done with Sharing are shown.]
[1. Stat sharing 2. Skill sharing 3. Telepathy with shared targets 4. Teleportation and summoning to shared targets 5. Feedback damage received by shared targets 6. Evolve and level up shared targets’ skills 7. Transfer lifespan and memories, ETC…]
[Currently, only stat sharing and skill sharing are possible.]

The list kept appearing.
The kids’ expressions changed to bewilderment.
They clearly understood how absurd it was.

Then.
Moon Bora stepped forward.
With a serious expression, she grabbed my shoulder.

“…Seha, obviously… no one else knows about this except us, right?”
“…Huh? Yeah.”
“…Promise me.”

Moon Bora looked at me with serious eyes.
As if she would slap me immediately if I said no.

“…If a situation arises where you have to use this on others later, you must consult with us first. Promise me.”

“…”

I immediately understood Moon Bora’s intention.
Though she is often called a pushover, she is the fastest thinker among us.
She must know better than anyone how ridiculously dangerous this is.

‘…In theory, if exchange and sharing activate…’

Even civilians without any power
Could be made into A-rank hunters easily.

And this is only copying and lending.
There’s no reason for me to become weaker,
And the stronger I am, the stronger the power I can lend.

Literally unprecedented power.
A power that should not exist.
If this ever got into someone’s ears or was discovered, well…

‘Even if it means preparing for war…’

Wouldn’t they try to kill or persuade me?
The possibility was so high that a bitter smile appeared.

Anyway, I nodded.

“Yeah, don’t worry. I’m only showing this because it’s you guys. Who else would I tell?”
“…Seha, this isn’t something to take lightly—”
“—It’s okay.”

Anyway, even if I don’t look like it, I worry a lot.
I patted her shoulder.

“Again, I’m telling you because it’s you guys.”

Did my sincerity get through?
Moon Bora didn’t say anything else.

“Then, everyone, gather for a moment.”

I activated [Eye of Reversal].
I expressed my will to use the power of <Sharing>.

[‘Sharing’ is activated.]
[Currently possible are stat sharing and skill sharing. Some restrictions apply. High-Rank skills cannot be copied and lent.]

[‘Stats’ are activated. Stat sharing allows lending up to two types per person. As skill levels increase, the types and maximum values increase.]
[You can copy and lend to Ma Hana: Strength 20, Speed 20, Endurance 20, Magic 10, Spirit 10, Divinity 10.]
[You can copy and lend to Moon Bora: Strength 5, Speed 10, Endurance 5, Magic 30, Spirit 30, Divinity 20.]
[You can copy and lend to Ju Na-young: Strength 30, Speed 30, Endurance 30, Magic 5, Spirit 5, Divinity (not allowed).]

[‘Skills’ are activated. Skill sharing currently allows copying and lending only one skill per person. As skill levels increase, the types and maximum values increase.]
[To Mahana: Epic: ‘Wave of Light that Seizes’ / Unique: ‘Burning Flame Demon’, ‘Charge Crush’, ‘Commander’s Battle Cry’, ‘Quick Step’ / …ETC]
[To Moon Bora: Epic: ‘Tsunami of Rising Dragon’…ETC]
[To Ju Na-young: Epic: ‘Thunderous Strike’…ETC]

The trio’s mouths dropped open at the emerging phrases.

I clapped my hands and spoke.

“First, you can choose two types of stats each, and only one skill…”

Which one do you want to pick first?

“First, let’s check the duration and cooldown time.”