Chapter 22: The Ticket and The Exit

Chapter 22: The Ticket and The Exit

Korig's journey through the dark and desolate mall had been both exhausting and exhilarating.

The weight of his newfound powers and the experience he had gained hung heavily in the air.

He had become a true master of the dark arts, and his control over the undead was unparalleled compared to him a few hours ago.

With every level he had gained, Korig could feel the darkness within him growing stronger.

The lure of the locked abilities in the Necromantic Grimoire was ever present, and he couldn't wait to unlock their potential.

He stood at a crossroads, his mind filled with the possibilities that lay ahead.

The mall's lower levels were still infested with zombies, and he knew that clearing them out would grant him even more power.

The Bone Armor, Raise Dead, and Death Shroud abilities called out to him, promising to take his abilities to new heights.

But he also knew that patience and strategy were key in this new world.

As he contemplated his next move, a sense of determination washed over him.

The Undead King Lich's legacy was now his, and he was ready to embrace it fully.

With renewed resolve, Korig cleared the lower levels of the mall, one zombie at a time.

He emerged into the transformed parking lot, having leveled up considerably.

The system responded with a window that displayed his progress.

Level 10

Korig couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction. New novel chapters are published on

He had come a long way since his first encounter with the Lich.

Even his Lich powers had grown considerably, making him a true force to be reckoned with.

But he had also discovered another aspect of his powers.

He had learned that if he sacrificed his loyal minion, which he had summoned using his Necromantic Grimoire, he could gain a significant amount of experience points.

With a swift Muay Thai kick, he decapitated his undead minion.

The creature's head went flying, and Korig was rewarded with a surge of experience points. He could feel his power increasing with every point earned.

As he turned to face the exit of the mall, he was interrupted by a screen that materialized before him, blocking his path.

The words on the screen were impossible to ignore.

Main Objective Complete.

Bonus objective complete.

The user is the first player to clear the bonus objective.

The user's reward will be provided in 3, 2, 1...

A blinding flash of light filled the air, and Korig instinctively covered his eyes with his hand.

Korig's eyes scanned the weapon as a window displayed its details.

The King's Crowbar.

It was not just any ordinary crowbar. It was tagged as Divine, not just legendary but divine, signifying its extraordinary strength and potential.

Korig couldn't help but smile; he had made the right choice.

With The King's Crowbar in his hands and the powers of the Lich at his disposal, Korig felt like a true force to be reckoned with.

He had the versatility he desired, the ability to switch between his dark arts and his divine weapon as the situation demanded.

As Korig stepped out of the mall, a surge of exhilaration coursed through him.

The world beyond those dark and desolate corridors was a dangerous place, but he felt more prepared than ever to face whatever challenges lay ahead.

His steps were filled with determination, and he muttered to himself, his voice carrying an unwavering resolve.

"I may have the powers of the Lich, but I won't be controlled by them."

"I'll consume all the powers this world has to offer."

With each word, he solidified his commitment to mastering the dark arts and acquiring more power.

He refused to be a mere puppet of the Lich's influence.

His destiny was his to shape, and he was ready to wield it with authority.

However, as he was about to take that decisive step into the world outside, his gaze fell upon a gruesome sight that momentarily froze him in his tracks.

There, lying on the ground, was the half sliced body of Daniel, who had attempted to escape the horrors of the mall.

Daniel's lifeless eyes stared up at the sky, his face frozen in an expression of silent terror.

Korig's own eyes locked onto the grisly sight, but his face remained stoic, revealing no emotion.

Turning his head further, Korig spotted the lifeless forms of Lily and David nearby, their bodies sprawled on the parking lot.

They had been his companions in this nightmarish journey, and now, they too were gone.

Despite the profound loss and the gruesome scene before him, Korig's expression remained unchanged.

His heart felt heavy with the weight of the sacrifices made, but he didn't allow his emotions to surface.

With a determined exhale, he turned away from the lifeless forms and continued to walk.

The world beyond awaited him, and he couldn't afford to dwell on the past.

There were powers to acquire, challenges to overcome, and a destiny to fulfill.

But as he finally stepped outside the mall, a single tear glistened in his right eye, catching the faint light of the sun.

It was a solitary testament to the emotions he kept buried within, a symbol of the sacrifices he had made on the path to power.

Korig knew that the road ahead would be fraught with danger and darkness, but he was unyielding in his pursuit of becoming something.

That something came out as words from his mouth.

"I'll become unstoppable."

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