ch5:dawn of power

The weak morning sun, filtering through the sheer curtains of the opulent guest room, gently roused Lu Chen from his sleep. He stretched, the luxurious silk sheets cool against his skin, a stark contrast to the roughspun blankets he'd been accustomed to. The memory of his reunion with Zili, the relief in her eyes, the warmth of her hug, lingered like a comforting dream. But the reality of his situation, the incredible shift in his life, was far from a dream. He was a member of the Dragon's Maw Guild, under the tutelage of the legendary Maw Zu. The sheer improbability of it all still felt surreal.

As he sat up, a thought struck him. The legendary gift box. He'd received it upon joining the guild, a reward for his unexpected recruitment. He'd been too overwhelmed yesterday to even consider opening it. Now, the anticipation thrummed within him, a mixture of excitement and apprehension.

He accessed the system storage, his mind already racing with possibilities. The details of the box swam before his eyes:

**Legendary Grade Gift Box**

*User can receive three random items:* Pet, Weapon, Armor Set, Skill, Wings, Evolution Crystal.

*Box Contents (100 Items Total):*

* Pets: 10

* Skills: 20

* Armor Sets: 10

* Wings: 10

* Weapons: 30

* Evolution Crystals (Master Grade Beast to Legendary Grade Beast): 20

He took a deep breath, his heart pounding in his chest. He clicked the "Open" button.

A shower of golden light erupted from the screen, illuminating the room. A melodious chime echoed, announcing his rewards.

**Congratulations, Host! You have received the following rewards:**

**Starry Dragon (Baby Form):** A three-foot-tall, shimmering dragon, its scales catching the light like a thousand scattered stars. Legendary Grade, Level 1. *Auto-evolves every 20 levels.*

**Azure Dragon Sword:** A magnificent sword, its blade shimmering with an ethereal blue light. Legendary Grade. *Level Restriction: Requires Level 70 to wield.*

**Thunder Punch:** A legendary-grade skill, granting the user the ability to unleash devastating thunderous blows.

Lu Chen stared at the descriptions, his mind reeling. A legendary dragon, a powerful sword, and a devastating skill. The sheer power contained within these three items was almost overwhelming. The Starry Dragon, with its auto-evolution ability, promised incredible potential. The Azure Dragon Sword, while currently unusable, represented a powerful goal to strive for. And the Thunder Punch skill offered immediate combat enhancement. He felt a surge of power, a confidence he hadn't known he possessed. He was no longer ordinary. He was extraordinary.

He spent the next hour meticulously examining each item, poring over the details, marveling at their potential. The sheer power contained within these three items was almost overwhelming. He felt a surge of power, a confidence he hadn't known he possessed. He was no longer ordinary. He was extraordinary. He was ready.

He dressed quickly, a newfound energy coursing through him. He found Zili already awake, her eyes bright with anticipation. They shared a quick breakfast, a silent understanding passing between them. They knew this was a new beginning, a new chapter in their lives.

He stepped out into the guild grounds, the morning sun warming his face. The vast expanse of the training grounds stretched before him, a testament to the Dragon's Maw Guild's power and resources. He could feel the energy thrumming beneath his feet, a palpable sense of power emanating from the very ground he stood upon. He was surrounded by other trainees, their levels ranging from the low twenties to the high thirties. He could sense their power, their potential, their eagerness to learn. He felt a surge of excitement, a thrill of anticipation. He was ready to begin his training. He was ready to become stronger. He was ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead. He was ready to protect Zili, to protect Lucia, to make his mark on this world forever changed by the Great Rift. The journey had only just begun, and he was ready to embrace it.

To be continued….

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