《THE Ascendant Mortal: Beyond Divine Boundaries》


 Beast Invasion

    Aamir picked up his binoculars and gazed at the building across from him. To his surprise, Riya was looking right back at him. As soon as she noticed Aamir''s gaze, she swiftly turned her attention away and began to whistle. Aamir couldn''t help but chuckle at Riya''s playful behavior.


    Just then, a sudden explosion shook the ground, and the city''s protection wall collapsed. Hordes of beasts poured in, overwhelming the guards. Despite their valiant efforts, the guards were vastly outnumbered and quickly overwhelmed.


    Among the invading beasts were three Monarch-class creatures, notorious for their formidable strength. The beasts were categorized into seven levels, based on their power:


    1. Feral Class: The weakest, easily taken down by an E-rank hunter.


    2. Predator Class: Comparable to C-rank hunters.


    3. Specter Class: Required a team of B-rank hunters.


    4. Monarch Class: Solo creatures capable of destroying a city.The author''s content has been appropriated; report any instances of this story on Amazon.


    5. Legend Class


    6. Titan Class


    7. Worldbreaker Class, and finally, the Apex Class: The most powerful beings on the planet.


    Rumors whispered that fifteen years ago, during the Great Beast Attack, these Worldbreaker-class creatures were involved, resulting in millions of casualties. No one had been able to defeat them.


    The beasts that invaded the city included over 100 Feral-class, 40 Predator-class, and 8 Specter-class creatures. Aamir and Riya, both 15 years old, rushed out of the building to help evacuate the survivors.


    Aamir, skilled in swordsmanship, charged into battle. Riya, knowledgeable in basic magic, fought alongside him. Together, they took down several Feral-class beasts.


    However, their victory was short-lived, as a Predator-class beast emerged. Its long, crocodile-like snout and 12-foot height made it a formidable foe. Aamir hurled stones at the beast, but they barely left a scratch.


    Enraged, the beast charged toward Aamir. With his sword, Aamir struck the beast, but it barely left a mark. The beast''s resilience puzzled Aamir.


    Just as the beast was about to attack Aamir with its razor-sharp tail, Aamir realized he had to think fast. The beast''s relentless assault would not cease until everything in its path was destroyed.


    "What is this thing made of?" Aamir wondered, gritting his teeth. "My full strength didn''t even leave a scratch!"


    The beast''s tail swooped down, ready to strike. Aamir''s fate hung in the balance.

 Beast Invasion (Part Two)

    As the beast lunged at Aamir with its razor-sharp claws, a guard swiftly intervened, blocking the attack with his sword. However, the beast''s sheer strength shattered the sword into two pieces, leaving the guard wounded.


    Aamir quickly regained control of his energy, focusing it into his legs. With lightning-fast speed, he whisked the guard to safety.


    "Are you okay?" Aamir asked, concern etched on his face.


    "I''m fine, the wound isn''t deep," the guard replied, wincing in pain. "But why did you intervene? I could have handled the attack."


    Aamir smiled wryly. "You thought I was a child and needed protection."


    The guard chuckled, despite his injury. "I didn''t expect you to react so quickly."


    Aamir called out to another guard nearby, who rushed to tend to the wounded guard. "Keep an eye on him and watch out for any more beasts."


    As Aamir scanned the horizon, his eyes locked onto the beast''s location. His adrenaline surged, fueling his reflexes.


    The beasts'' invasion had caught humanity off guard, leaving them vulnerable to attack. Even magic users struggled to defeat the monstrous creatures. Weaker beasts could be defeated with magic, but Specter-class and above were nearly invulnerable.Support the creativity of authors by visiting the original site for this novel and more.


    However, humanity refused to give up. Brave individuals discovered that their adrenaline hormone could enhance their physical abilities during life-threatening situations. Through science and training, they learned to harness this power, developing unique martial arts styles known as Adreno Arts.


    Twelve nations formed, each led by powerful individuals who had initially succeeded in repelling the beasts. The entire human race rallied behind them.


    The nations of Eridoria stood united:


    1. Aryavarta


    2. Valtania


    3. Kyokai


    4. Zhonghua


    5. Aurora


    6. Calonia


    7. Galvia


    8. Maravalia


    9. Valkoria


    10. Carnelia


    11. Navarra


    12. Danovia


    Each nation developed its distinct Adreno Arts style, forging a new path for humanity''s survival.


    Aamir, a 15-year-old who had just begun learning Adreno Arts. His movements were swift but unpolished, his determination evident.


    The guard watched Aamir with newfound respect. "You''re not ordinary, are you?"


    Aamir''s focus remained on the beast. "I''ll explain later. First, we need to survive this."


    Aamir charged forward, his heart pounding. As he dodged the beast''s attacks, Riya appeared beside him.


    Riya raised her hand, unleashing a stream of fire magic that infused Aamir''s sword. The blade shimmered with intense, fiery light.


    "Use this," Riya whispered.


    Aamir''s eyes met Riya''s, and with renewed confidence, he wielded the enchanted sword.


    He dodged the beast''s sharp tail and swiftly counterattacked. He struck the beast''s legs, using the momentum to slide under its stomach.


    In one fluid motion, Aamir combined his sword with Riya''s fire magic, unleashing an unintended but powerful Arya Agni Jvala attack.


    The blade sliced through the beast''s defenses, cutting it into two parts.


    The beast''s defeated roar echoed through the landscape as Aamir stood victorious, stunned by his newfound abilities.

 The Unyielding Spirit

    Aamir''s eyes would often gleam with a fierce determination as he recalled his father''s tales of bravery. Karn, his father, had been an exceptional swordsman, renowned for his unwavering courage in the face of danger. Aamir''s desire to emulate his father''s prowess burned brighter with each passing day.


    As a child, Aamir would listen with rapt attention as his father recounted the events of that fateful day, fifteen years ago. The day when beasts had descended upon five major cities, leaving destruction and chaos in their wake. Valtania''s Wyndham, Kyokai''s Katsur, Zhonghua''s Shaanxi, and Valkoria''s Valois had all been targeted. Aryavrata, too, had been affected, though the specifics of the attack remained shrouded in mystery.


    Aamir''s family had been living in Vedangiri at the time, but they had been forced to flee and settle in Purushottampuri. It was here that Aamir was born, and here that he would grow up, fueled by his desire to become a great swordsman like his father.


    Karn had been a member of the Hunter''s Guild, an esteemed organization dedicated to protecting the realm from the ever-present threat of beasts. Aamir''s father had been part of a team tasked with eliminating the beasts that had been terrorizing travelers on the route between Purushottampuri and Vedic City. The jungles of Vedika were home to numerous beasts, including a Specter-level creature that had been wreaking havoc on unsuspecting travelers.


    Aamir''s father had devised a plan to distract the Specter-level beast while the rest of the team escaped. Though the plan had been successful, Karn had ultimately succumbed to his injuries, leaving Aamir''s family to mourn the loss of a beloved husband and father.


    As Aamir grew older, his desire to follow in his father''s footsteps only intensified. He spent every spare moment practicing his swordplay, driven by his determination to surpass his father''s skills and make him proud.


    Aamir''s thoughts were interrupted by the sound of rustling leaves. He turned to see Riya emerging from the underbrush, a look of concern etched on her face.


    "Aamir, what''s wrong?" she asked, noticing the faraway look in his eyes.


    Aamir shook his head, clearing his thoughts. "Nothing, Riya. Just thinking about my father."


    Riya''s expression softened. "You miss him, don''t you?"


    Aamir nodded, feeling a pang of sadness. "I do. But I know he''d want me to keep moving forward, to become the best swordsman I can be."


    Riya smiled, her eyes shining with encouragement. "You will, Aamir. I have no doubt about it."


    Aamir''s face set in a determined expression. "I won''t let you down, Riya. Or my father."


    Together, the two friends stood there, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead, their bond stronger than ever.


    But their moment of tranquility was short-lived. A Specter-level beast emerged from the shadows, its eyes fixed on Riya. Aamir''s instincts screamed at him to react, but before he could even move, the beast struck Riya with a swipe of its massive paw.This tale has been unlawfully lifted without the author''s consent. Report any appearances on Amazon.


    Riya''s body crumpled to the ground, her limbs twisted at an unnatural angle. Aamir''s mind went blank as he stared at Riya''s broken form. His vision narrowed, focusing solely on the beast that had hurt Riya.


    A strange, unsettling energy began to emanate from Aamir''s body. His aura, once a gentle hum, began to grow and swirl around him like a maelstrom. The air seemed to vibrate with an otherworldly power, as if the very fabric of reality was being warped and distorted.


    A strange, unsettling feeling began to spread through the air, like a cold wind blowing through the city. The atmosphere around Aamir grew heavy with an unspoken menace, like the moments before a storm breaks.


    The beast, sensing the shift in Aamir''s energy, took a step back, its eyes fixed on Aamir with a mixture of curiosity and fear. But it was too late. Aamir''s power had already begun to surge out of control.


    The city around them seemed to fade into the background as Aamir''s aura grew, casting a dark, foreboding shadow over the streets. The beast, realizing too late that it was outmatched, let out a terrified roar as Aamir''s power washed over it.


    But Aamir''s body was not strong enough to handle the sheer amount of power that was coursing through his veins. His muscles began to tremble, his vision blurring as his energy reached a critical point.


    And then, in an instant, everything went blackAamir''s body collapsed to the ground, his power fading away as quickly as it had appeared. The beast, realizing its chance, turned to flee, but it was too late. The damage had already been done.


    Riya, still lying on the ground, looked up at Aamir''s unconscious form, her eyes filled with a mixture of fear and concern. What had just happened? What was the source of Aamir''s incredible power? And what would happen when he awakened?


    As she gazed at Aamir''s still form, Riya noticed something strange. A faint, pulsating glow seemed to be emanating from Aamir''s body, as if his very life force was struggling to break free.


    Suddenly, the air around them was filled with the sound of rushing footsteps. A group of guards, alerted by the commotion, came running towards them, their swords drawn.


    Riya quickly scrambled to her feet, her eyes fixed on Aamir''s unconscious form. "Wait!" she cried out to the guards. "Don''t hurt him! He''s not a monster!"


    The guards hesitated, unsure of what to do. One of them, clearly the leader, stepped forward. "What''s going on here?" he demanded. "What happened to him?"


    Riya took a deep breath, trying to explain. "A beast attacked us," she said. "Aamir tried to defend me, but...but something happened to him. He just collapsed."


    The guard''s expression turned skeptical. "Something happened to him?" he repeated. "What do you mean?"


    Riya hesitated, unsure of how to explain. "I don''t know," she admitted. "But I think it has something to do with his power. He''s been having these...these episodes, where he loses control and...and does things he can''t explain."


    The guard''s expression turned grave. "I see," he said. "Well, we''ll need to take him in for questioning. We can''t just let him roam free, not with that kind of power."


    Riya''s eyes widened in alarm. "No, you can''t!" she cried out. "You don''t understand! He''s not a monster, I tell you! He''s just...just confused."


    The guard''s expression turned sympathetic, but firm. "I''m sorry, miss," he said. "But we have to follow procedure. We''ll take him in and...and figure out what to do with him."


    As the guards closed in, Riya knew she had to act fast. She couldn''t let them take Aamir away, not when she knew he was innocent. She took a deep breath, steeling herself for what was to come.


    "I won''t let you take him," she said, her voice firm and resolute. "I''ll protect him, no matter what."


    The guards paused, taken aback by Riya''s bravery. For a moment, it seemed as though they might back down. But then, their leader nodded, his expression grim.


    "I''m sorry, miss," he said. "But we have our orders. We''ll take him in, no matter what."


    And with that, the guards closed in, surrounding Aamir''s unconscious form. Riya knew she was in for the fight of her life.

 The Coming Of Help

    When Purushottampuri was attacked by the Beasts, the local guards, skilled hunters, and magic users bravely faced the onslaught, managing to save many lives. However, the attack was on such a massive scale that even their combined efforts were not enough to turn the tide. The situation grew increasingly dire with each passing moment.


    The head of Purushottampuri''s security team quickly contacted the capital, pleading for backup. The response was swift. Within minutes, the capital organized a team of their finest warriors¡ªa group of six highly skilled individuals¡ªwho would lead a force of 200 soldiers. However, to transport such a large contingent, a large portal needed to be activated. This process would take roughly an hour and a half to complete. Until then, the people of Purushottampuri had no choice but to fend for themselves.


    Meanwhile, Navin, a man known for his unshakable composure and unmatched skill with a sword, was sitting in a quiet corner, nursing a drink. Though not a habitual drinker, Navin occasionally indulged to alleviate the stress of his demanding responsibilities. A former marshal of Purushottampuri''s security team, Navin was a close friend of Aamir''s father, Karn, and a prominent member of the Hunter''s Guild.


    Navin''s thoughts often drifted to the past. He had been present during the mission that had claimed Karn''s life. On that fateful day, Karn had entrusted Navin with a sacred vow: "As long as my son is not strong enough to protect himself and his family, I leave that responsibility to you." Navin had taken that promise to heart. Even after his promotion to Lord Commander and subsequent relocation to the capital, he never wavered in his commitment. He continued to oversee Aamir''s well-being, teaching him the art of swordsmanship and ensuring his safety.


    At that moment, as Navin sipped his drink, his phone buzzed with an urgent message. It was an alert about the Beast attack on Purushottampuri. The message instructed him to assemble with six other hunters and prepare for immediate deployment. Two hundred soldiers would accompany them.


    Navin rose from his seat, his cloak swirling around him as he moved with purpose. Despite his age, his agility and speed were remarkable. He reached the Hunter''s Guild in record time, covering a distance that would have taken most people twice as long.


    At the Guild, Navin met his six companions. Among them were two women, each striking in her own way. One had long, snow-white hair and skin as pale as moonlight. Her cold, imposing aura made her seem untouchable, a perception further reinforced by her reputation as a swordsmanship instructor at the prestigious Nalanda University of Wizardry and Warfare. The other woman, a skilled magic user, had an air of quiet confidence that belied her lethal capabilities.


    The four men accompanying them were equally formidable. One was a master of hand-to-hand combat, his movements so precise that he could disarm an opponent in seconds. Another was a magic user whose spells were said to be as unpredictable as they were devastating. The remaining two were expert swordsmen, their skills honed through countless battles. Help support creative writers by finding and reading their stories on the original site.


    "Ah, Navin, good to see you''ve arrived," said the Guild Master, an elderly man whose frail appearance was deceptive. His sharp eyes and commanding presence made it clear he was not to be underestimated.


    Navin turned to the white-haired woman and asked, "Did they summon you too?"


    "It seems the situation in Purushottampuri is worse than we anticipated," she replied, her voice as cold as her demeanor.


    Navin nodded, his expression grim. "We need to get there as quickly as possible. How much longer until the portal is ready?"


    The Guild Master glanced at the large portal behind him. "Just a little while longer," he said. "Everyone, prepare yourselves."


    A short while later, the group stood before the massive portal. Of the many portals in the Guild, only eight were currently active. Seven were small, capable of transporting only a handful of individuals at a time. The eighth, however, was large enough to send 500 people in a single wave. Coordinates had already been set to transport them directly to the heart of Purushottampuri.


    Meanwhile, in Purushottampuri, chaos reigned. Aamir lay unconscious on the ground, his body battered and bruised. Riya, despite her own injuries, had encircled them with a ring of fire, using the last of her magic to create a barrier against the advancing Beasts. The guards stood around them, their weapons drawn, but their attention divided between aiding the wounded and containing the threat posed by the boy whose power had caused even the Specter-class Beasts to retreat.


    "Why aren''t you helping the injured instead of standing here, guarding these children?" Riya demanded, her voice shaking with exhaustion.


    One of the guards hesitated before replying, "Other guards are assisting the wounded. But this boy... his aura is unlike anything we''ve seen. It''s both terrifying and... unnatural."


    Before the guard could say more, a sudden gust of wind announced the arrival of Navin. His black cloak billowed behind him as he appeared seemingly out of nowhere, his presence commanding instant respect.


    "Wasn''t this place under attack by the Beasts?" Navin asked, his voice calm but laced with authority. "Then why are you standing here instead of fighting them?"


    One of the guards, recognizing him, straightened immediately. "Commander Navin!" he exclaimed, saluting sharply.


    At the mention of Navin''s name, all the guards snapped to attention.


    "Report," Navin ordered.


    "Sir, something strange happened," the guard began. "The Beasts, even the Specter-class ones, suddenly began retreating. We don''t know why."


    Navin''s sharp eyes fell on Aamir and Riya. "And these two?"


    The guard hesitated. "The boy... he defeated a Specter-class Beast singlehandedly. But his aura¡ªit''s even more dangerous than the Beasts themselves. That''s why we were hesitant to approach."


    Navin''s expression hardened. "Instead of treating their injuries, you''re standing around gawking? Do you not understand what this boy has accomplished? He collapsed because of the toll his power took on him, and you think standing here will solve anything?"


    The guards shuffled nervously but made no move to leave. Navin''s sharp gaze silenced any further protests. "I''ll take responsibility for them," he declared. "Now, go and assist the others."


    Reluctantly, the guards dispersed. As they did, Riya''s strength finally gave out. She collapsed, her body unable to endure the strain any longer.


    Navin caught her effortlessly, his expression softening as he steadied her. "You did well, little one," he said gently. "You''ve shown remarkable courage."


    His gaze shifted to Aamir. There''s something extraordinary within you, something powerful and dangerous. If you can learn to control it... you''ll surpass us all. But for now, you''re just a boy in need of protection.


    "I will protect you, kid," Navin murmured, his voice barely audible. It was both a promise and a vow.