The church was still buzzing with whispers.
Children stared at Oliver.
Nobles whispered behind their hands.
Even the priests looked unsettled.
Oliver stood quietly.
Multiple elements… divine blessing… and I cracked the crystal? I didn't mean to…
Samuel walked up beside him, arms crossed. "You made too much noise."
Oliver replied calmly, "You're just jealous."
Samuel huffed. "A little."
Sebastian laughed loudly. "Good rivalry builds strength."
Theo sighed but didn't disagree.
Charles gently placed a hand on Oliver's head. "Are you okay?"
Oliver nodded.
"I'm fine."
Mentally panicking, but fine.
---
Meanwhile, the other children gathered.
Elena spoke softly, "Your light was beautiful…"
Ryan grinned. "We should train together!"
Lucas nodded once. "You're strong."
Oliver blinked.
Friends…? That was fast.
Samuel immediately stepped between them. "He's my rival."
Ryan tilted his head. "You can still be friends."
Samuel paused.
"…Fine."
Oliver smiled slightly.
---
Outside the church, the air felt lighter.
But suddenly—
Oliver felt something shift again.
The familiar panel appeared.
---
New Title Earned: Multi-Blessed Child
Reputation: Rising
Friendship Bonds: Forming
New Skill Unlocking…
---
Oliver's eyes widened.
Another one? Already?
A warm pulse spread through him.
Nearby flowers bent slightly toward him.
Ryan noticed. "Did the wind change?"
Lucas looked thoughtful.
Samuel frowned. "You did something."
Oliver shook his head.
"No idea."
Total lie.
---
Theo watched everything silently.
"…He attracts attention naturally," he muttered.
Charles smiled. "He attracts people."
Sebastian added, "And rivals."
James sighed. "And trouble."
Everyone agreed.
---
As they prepared to leave, Elena waved shyly.
"See you again?"
Oliver nodded. "Yes."
Ryan grinned. "Next time we compete!"
Samuel smirked. "I'll win."
Lucas simply said, "Train."
Oliver looked at them all.
Friends… rivals… powers…
He smiled.
This world—
Was becoming more exciting every day. ✨