My SSS-Rank Skill and System is too OP in Modern Cultivation world-Chapter 124: The Fiery Summit of Opportunity

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Kent named the little snake, Aqua (Skipped/Cut the naming part). "Alright let's put both of you inside the void domain. I can't carry you around all the time."

Aqua and Windy's bodies glowed as they descended into the void.

[Void Domain Expansion: Active. Newly Created area: Abyssal Lake & Windy Plains.

Rocky, Windy & Aqua will sleep in the Void Domain Until… They will awaken as Guardians of the Void Domain Lands.]

Kent crossed his arms, looking at his sleeping friends. The Void trembled, as if welcoming them.

Kent cracked his knuckles, turning toward the horizon.

One left.

The final guardian awaited.

A few hours later, The dense forests slowly gave way to barren, rocky slopes, and the air grew hotter with every step. Thick smoke curled around the horizon as Kent ascended toward the looming volcano.

The path was treacherous. Jagged rocks jutted out unpredictably, and the ground was uneven and scorched. Despite the danger, Kent pressed on with his characteristic blend of determination and irreverent humor. As he climbed higher, the roar of molten lava became louder, and the heat was almost palpable—a constant reminder that he was nearing his destination.

Kent murmured, "The last guardian is here. I think this will be a fire type guardian."

After what felt like hours of grueling ascent, Kent finally reached the edge of a vast crater. Before him spread a shimmering lake of lava, its surface rippling like a living sea of fire. The glow of the molten rock bathed everything in a surreal, red-orange light, casting long, dancing shadows over the rugged terrain. Amid the heat and the roar of the volcano, a peculiar sight caught his eye.

Perched on a smooth, blackened rock near the lava's edge was a tiny figure—a black bird, or something that resembled one. It was his little companion Auri, who had somehow wandered off from the others. Instead of cowering from the heat, Auri was perched comfortably at the edge, his feathers fluffed up as if he were taking a luxurious bath. He chirped happily, dipping his tiny feet into the bubbling lava as if it were a soothing spa.

Kent couldn't help, he was shocked seeing Auri enjoying this dangerous place. "Auri, what are you doing? That's not a puddle—it's a lava jacuzzi!" he called out, jogging over to his feathered friend.

Auri looked up lazily, tilting his head, and chirped in a high-pitched tone. "Chirp, chirp!" His voice seemed to say, "Kent, I found you. I was looking for you and Nima. But I didn't find you guys. Instead I found this place. Now, I'm enjoying life, come enjoy with me."

Kent asked, "Why? This place is not for enjoyment."

Auri replied, " Nima taught me how to enjoy life. I am simply doing that. What's wrong with that?"

Kent grinned and knelt beside him. "Alright, alright," Kent teased, giving Auri a light tap on the head. The small bird's eyes widened comically as he bobbed from the unexpected bump.

+99 SP copied from Auri (confusion).

"Don't listen to everything Nima says. It's time to find treasure and opportunities, not just lounge around in the lava like it's some kind of spa."

Auri flapped his tiny wings indignantly. "But what am I going to do with treasure?" he chirped, sounding more frustrated than before. "I mean, you gave Nima that magic tool to pull and store stuff out of thin air, but I—I don't have anything like that! I'm too tiny to carry anything significant!"

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+999 SP copied from Auri (Sadness).

+999 SP copied from Auri (Sadness).

+999 SP copied from Auri (Sadness).

Kent chuckled, ruffling Auri's feathers. "Oh, come on now. You're more than just a tiny bird. You've got guts, and that counts for something. Besides, every hero needs a little something to call his own. And who knows? A few treasures might even upgrade your skills."

Auri cocked his head and squawked in a mix of indignation and hope. "I don't know, Kent. I'm not built for heavy lifting. How am I supposed to carry treasure if I'm this small?"

Kent's eyes twinkled as he contemplated the problem. "I've got just the thing for you, little buddy."

Kent thinks, "The system shop must have something for my feathered friends. Let's see…" He reached into his internal inventory, scrolling through his exclusive items. After a moment, a message flashed in his mind:

[System Notification: Spatial Ring – Exclusive Pet Item. Cost: 5,000,000 SP.]

Kent grinned broadly. "A spatial ring, huh? That's exactly what Auri needs—a magical ring that creates a pocket space for him to store your treasures. I'm going to buy one for Auri."

"Auri, I got a gift for you. You will love it." Kent says out loud.

Auri's eyes widened, and he chirped excitedly, "Chip! Chip!" as if the very idea set his heart aflutter.

Kent activated his system shop interface. "5 million SP… Not too shabby," he muttered, tapping away at the digital display. Moments later, a sleek, glowing spatial ring materialized in his virtual inventory. It was a modern, iridescent band that pulsed with spiritual energy. The system confirmed:

[Purchase Successful: Spatial Ring Acquired.]

Kent looked at Auri with a proud smile. "This ring is yours. Now, here's what we're going to do: you'll wear this on your neck, and it will serve as your personal treasure storage. When you find something valuable, you can just drop it inside, and it'll be stored safely in your own little spatial pocket."

He carefully removed the ring from his inventory display and produced a small drop of Auri's blood—just a tiny drop, as the system required a ritualistic offering to transfer the power. "Time for a little blood magic," he whispered. A subtle glow emanated from the ring as the drop of blood merged with its power.

Kent smiled and turned his attention back to Auri. "Alright, little guy. This spatial ring goes around your neck. Let's see…" He gently slipped the ring over Auri's head, and it nestled perfectly into place like a tiny collar. The ring pulsed softly, a sign that it recognised its owner. It changed its shape to a proper collar-like style. And a name tag also appeared. System had given the name tag.

Auri chirped happily, his eyes shining with newfound pride. "Chip, chip!" he exclaimed, as if he understood that he now possessed a space tool of his own.

Kent laughed. "That's it! Now you've got your very own treasure bag. Go out there, gather as much treasure as you can, but—please—don't pick fights with the big, strong enemies. You're not built for heavy combat… not yet. You're built for clever treasure hunting."

Auri flapped his wings, looking both excited and slightly nervous. "But… what if I run into trouble? I can't carry treasure if I'm busy fighting monsters!" he chirped, his tone a mix of determination and apprehension.

"Listen," Kent said, placing a reassuring hand on Auri's tiny head, "you're smart, and you've got that spatial ring now. It'll help you out. And besides, treasure hunting is all about strategy. Look for opportunities, avoid unnecessary battles, and let someone else do the heavy lifting."

Auri tilted his head thoughtfully. "What if I find something amazing? Will I be able to show it off?"

"Of course!" Kent replied with a confident nod. "In fact, treasures are the currency of legends. And once you've gathered enough, you might even become the hero of your own story. For now, just remember—treasure is for those who know when to fight and when to run."

Auri chirped, "Chip-chirp!" which Kent took as a sign of agreement.

Kent glanced around the volcanic landscape. The final guardian's domain lay ahead—a volcano mountain with molten lava bubbling and a thick haze of heat rising from its crater. The air was red-hot, and the ground trembled with the power of the earth. "That's it," he said, determination hardening his voice. "The final guardian awaits, and with it, the promise of even greater power and opportunity."

He took one last look at his little pet—now adorned with a shiny spatial ring—and smiled. "You go and look for your opportunity. I will find you once I am done with my work. If you find Nima, then stay with her."

Auri chirped enthusiastically, and Kent began his journey toward the final challenge. The volcanic mountain loomed in the distance, its peak shrouded in swirling black smoke and glowing embers. As he neared, the ground became hot enough to scorch his boots, and the roar of molten lava filled the air with a deafening intensity.

The landscape around the volcano was otherworldly—charred trees, basalt columns, and rivers of flowing lava intertwined to form a hellish vista. Kent's heart pounded in his chest. This was no place for idle pranks; here, every step could be his last.

As he approached the base of the volcano, Kent took a moment to survey the scene. "Alright, final guardian," he murmured to himself. "Let's see if you can handle the heat of my Hellfire." His eyes sparkled with mischief and anticipation.