Chapter 54: Extraordinary reward–glowing eyes

Suddenly, just as John was eager to know the reward, a lot of prompts started appearing in front of him until he parked his car by the roadside.

[Ding! Congratulations for completing the task assigned by the system. The Host is rewarded by the system with the following rewards...]

[Congratulations. The Host is awarded a special business ability. The Host has to maximise the ability to open up as many business deals and explore the world of business full of opportunities.]

[Congratulations. The Host is rewarded with special glowing eyes. The glowing eyes permanently belong to the Host. The glowing eyes will automatically activate in case of an enemy or anyone who seems a betrayer to the Host.]

[Congratulations. The Host is rewarded with permanent special speed. The speed will only activate when the Host takes a fight.]

John sat there in his car, mouth slightly agape. "Special glowing eyes?" he murmured to himself, shaking his head in disbelief. "What the hell am I? Some kind of superhero now?" He tapped the steering wheel, half-expecting some cosmic force to answer him, but of course, only silence followed.

He couldn’t help but chuckle at the absurdity. "So let me get this straight. Not only am I supposed to be the world’s next business tycoon, but now I’ve got super speed and... glowing eyes that go off like a disco ball when there’s trouble?"

The system chimed in, cutting through his inner monologue.

[Yes, Host. You’ve earned these abilities based on your completion of the previous task. The rewards are tailored to aid you in your future endeavours.] 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝙚𝙬𝓮𝙗𝒏𝙤𝒗𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝒐𝓶

John huffed out a laugh. "Oh, well, that’s comforting. Just what I always wanted—demon eyes and lightning legs. I hope I don’t accidentally vaporise someone by glaring at them too hard. So, tell me, System, what exactly do these glowing eyes do? Am I supposed to be able to see through walls now or something in my foes?"

The system’s tone remained calm and almost patronising in its explanation.

[The glowing eyes are a defence mechanism. When enemies or betrayers are within a certain range of you, the eyes will begin to glow as a warning. The more dangerous the enemy, the brighter the glow. In addition, they provide enhanced sight in darkness, allowing you to perceive hidden threats.]

John curled an eyebrow. "Wait a minute. So, you’re telling me my eyes will just... light up? Like a nightlight for bad guys? What if I’m in a business meeting and someone’s being sneaky? Am I just supposed to casually cover my eyes so no one thinks I’m possessed by a demon?"

[You will have full control over when the glowing occurs, Host. The system will notify you in advance of the danger so that you can activate or suppress the glow as needed. This ability it’s your secret and no one could notice your glowing eyes even if you are in the midst of people.]

John rubbed his temples. "Great. Just great. What’s next? Will I start growing claws if someone overcharges me for coffee?"

[No, Host, there are no claws. Only speed and glowing eyes. The Host has remained compact to the abilities.]

"Small mercies," John muttered, still half in disbelief but also a little intrigued by the possibilities. "Okay, okay, let’s break this down. What about this business ability? How is that supposed to work?"

[The business ability allows you to perceive opportunities where others cannot. It heightens your instincts, giving you insight into potential deals, investments, and partnerships that can propel you to the top of the business world. You will be able to recognize profitable ventures at a glance and negotiate deals with unparalleled skill.]

John scratched his chin thoughtfully. "Now that’s something I can get behind. But hold on—what’s the catch here? Surely these powers aren’t just handed out without some kind of side effect or twist?"

[There are no catches, Host. The system is designed to help you reach your full potential.]

"Yeah, that’s what they all say," John mumbled. He couldn’t shake the feeling that there was more to these rewards than met the eye, but for now, it was intriguing enough to go along with it. "Alright, alright, let’s do this. How do I get these things integrated? Do I have to click something or chant some magic words?"

[The abilities are being integrated now, Host. Please relax and calm down. 10%..40%..70%..90%..100% ✅]

John felt a strange sensation washing over him. His vision blurred momentarily, and he could feel an electric pulse running through his body, as though every nerve was coming alive. He closed his eyes and inhaled deeply, bracing for whatever was about to happen.

Then, it began.

First came the glowing eyes. He could feel an unfamiliar warmth behind his eyelids, as though his vision was being sharpened to the point of absurdity. It was as if every hidden layer of the world around him was suddenly accessible.

He opened his eyes, half expecting beams of light to shoot out, but instead, everything looked the same... until he focused. John shook his head and wondered if things were right and okay on his side.

Colours appeared brighter, movements sharper. He could sense the tiny shifts in the shadows around him. A bird darted across the sky far above, and John could see every feather in perfect clarity. It was like his vision had been set to "superhuman mode."

"Holy... this is intense," John breathed. "It’s like seeing in HD for the first time after being stuck with dial-up."

The system’s voice echoed in his mind again.

[The glowing eyes will continue to adapt as you grow accustomed to them. The more you use them, the stronger their effects will become.]

"Great," John murmured. "That’s all I need—a learning curve on my eyeballs."

Next came the speed. He could feel his muscles twitching, as if ready to spring into action at any moment. A surge of adrenaline coursed through his veins, his body humming with potential energy. He shifted in his seat, and without even realising it, he had moved to the passenger side of the car in the blink of an eye.

"What the...!?" He looked down at his hands, wide-eyed. "Did I just... flash?"

[Your speed has been activated, Host. In combat, you will be able to move faster than the average human eye can perceive. This will allow you to outmanoeuvre enemies with ease.]

John nodded slowly, still a bit stunned. "Right... so, I’m basically a business tycoon-slash-ninja now. Wonderful."

His mind started racing with ideas. If these powers were real, then he could leverage them not only in business but in his personal security as well. He imagined standing in the middle of a sprawling market, his glowing eyes alert for any threats or betrayals, while his speed ensured that no one could touch him.

He could see himself walking through an international business forum, surrounded by the world’s most powerful figures. He would negotiate deals with lightning precision, securing investments, partnerships, and expansion opportunities with ease. No one would be able to deceive him; his glowing eyes would always alert him to those with bad intentions.

In his mind’s eye, John stood before a massive crowd, chairing a global conference on automotive innovation. He had constructed his super-automotive car-selling store, the largest in the world, selling next-generation vehicles that other companies could only dream of producing.

With his business instincts heightened by the system, every deal was a masterpiece of negotiation, and every venture became a roaring success. Actually, John felt amazing.

SACCOs and investment firms from across the globe would line up to partner with him. He could see himself diversifying his portfolio, venturing into tech, real estate, and even renewable energy. His reputation as a business genius would precede him—no opportunity too big or small would escape his notice.

But it wasn’t just business that excited him. His glowing eyes could serve as his ultimate defence, allowing him to root out betrayers before they could strike. He imagined a confrontation with a group of enemies who had been plotting against him.

As soon as they stepped within range, his eyes would glow with warning, and before they could make a move, he would be ready—fast, precise, and untouchable. This could work hand in hand with his special martial art technique.

He pictured himself preparing his security teams, organising them with military precision. Lions Security had their own role to play, but John’s enhanced instincts made him the true commander of the operation. He could visualise every potential threat, every angle of attack, and prepare accordingly.

John’s heart raced as the power surged through him, his mind flooded with endless possibilities. He could practically feel the blood pulsing through his veins, like an engine revving up for the race of a lifetime. He examined his hands, half-expecting to see his skin glowing or his veins lit up like neon tubes.

"Well," he muttered to himself with a grin, "I guess I better not go near any fluorescent lights. Don’t want people thinking I’m some kind of radioactive spider. Hahaha..."

The system, ever so diligent, chimed in.

[Host, the integration is complete. Your abilities are fully functional. It is now up to you to utilise them to their fullest potential and upgrade them by completing more tasks when assigned by the system.]