Supreme Hunter of Beautiful Souls

Chapter 18 Absorbing a Soul

One day had passed since the incident involving Sylphie and Faen. Kael sat on the garden grass, seemingly lost in thought, his gaze fixed on the void. To anyone observing, he looked like a distracted child. However, his mind was immersed in something far greater.

He summoned the system interface that had appeared in his life at the most critical moment, and the information materialized before his eyes.

[Status]

[Name]: Kael Scarlet

[Physique]: Supreme Soul Hunter

[Strength]: 34

[Agility]: 30

[Intelligence]: 3

[Endurance]: 4

[Mana]: 70

[Blessing]: World Tree (SSS)

[Traits]: Charming, Universal Language, Enhanced Vision, Mana Sensitivity

[Skills]: Soul Absorption (Lv.1), Soul Hunter (Lv.1)

Additionally, a notification awaited him:

[You have a Rank B soul available for absorption. Yes/No]

Kael studied the information carefully, still trying to fully understand how the system worked. When Faen was obliterated by Elion, Kael never imagined that anything of her could survive—not even her soul. Yet, here it was, ready to be absorbed. It left him intrigued.

"So, even when someone is completely erased from existence, the system can still capture the essence of their soul..." he mused, reflecting on the extent of the power he now wielded. It was both terrifying and fascinating.

But before he could fully process what he had gained, a gentle, concerned voice interrupted his thoughts.

"Kael, what are you doing out here all by yourself?" It was Elion, appearing at the entrance of the house, her eyes radiating a mix of exhaustion and authority. Her tone was more maternal than usual, likely a reflection of recent events.

Kael looked at her, knowing he needed to hide what was happening. He gave her an innocent smile, a trick he had perfected thanks to his infant body.

"Just... thinking, mommy," he replied, his childish voice masking what was truly on his mind.

Elion approached, kneeling beside him. Her eyes examined him carefully, and for a moment, he thought she might sense the change in him.

"Thinking, huh? I hope you're not thinking about yesterday." She sighed, smoothing his hair. "We're all still recovering, and you're too small to carry any burdens."

Kael maintained his smile, but in his mind, he was already making plans. He needed to understand more about the system, about souls, and, most importantly, he needed to grow stronger.

"Don't worry, mommy," he said softly, but in his thoughts, he added, "I'll protect everyone... but in my own way."

Elion slowly blushed and pulled him into a hug, pressing her ample chest against his face. "Come on, you need to eat now!" she ordered, adjusting her position and pulling him closer.

Elion sighed softly, looking at Kael with relief and affection shining in her eyes. She knew he was special, but to her, he was still her little baby. Slowly, her cheeks turned a rosy shade as her maternal instincts took over.

"You need to eat now, Kael," she said with a loving smile, leaning down to pick him up in her arms. As she pulled him close, her embrace inadvertently pressed her ample chest against Kael's small face.

Kael, his adult mind trapped in a baby's body, froze. The warmth and softness were disorienting. He tried to push away any inappropriate thoughts, but embarrassment was unavoidable.

Elion seemed completely unaware of Kael's internal turmoil. With a note of authority in her voice, she continued, "No resisting, you need to eat to grow strong and healthy." In a firm yet tender gesture, she adjusted her clothing, revealing one of her generous breasts, ready to nurse him.

Kael sighed inwardly. "This life... is definitely not easy," he thought, as Elion, with the most motherly smile in the world, began to care for him like the devoted mother she was.

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