Urban Plundering: I Corrupted The System!

Chapter 57 Soul of Deception

After the wild, chaotic and romantic hours of sex, Parker and Tessa passed out in each other's arms, tangled in the mess of sheets on the oversized bed. Their bare skin pressed together, her head resting on his chest like it was the most natural place in the world. The way her breath matched the rhythm of his heartbeat—it was almost too perfect.

The afternoon light was shifting to an orangey glow outside, throwing streaks of warmth across the room. They both looked wrecked—like two people who'd lived a whole lifetime of adrenaline in a single day.

At some point, Parker dozed off, lulled by the softness of her touch and the way her fingers lightly traced patterns on his skin.

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When Parker woke up, the first thing he noticed was how empty the bed felt. His hand brushed over the cool spot where Tessa had been, and he frowned. For a split second, panic kicked in, but then he caught the faint sound of running water.

The bathroom...

Shaking off the haze of sleep, Parker got up and padded across the room. The door was slightly open, steam spilling out into the hallway. As he stepped inside, the warm, humid air hit him, and his eyes locked on the frosted glass shower door.

Her silhouette was there, clear as day, moving like she was in her own little world. The way she tilted her head back, water cascading down her curves—it was enough to make his chest tighten.

Without overthinking it, Parker opened the shower door.

Tessa turned, startled for a half-second before her lips curved into a sly grin. "Well, damn," she teased, her voice light and playful. "Couldn't resist, huh?"

He stepped in, the hot water instantly soaking him, but he didn't care. "You know me," he said, his tone low but amused, hugging her from behind his cock between her butt. "Gotta make sure you're not having too much fun without me."

Her laughter echoed in the small space, and she moved her arms sliding around his neck. "Guess I can share the water," she said, her voice dripping with mock generosity.

Parker smirked, pulling her flush against him. The heat of the water, the steam, the way her skin felt under his hands—it was electric. Their kisses started soft, almost teasing, but it wasn't long before they turned deeper, hungrier.

Sex under the shower was another experience they found so good to forget after once.

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After the shower, Tessa slipped into a fluffy white robe, her hair damp and wild. She leaned over, planting a quick kiss on Parker's cheek before heading to her room.

"Don't miss me too much," she tossed over her shoulder, winking as she disappeared from his bedroom.

After Tessa left for her room, Parker stayed back, leaning against the edge of the bed. His hair was still damp, sticking in messy strands across his forehead. The silence in the penthouse felt heavier now, the buzz of their earlier passion fading into a strange calm.

That's when he noticed it—the faint glow on the corner of his wrist. The mission completion notification.

"Let's check you out..."

[Ding!]

The sound was sharp, cutting through the stillness. A familiar notification screen popped up in his mind's eye, clear as day:

[Mission Complete.

[Race and cause chaos in LA streets and earn the recognition of Olympian Champions.

Reward: Soul of Deception.]

He blinked at it, his chest tightening. "Soul of Deception..." he muttered, his tone laced with both curiosity and anticipation, he had gone milea to get this.

"Sounds ominous as hell."

Before he could even piece together what it meant, a wave of energy swept through the room. It was like a gust of wind, except it wasn't touching anything physical—it was inside him. The air shifted, darker, heavier.

And then it hit.

A dark gray aura began to swirl around him, thick and otherworldly. It clung to him like a second skin, pulsating with power. It felt alive, almost sentient, as it bathed him in its energy. Parker gasped, gripping the edge of the desk for support as the aura surged into him.

His mind was suddenly flooded with knowledge—precise, clear instructions on how to use the Soul of Deception.

It was like someone had opened the floodgates in his brain. Details about the Soul of Deception poured in, downloading straight into his consciousness.

It wasn't brute strength that mattered; it was his mind, his will. This skill demanded focus, sharp instincts, and unrelenting determination.

"Whoa... Curses." He staggered back a step, his knees almost buckling. It wasn't just something he saw—it was something he felt.

It wasn't gentle, either. The aura slammed into him, filling his veins with a strange, electric energy. For a moment, Parker could barely breathe.

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[Null Presence: This ability would render you invisible to the gods, completely undetectable to their senses. No divine entity could see or sense your presence or actions, no matter how closely they tried to watch when activated.

[Mirrored Echoes: By creating fake version of yourself, host could confuse and mislead your pursuers, forcing them to chase shadows while you slipp away unseen.

[Aura of Misdirection: At higher mastery, even the most suspicious actions you took would appear ordinary, mundane, or insignificant to divine watchers, slipping past their notice without raising alarm.

[Illusory Cover: With this skill, host can mask his identity, manipulate his surroundings, creating a false narrative to protect himself when needed] Continue reading stories on empire

Parker's mouth went dry. The sheer potential of the skill was crazy. His mind raced through the possibilities, each one wilder than the last.

But then, like a sucker punch, the downsides hit him just as hard, it wasn't flawless.

Energy Drain, overuse and he'll be a toast. Literally. He'll pass out or worse.Then there was divine suspicions. Abuse this skill, and the gods might start asking questions.

Anothet problem and the last one was, the Truth Leaks. Some gods, especially the truth and justice types, might see through the cracks if they really focus.

Parker exhaled sharply, running a hand through his damp hair. The weight of it all settled over him like a lead blanket. "Damn... this thing's no joke."

The aura pulsed again, brighter this time, before sinking into his skin. It left behind a faint hum, like static electricity buzzing in his chest. He clenched his fists, flexing his fingers as he adjusted to the power coursing through him.

"Alright," he muttered to himself, pacing the room now. "This isn't just some get-out-of-jail-free card. It's a damn tightrope. One wrong step, and I'm fucked."

He glanced at the window, the city lights twinkling far below. For a moment, he stood there, his reflection staring back at him.

"No reckless shit, no using it unless necessary," he said quietly. "Better to keep the gods suspicions off my back for as long as I can."

The words settled in the air, a quiet vow to himself.

For now, Parker had the Soul of Deception—but he had another reward waiting him, a pet—his Pet!

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His Pet, you can call it a summon. It's your choice. Another thing guys, gifts, golden tickets and power Stones are important but above all those... Your reviews and comments are important. Otherwise, thank you for the support