I Got Reincarnated as the Game's Villain-Chapter 70: The Academy [9][Edited]

"Who is that student?" the principal asked, her sharp gaze fixed on Amael. The young man had been using sneak attacks to rack up an extraordinary number of points in a remarkably short period. His movements were calm—too calm—and each step seemed meticulously calculated. Now, he appeared to be heading toward a cave. She couldn’t fathom why, especially since there were still five hours left before the exam concluded.

"Eren. That’s the name he’s registered under," the assistant began, flipping through the portfolio in his hands. "He has no affiliations or family backing. He’s an orphan—"

"Spare me the sob story," she interrupted, waving her hand dismissively. "Get to the point."

"He possesses a dormant bloodline," the assistant continued, unfazed. "And he has two blessings."

"Two?" Her head snapped toward him, her expression a mixture of shock and disbelief. It was rare enough for someone to possess a single blessing, but two? That was unheard of.

"Yes," the assistant confirmed, tapping the document in his hand. "The relic scan he underwent detected both blessings."

The principal’s lips curved into a faint smile. "Go on."

"He has an ice affinity quirk and is classified as Genesis Level 2."

Her brows furrowed. "Genesis Level 2?"

"That’s correct," the assistant affirmed.

Her thoughts churned. That doesn’t add up. Someone with such potential should be far stronger.

"There’s more," the assistant added. "He chose Alchemy as his major."

The principal’s frown deepened. "Alchemy?" she repeated, her tone laced with disapproval.

He nodded. "Perhaps that explains his weakness. He’s likely devoted all his time and energy to alchemy, neglecting combat training."

"What a waste," she muttered under her breath, irritation evident in her voice. Someone so blessed, squandering their potential on alchemy—it was maddening.

…

…

Inside the cave, Eren exhaled deeply and settled into a secluded spot. He wasn’t in the mood to keep running around. Besides, with the points he’d already accumulated, he was confident he’d pass the first part of the exam.

"System," he called out.

A familiar voice responded instantly.

[What do you want?]

The voice belonged to Stem, the system integrated into his very being. Eren felt a pang of annoyance every time he interacted with it.

"You mentioned the shop feature in the latest update, right?" he asked, his eyes closed as he focused on regaining the ether he had expended. Since the system had become fully operational again, Stem had been painstakingly explaining all the new changes.

[Correct,] Stem replied curtly.

The shop was one of the most significant updates, now accessible since the canonical events had begun. To purchase items, however, he needed EXP, which was earned by killing creatures or people.

"Is there any alchemy knowledge available in the shop? Like recipes for pills or similar things?" he inquired.

[There is. In fact, there’s quite a lot,] Stem replied, its tone almost smug.

"Show me everything," Eren said, opening his eyes as a faint glimmer of curiosity flickered across his face.

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LIST OF POTIONS WITH STANDARD/LOW-LEVEL PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT

Low-Grade Healing Potion

Description: As the name suggests, this potion is basic and requires minimal ingredients and proficiency in alchemy to craft. It can heal minor injuries and scratches but is not effective for anything beyond that.

Price: 1000 EXP

Mid-Grade Healing Potion

Description: This potion demands a considerable level of alchemy proficiency to create. It is more potent than the low-grade variant, capable of treating serious injuries and speeding up recovery. However, it requires a significant number of ingredients, including some rare ones.

Price: 15,000 EXP

Mid-Grade Mana Rejuvenation Potion

Description: This potion accelerates mana recovery, making it invaluable in battle. It can often turn the tide of a stalemate when one combatant has access to it, and the other does not. Crafting it requires a moderate level of alchemy proficiency and several rare ingredients.

Price: 8,000 EXP

Mid-Grade Aphrodisiac

Description: This potion amplifies lust to an unprecedented level, clouding the user’s judgment entirely. It requires a substantial number of ingredients and a standard level of alchemy proficiency to create.

Warning: Highly effective. Exercise extreme caution when handling.

Price: 30,000 EXP

Combustible Potion

Description: This potion ignites upon contact with a hard surface or when broken. It is lethal at close range without proper protection. Crafting it requires a significant number of ingredients and standard alchemy proficiency.

Warning: Avoid using in airtight spaces or near allies.

Price: 5,000 EXP

Distraction Potion

Description: Upon breaking, this potion releases a substance that disrupts atmospheric mana, concealing all mana signatures for a short duration. Crafting it requires a large number of ingredients and standard alchemy proficiency.

Price: 3,000 EXP

Temporary Enhancer

Description: Temporarily boosts the user’s physical strength to its maximum potential for a brief period. Requires a significant number of ingredients and standard alchemy proficiency to create.

Warning: Causes immediate exhaustion when the effect wears off. Use with caution.

Price: 12,000 EXP

Mental Resistance Potion

Description: Heightens the user’s mental resilience to an extraordinary level. Crafting it requires a substantial number of ingredients and standard alchemy proficiency.

Price: 22,000 EXP

Low-Grade Absolute Lucidity Potion

Description: Negates illusions that are not significantly stronger than the user’s level for a short period. Requires a large number of ingredients and standard alchemy proficiency to create.

Price: 30,000 EXP

De-Aging Potion

Description: Reduces the user’s physical appearance to a younger version of themselves. Requires a large number of ingredients and standard alchemy proficiency.

Warning: Effects are permanent.

Price: 50,000 EXP

Aging Potion

Description: Instantly ages the user to a slightly older version of themselves. Requires a significant number of ingredients and standard alchemy proficiency.

Warning: Effects are permanent. Do not use on the same person more than once.

Price: 30,000 EXP

Low-Level Flight Potion

Description: Temporarily enhances the user’s affinity with wind, granting them the ability to fly. Requires a large number of ingredients and standard alchemy proficiency to create.

Price: 20,000 EXP

Enhanced Mana Sense Potion

Description: Amplifies the user’s ability to sense mana signatures, greatly increasing the range of detection. Requires a substantial number of ingredients and standard alchemy proficiency.

Price: 25,000 EXP

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The list went on endlessly, each detail revealing something new and overwhelming.

"Wait… what’s my proficiency in alchemy?" I asked, curiosity overtaking my frustration.

[Alchemy: Low]

"Low?" I frowned. "Is there a way to improve it? Most potions require high proficiency to even attempt."

[You could purchase knowledge related to alchemy. That would improve your proficiency.]

"How much EXP do I have?" I asked, and a familiar notification appeared before me.

[EXP: 4000]

"Only 4000? After killing so many people?" I muttered, feeling a tinge of disbelief.

[Technically, you didn’t really kill them. This world is just a conjured realm with infinite respawns.]

Yeah.

"Bring up my status," I commanded, shaking off the thought.

USER STATS

NAME: Amael/Eren (Merging: 35%)

AGE: 17

LEVEL: 2

BLOODLINE: Elyon

BLESSINGS:

Chronos’ Blessing

Skills:

First Form: Rewind

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QUIRK: Ice

ABILITIES:

Sin of Wrath: Eyes of the Blessed

Sin of Pride: Inactive

Sin of Gluttony

Sin of Greed

Sin of Lust

Sin of Envy

Sin of Sloth

ETHER: 80/200

STRENGTH: 56

STAMINA: 47

INTELLIGENCE: 60

CHARM: 48

AGILITY: 79

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Wait a second. Something didn’t add up.

"Why can’t I use my other blessing?" I asked, a nagging thought forming in my mind. "I can feel its presence, just like I feel Chronos’ blessing, but I can’t link to it like I did with Chronos."

[You are not strong enough. Activating it now would kill you.]

Great. Just what I needed to hear.

"And what are these sins? This is the first time I’m seeing them."

[The sins are indirectly connected to the records. You cannot learn anything about them yet. You lack sufficient privileges and are far too weak. However, I can tell you this: the sins are tied to your bloodline.]

Bloodline. That was another mystery.

"Speaking of bloodline, why don’t I feel anything from it? It’s activated, but there’s… nothing."

[Your strength is insufficient. Reach Genesis Level 5, and only then will your bloodline truly awaken. Most of your abilities are also locked behind that threshold.]

I sighed, feeling the weight of my inadequacy pressing down on me. "Fine. Use the 4000 EXP to purchase as much knowledge on alchemy as it can afford. As for potions, I’ll just recreate what that heroine made."

It wasn’t the most original idea. In fact, it was outright theft. But it wasn’t hers yet—at least not in this timeline. And in a world like this, survival took precedence over ethics.

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