Chapter 86: Effect of the authority
"Well, you're feeling what you should feel," the system replied, its tone oddly amused.
Julian frowned in confusion. "What do you mean?"
"That's the side effect of your authority," the system explained, almost teasingly.
"But I have the authority of lightning! What does that have to do with lust?" Julian shot back, genuinely perplexed.
The system chuckled lightly, "Host, the God of Thunder was also the God of Lust."
Julian's eyes widened as he processed this revelation. "So, you're telling me I'm inheriting both powers?" he asked, his voice tinged with disbelief.
"How does that happen? How can a God of Thunder also be the God of Lust?" Julian pressed, still trying to wrap his head around it.
The system replied, "I don't know, but part of the reason for the God's death was his penchant for... let's say, getting involved with other gods' wives. As a result, those gods formed a group and killed him."
Julian's jaw dropped at the revelation. "So, not only did he wield immense power, but he also had a reputation for causing chaos among the divine?"
"Exactly," the system confirmed. "It seems you've inherited a bit more than just his lightning powers."
Julian sighed, rubbing the back of his neck. "Great. Just what I need—more complications."
The system chuckled, "Be careful, host. Don't follow in the footsteps of your predecessor."
Julian raised an eyebrow, smirking slightly. "Oh, I'll be careful. But who knew that wielding the authority of lightning came with such... interesting side effects?"
"Just remember," the system continued, "with great power comes great responsibility. Use it wisely, or you might find yourself in hot water—literally and figuratively."
"Noted," Julian replied, shaking his head with a grin. "I'll try to keep my thunder to myself... at least for now."
Julian, feeling the surge of his newfound desires, found it hard to keep his gaze away from the women in his life—Regina, Gregoria, Eva, and Eleanor. Each of them possessed an alluring beauty that seemed to draw him in, intensifying the feelings swirling within him.
He noticed the way Regina's elegance blended with maternal warmth, Gregoria's regal aura that commanded respect, and the captivating grace of Eva and Eleanor that made them seem almost ethereal.
Despite his best efforts to focus on his meal, his thoughts drifted, each glance igniting sparks of lust that he struggled to contain. The very air felt charged, as if the authority he had gained infused the atmosphere with an intoxicating energy.
He shifted in his seat, both excited and confused by the intensity of his emotions, wondering how he would navigate these newfound feelings without crossing boundaries he valued.
Julian chuckled to himself, a mischievous glint in his eyes as he thought, Well, I guess it's time to get started. With a newfound sense of confidence and excitement coursing through him, he was ready to explore the implications of his authority, eager to see how it would shape his interactions with the women he cared for.
With only two weeks left before his departure to the royal capital, Julian felt a sense of urgency to explore his newfound desires and strengthen his connections with the women in his life.
He knew this was the perfect time to indulge in his growing lust and enjoy the thrill of conquest before facing whatever challenges awaited him in the capital.
The system chuckled in response, "Oh, host, are you finally about to start the familial conquest?"
Julian shrugged playfully, "What can I say? Time is ticking, and I can't let these opportunities slip away!"
Eva exclaimed joyfully, "My husband and daughter are coming!" Her eyes sparkled with excitement, and a warm smile spread across her face as she anticipated the reunion.
Julian raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "Oh? That sounds wonderful! When are they arriving?"
Eva clapped her hands together, "They should be here any moment! I can't wait to see them and share the news about your breakthrough!"
Regina nodded, a soft smile on her face. "That's good, a gathering of even more family members. The more, the merrier! It'll be a wonderful chance for us all to connect and celebrate Julian's achievements together."
She glanced at Julian, pride evident in her eyes. "We should prepare a special meal for them. After all, it's not every day that we have such exciting news to share."
After finishing his meal, Julian stood up from the table, feeling a surge of energy and determination.
"I'm going to hit the training grounds for a bit," he announced, a confident grin spreading across his face. His family nodded in understanding, knowing that he was eager to hone his skills and further master his newfound powers.
As he made his way outside, the cool air invigorated him. The training grounds were expansive, with plenty of room for him to practice his techniques. He focused on the horizon, his mind already racing with thoughts of what he would accomplish during this session.
Julian stood at the center of the training grounds, contemplating his next moves.
I should create a combination of my spells with Cosmic Dance of Death, he thought, excitement bubbling within him. The idea of merging his abilities into a devastating new technique thrilled him.
He closed his eyes, visualizing the synergy between his lightning spells and Cosmic Dance of Death.
If I can weave them together, I could unleash a torrent of destruction unlike anything I've done before. As he pondered the possibilities, he began to focus his energy, preparing to experiment with different combinations and push the limits of his power.
Julian realized the immense responsibility that came with wielding the Authority of Lightning; its power was staggering and could easily lead to catastrophic consequences if misused.
He wanted to lessen his dependence on this overwhelming ability, understanding that if he were to carelessly unleash its might, he could inadvertently destroy entire lands or even a kingdom.
With this in mind, he resolved to train diligently, honing his skills and crafting new techniques that would allow him to balance his newfound strength with precision and control, ensuring that he wielded his powers wisely.