The Inner Odyssey - Chapter 115: Paladin Exam?

In a world where mana nodes inherently decode spells, acting as the pre-built magical processors of all mages, Zephyr awakens with just a single node, putting him at a disadvantage.Unconcerned with fame or glory, he initially shrugs off this profound limitation, even dismissing his father's final and seemingly useless gift. But when a relentless spiral of uncontrollable events threatens his very existence, Zephyr has to figure out a way to utilize his inherited legacy.His survival now depends on understanding the fundamental nature of mana nodes and how they tick in a world that takes the process for granted. His method of conscious processing pushes the boundaries of conventional magic and draws the attention of formidable world powers and ancient noble houses. As Zephyr delves deeper, he begins to uncover disturbing truths about their world and the very origins of magic itself. How would he navigate this treacherous landscape where every discovery could be his last?What to expect:- Unique power system that draws inspiration from modern processors.- Extensive character development and world building.- MC starts out weak and capped... until he figures out how to process better. Power is earned.- Mana cores, mana nodes, spell processing, noble houses, knowledge gatekeeping, great world powers, hidden factions, a touch of sci-fi, multiple worlds, soft kingdom building...

Warning- [Contains Mature content and themes such as BULLYING, GORE, REVENGE, RUTHLESS AND MERCILESS MC] [Contains lemons as well as onions!]By the end of 2025, humanity made first contact with extraterrestrial beings. A century later, in 2125, the world had transformed beyond recognition. With the aid of alien technologies and interactions with various space-faring species, humans expanded their reach to other planets and galaxies. Advanced sciences, indistinguishable from magic, genetic mutations, and cybernetic enhancements propelled humanity to new heights. Humans were no longer the weak, powerless beings they once were; they had evolved into one of the dominant species in the cosmos.Xavier, a young nomad from a small village, had received a scholarship to attend the prestigious Astraeus Academy on Earth. Although he was reluctant to leave his family behind, he enrolled in the academy upon his father's insistence. His ancestors had made a significant investment in Astraeus City—when it wasn’t even planned and constructed—which was the most powerful and luxurious metropolis that many dreamed of living in but few could even visit.However, things didn’t go as planned. Those with power and blinded by greed had taken over everything, and there was no sign of his ancestors' investment.In this new world, money was everything. It could buy anything and everything. Morals held no value against the almighty dollar. A father would sell his son for money, and a mother would kill her daughter for it. Oh, you can’t pay the 1 million dollar loan? No worries! Just rent your wife for a week and the loan is paid! What, you killed someone? No problem! Just pay 10 million dollars and walk free!Determined to reclaim what was his, Xavier decided to enroll in Astraeus Academy and claim the throne of power that rightfully belonged to him. But most humans had undergone genetic enhancements and cybernetic modifications, making them far stronger than ordinary humans. Xavier, however, was just a normal human, and due to his innate disorder, his body couldn’t support cybernetic enhancements.Xavier was bullied and thrashed every day, called names, framed and accused, and even worse, there were attempts on his life. Just when he thought his life was over, a voice called out to him—a voice that some might presume belonged to a goddess. The goddess gave him a system… an unlimited money system.In a world where money was everything, how would Xavier survive? But with an unlimited money system, who could stop him?“I need a house.”[Just buy it.]“I want a car.”[Steal it.]“I am looking for something ancient that’s not available anywhere on the planet.”[Unlock the Dimensional Store and get it.]“I am bleeding.”[Get the divine grade healing potion.]“I… want a girlfriend…”[Starting a quest to seduce your bully’s girlfriend! Step 1: Gift her flowers!]Follow Xavier in his journey to not only become the universe's richest, but also the most strongest.Spoiler/Tags- Genius MC, Smart MC, Ruthless MC, Merciless MC, Anti-Hero, Handsome MC, Gore, Bullying, Rich MC, Harem, R-18, smut, echhi, Student-teacher relationship, Senior-junior relationship, cousin relationship, milfs,poor to rich, weak to strong, System, Super rich, beautiful female leads, alien waifus, monster (vampire/dragon etc etc) waifus, Dimensional Store, Mafia, gangs, guns, cars, cyberpunk, futuristic, space, interstellar, aliens, action, Conquor, Domination, VR, spaceships, NO YURI. NO NTR.Note- For those who are here for anti-hero, ruthless mc, it starts after chapter 16. Xavier is kind and naive at start because he lived in a village where everyone treated him kindly, and he wasn't influenced by the outside world.

What is it like to own an abandoned oil town in the West? At first, Xu Xing simply wanted to provide some convenience for travel enthusiasts and camping enthusiasts traveling by car to the northwest.

However, it has been out of control since then…

The stall has been upgraded to a convenience store with a unique style, the instant noodles cooked in an earthen pot have been transformed into a restaurant that provides hot and authentic beef noodles, and the shack has been transformed into a hotel that is unique in the country and can look up at the deep starry sky. The tire point has been upgraded to become a gas station and maintenance station….

after that,

The town unknowingly became the size of a small county town…sixth tier, fifth tier, fourth tier, third tier…a few years later it became the only new first-tier city in the northwest Gobi Desert…

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The Luck Protection Center is affiliated to the Cosmic Alliance.
Its employees take the responsibility of safeguarding the stability of the world order, and will send defenders to guide the children of luck, so that the children of luck have a good life.
And the secret to being an ace defender.
“As long as you have a dedicated (xian shen) heart.”
Fu Xinghe kissed the profile of the person next to him.
The son of luck on this plane also loves me so much.
If you think the world is boring, life is meaningless.
If you are flawed and vilified by everyone.
If you are deceived, be abandoned.
So.
– Hello, I am Fu Xinghe. From today onwards, I will spend the rest of my life with you.
“You will love me, protect me, and respect me.”
“Nirvana and rebirth for me.”
You will love this world, you will turn the broken into a sharp blade, and you will erase the dust and shine.

【Love and protection, gentleness and healing are always the most powerful force. 】
[I want to spend the rest of my life with you until you grow old. 】
【Must see! 】【Must see! 】【Must see! 】
——Demining Guide——
1. The main attack text, irreversible. Mutual favor and partial attack, the arrow will be a little thicker when receiving the opposite attack.
2.1V1, subject to slice.
3. Fu Xinghe (attack): Hedonist, squeamish, harsh and gentle.
4. Shou is mostly destined, love at first sight, and strong for love. If you don’t like it, don’t enter.
5. Revenge is not the point, love is the theme, be careful (you can communicate rationally, don’t scold me!)
6. Some people like to suffer, and some people like to attack, but they are all single arrows, and the thunder is not allowed to enter. (In addition to the initial world, Xinghe has a first love boyfriend!)
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World 1: Fluffy and squeamish, cat X is indifferent to the outside world and pampered at home, the president (completed)
[Hint: Be careful, the supporting role may cause discomfort at the beginning]
World 2: Travel is angry every day painter X color blind brain circuit strange musician (completed)
World 3: Forced Women · School God X Angry School Scum · School Bully (Completed)
World 4: Spending money like land without money will die. Paper man X original love, money is like a stingy door, and now spending a lot of money. Designer (completed)
World 5: Little Sun Group’s Favorite Dragon Set·Actor X Dual Personality·Main Character, Veteran Officer, Deputy Personality, Clinging Spirit·Emperor (Completed)
Initial World: Fantasy? reality? (completed)

Content tags: Soft love, sweet text, fast crossing, modern overhead
Search keywords: protagonist: Fu Xinghe ┃ supporting role: pre-“You counterattack, I dedicate myself? Farewell”, which will be updated around 4.20 ┃ Others: main attack, fast wear, sweet text, mutual favor and partial attack
One-sentence introduction: The protection object took a fancy to me again, and I followed.

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