Chapter 1 - Riku Hirota

MUTANT

They were the people who possessed extraordinary abilities as a result of receiving a special gene from their ancestors. To put it simply, their job was to eliminate the monsters that existed in this world.

Whereas the special gene had not yet been invented ten years ago. To prevent the dungeon break, the government attempted to use heavy firearms and fire tanks. At first, their attacks had the potential to harm the monsters. However, some monsters, such as the Giant Centipede and the Magma Dragon, were immune to those attacks.

After a few months, American scientists discovered how to transmit the monster's gene through a specific human body. At the same time, it was discovered that there was an unknown energy living inside the monster's gene, which it named Mana.

Once this gene was transferred to the human body, it will gain Superhuman abilities, also known as the Mutant. And by this process, they'll copy the outward appearance of the monsters also their outstanding abilities.

Nonetheless, after a few years, scientists stopped giving the monster's genes. As some of the human bodies were overtaken by the monsters, who attempted to annihilate humanity.

This was the summary of the historic event. And it called it "Genes era"

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May 30, 2030 is the current year. The world is becoming more stable as a result of the efforts of American scientists and Mutants who gave their lives to defeat the monsters.

He took a look at his wristwatch. "I have to return to class at 2 p.m. I can't wait to awaken my ability." A man with an innocent face said. He had black hair, black eyes, and a normal build.

Riku Hirota was his name, and his father was Japanese, while her mother was Latina.

Since the scientist stopped giving the monster's genes, they looked for another way to awaken the genes of all Mutants' children. To put it simply, they used the mana they discovered in the monster's body. It has the potential to improve their genes.

When a normal person's body reaches a certain level of mana, they can transform into a mutant. They could fight monsters in the dungeon this way.

Riku was twenty-one years old. A university student attending a basic school. Otherwise, he disliked the course he took because he enrolled in a business course despite the fact that he knew nothing about business.

Why? Because his father told him to follow his path. So he could inherit the successful business of his father.

He clicked his tongue as he remembered the face of his father. "Tch! Why did they just let me pursue my dream to fight inside the dungeon?"

What sort of things piqued his interest? He was curious as to why these monsters kept appearing in this world. He wanted to find an answer, which was also the main reason he wanted to become a mutant.

His father possessed the genes of dire wolves, while his mother possessed the genes of giant crow monsters. So, in his mind, if he awakened his ability, he was confident that no matter what kind of gene appeared to him, he'd become a stronger mutant. Since the Dire wolves and Crow's gene was one of the world's rare genes.

"Once my genes manifest, I'll join the Mutant's Association and begin my journey inside the dungeon." He muttered as he walked down the corridor.

"Hello, Riku! I heard you're going to awaken your power?" Behind him, he heard a voice.

Riku slowly turned his head to see a man with curly red hair, tanned skin, and the appearance of a varsity player. Because he was 7 inches taller than this man.

This man was Toru Izumi one of his great friends. Also, it was a man who encouraged him to become a mutant as he wanted to know the hidden mystery of this world.

Riku nodded her head at him. "Yeah, I'll awaken it later." He replied and added. "How about you? Did you awaken your ability?"

Toru maliciously smiled at him. "Yes, you'll never what I get." He happily responded as he was excited to know it by Riku.

Riku went towards him with a curious expression. "Eh? Really? What kind of genes did you awaken, Toru?"

"I took my father's genes, and it's Minotaur's genes." Toru said, rubbing smoothly the under of his nose by using his index finger.

Riku blinked his eyes in surprise, as he knew what the Minotaur could do. It was the type of monster possessed by a tough body and high physical strength. That could destroy a four-story building as it will.

Yet, the main pressing question here was, how Riku could know the ability of Minotaur? To be simple, Riku planned to become a mutant a long time ago. He decided to make research in the dungeon and the monsters inhabited inside of it.

His true motive here was to know the reason why these dungeons and monsters appeared in this world? What could he do? If even the Government had no idea about it. Or maybe, they already knew the answer and they just keep it from the public. However, he had no evidence to prove it, so he'll continue his investigation.

"Wow, Toru! You've received a good ability, I hope I could the same as yours." Riku complimented him.

"You don't need to worry, Riku. As you told me, your parents have rare genes, so there's no reason to didn't get a useful one." Toru responded and added. "I'm excited to see your ability, Riku."

"Thanks, I'll message you tonight once I get it~," Riku said, then murmured some words to Toru. "Can you show me your ability?"

"Riku, you want me to be imprisoned? I'm sure you know that using your power in a public place like this is a serious violation." He warned.

Riku scratched the back of his head. "Hehe, I'm sorry. I am just eager to see the changes in your body."

"Before you could think of another perilous idea, let's get back in the class first."

Two of them chatted while walking in the corridor.

"But honestly, Riku, I'm excited to see what kind of ability will you awaken." Toru said.

"Don't worry, I'll message you once I received mine."

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Ring!

Everyone heard the bell ring the spread in the entire hall, then after a few were moments, Toru and Riku stood up in the parking area.

"Toru, let's meet here tomorrow." Riku said with a low tone and saw Toru riding in a red Lamborghini.

Well, seeing Toru riding a luxury car you could tell he was also coming from a wealthy family.

"Of course, Riku." Toru smiled and nodded, but eventually, shifting his head to the left and ride side. "Wait, where's your car? If you bring none, I can accompany you."

"No, but thanks, Toru. My butler took it from me."

Broom... Broom... Broom...

And all of a sudden, both of them heard the sound of an engine, and the sound got louder and louder as it came closer to them.

"Riku... D-Don't tell me are you riding to that Tesla?" Toru stuttered.

Riku nodded his head at him with a blank expression. "Yeah... There's a problem?"

Toru shook his head and smiled at him. "Nothing. See you tomorrow."

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"Master Riku, we arrived at the mansion and your father was waiting for you." A man had a wide physique and wearing a formal suit said.

His father's name was Akio Hirota while his mother's name was Bianca Hirota.

"What he said?" Riku asked with a weak tone.

"It's the same, your father doesn't want to awaken your genes. He just like you handle his business."

"Never mind him, I'll continue the awakening."

The butler opened the shining golden door, and Riku saw the two rows of the maid on each side. That they waiting for his arrival.

WELCOME BACK MASTER RIKU!

They said at once, and Riku just mildly nodded at them. As he saw his father standing above the stairs.

"I'll do the awakening, father..."

"I think, I can't stop as I look with your eyes," Akio said with a serious tone, then went downstairs. "Riku, tell me why are you doing this?"

Riku stepped forward towards Akio. "I wanted to know the reason behind this dungeon. Also, I wanted to save my mother, I have a strong feeling she is still alive." He responded without stuttering.

"There's anything I could change your mind? I can buy a new car or even an Island. Just stay away from the dungeon, that place is not for us." Akio offered.

Riku slowly nodded his head at him and mildly hugged him. "Sorry, father, but I already made up my mind. I want to find my mother and find a way to eliminate all the dungeon in this world."

Akio won't respond to Riku's words but hopes his Son couldn't receive any power. So, therefore, Riku will focus on their business.

"Master Riku, I apologize for my interruption. But, it's time to awaken your genes." The butler said.

Riku spun around and entered the room with his father. "Okay, let's start the awakening!"