In a new magical world, Kelvin Stark, a day-old baby, opened his eyes with a mind much older than his weak body. He had just come back to life from a life he could barely remember. Now he was in a magical place where anything could happen. In the corner of his eye, a strange icon glowed dimly, like a star in the daylight, as his tiny eyes grew accustomed to the gentle light in his nursery.
"What's this symbol beneath my eyes?"How can I open it? Kelvin thought that his new curiosity was stronger than his body's limits.
A clear, invisible voice spoke in his mind. System: Notice. Just think you are opening it, and it will open. It is your console, which shows your current status.
"Ho, okay, wait, let me think," Kelvin mumbled to himself, his lips barely moving. He concentrated and imagined the icon opening like a flower. A clear, tablet-like screen appeared in his mind right away, showing him details about his life.
Name: Kelvin Stark
Age: One Day
Current Level: 1
MP: 100/100
HP: 100/100
Fatigue: 1/10
Attributes: Fire, Air, Water
Skills: Gluttony (Level 1)
Blessings: None
"Whoa, I have talent? That's amazing!" As his little heart pounded with anticipation, a smile appeared on Kelvin's face. Then he paused, blinking at the message again. "Wait... my age is one day?" Hey, System, can I use my Gluttony skill right now?"
System: Notice. Negative. You cannot use the skill. The maximum amount of mana in this state is insufficient.
(Mana: The mana is a flow of magic through the body, related to blood flowing from the heart. Mana is also produced from the heart.)
Kelvin's excitement faded like a popped balloon. "Ohh, I thought I could... but when can I use it? With some training, maybe?"
System: Notice. To acquire high mana ability, you must circulate mana from your heart to every part of your body, like blood. You need to improve your mana level.
Kelvin's baby face shine with determination, though it might haven't looked like he was about to cry. "Very confident! How can I make my mana better? Is there a way?
System: Notice.There is a way, but not any child just born can do it. Since you are reincarnated, I believe you can.
Kelvin's excitement grew, his tiny fists tightening. "Tell me what I can do!"
System: It is not simple. Meditate, concentrate the mana into one place—your heart—and slowly spread it to all parts of your body.
"Hoo, that's it? So easy! Let me try." Kelvin closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and tried to focus. "Humm…" A minute passed. "That's it, I did it, right?"
System: Notice. I don't sense any flow of mana.
Kelvin's eyes open, annoyed. "Hoo, what did I do wrong? I've been doing it for, like, an hour, I guess!"
System: Request. May I kick your baby butt? You did it for five minutes. Do it for at least one hour and concentrate the mana into your heart, the origin of mana.
"What? Can you do that? Wait, are you a human or a system? I thought systems didn't talk like that!"
System: Notice. I am made from human memories. Now focus.
"Ha, what a pain. Okay, I'll do it." Kelvin's complaining stopped as gentle hands lifted him from his crib. It was Elriya, his maid, her face kind as she brought a bottle of milk. A playful grin spread across Kelvin's face, his earlier frustration gone.
System: Notice. Heartbeat increasing.
"Shut up!" Kelvin thought, cheeks turning red as Elriya cooed over him.
Five years passed like a river flowing to the sea. Kelvin, now a lively five-year-old, was full of curiosity and trouble in the big palace of his noble family. Elriya, always patient but often annoyed, rushed through the halls, her skirts swishing.
"Where is Lord Kelvin? I need to find him!" she whisper, her voice mixed with worry and frustration. The boy always disappeared, especially near bedtime. "Haa, I know where he'll be."
She hurried to the palace library, heading for the magical books section. A soft glow came from the shelves, growing brighter as she got closer. Her breath stopped. There, floating a foot off the ground, was Kelvin, his small body shining like a bright sun. His eyes were closed, his face calm, as magical energy circulate around him.
"What is this? is that boy Kelvin? Elriya moved closer and whispered. Her eyes spreaded. "Lord Kelvin?"
Somehow, the five-year-old had mastered the ability to channel mana through his body, which is uncommon for a child of that age. Elriya's heart was filled with pride and wonder as the air hummed with power."Is all this magical energy coming from my lord? Hoo, wow."
"Lord Kelvin!" she called, her voice sharp but amazed. "What are you doing here?"
Kelvin's eyes open, and he floated gently to the ground, the glow fading. He scratched his head, giving a shy smile. "I'm sorry, Elriya."
Her anger flash. "This is the thirteenth time you've snuck into the library! I'm done with you! Come, it's bedtime!"
Kelvin's big, innocent eyes and cute smile softened her heart like ice in the sun. She sighed, giving in. "What should I do? You're too cute, my lord. Come, it's bedtime."
That night, Elriya sang a lullaby as Kelvin settled into bed. His eyes closed, and she thought he was asleep. Quietly, she stopped singing and left. But Kelvin's eyes opened the moment the door closed.
"This is dull. I can't sleep after reading these stories, hehe. He gave a playful smile. "Let's see how I am doing." With a thought, the console emerged, its glowing text indicating his advancement.
Name: Kelvin Stark
Age: 5
Current Level: 12
MP: 100/100
HP: 100/100
Fatigue: 3/10
Attributes: Fire, Air, Water
Skills: Gluttony (Level 1)
Blessings: None
"Nice! My level's 12 now, and fatigue's up to 3. Pretty good!" Kelvin's grin faded a bit. "But why won't my Gluttony skill level up?"
System: Notice. Gluttony is a consumer skill that levels up when used or when it absorbs something.
"Okay, can I use it now?"
System: Notice. You haven't acquired the necessary conditions.
Kelvin groaned. "What, again? It's been said that for five years!"
Before he could argue more, a loud BOOM shook the palace, rattling the windows. Kelvin sat up fast. "What was that?!"
System: Notice. A massive magical explosion occurred. Damage radius: 30 meters.
"A magical explosion?!" Kelvin's heart raced, not with fear, but with excitement. Whatever caused that blast was his first taste of the world's dangers—and his chance to test the power he'd built for five years.