In the boundless ocean of light, Gautam's soul drifted, ancient and eternal. His first journey had ended, but his spirit burned even brighter now, yearning for new conquests, new worlds to forge.
Suddenly, the heavens rippled like a silver pond.
> [SYSTEM NOTICE]
Second Reincarnation Initiated.
Choose 3 talents out of 5 available.
Before him floated five glowing tablets, each carved with the powers they offered:
1. Traveler (Blue):
Master of terrain and endless lands; you shall know every river, mountain, and desert.
2. Vedant (Purple):
A true knower of the four Vedas, untouched by corruption; your soul shall echo the wisdom of creation itself.
3. Metallurgy (White):
Crafter of metal; you shall mold earth's bounty into tools and weapons.
4. Architect (White):
Designer of civilization; your hands shall raise great structures.
5. Sword Master (Gold):
Blade and blood shall dance in your hands; the sword shall be your second arm.
Gautam's soul pulsed with clarity. Without hesitation, he chose:
— Traveler (Blue)
— Vedant (Purple)
— Sword Master (Gold)
The moment he made his choice, the talents fused into his being, each imprinting him with unimaginable power.
> [SYSTEM CONFIRMATION]
— Traveler (Blue) Selected
— Vedant (Purple) Selected
— Sword Master (Gold) Selected
Reincarnation Cycle 2: Preparing...
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The universe trembled.
Gautam's consciousness began to fold inward, pulled into a tunnel of dazzling light. Sounds of chariots, chanting priests, roaring rivers, and clashing swords filled his senses.
Then darkness.
A warmth surrounded him, muffled and pulsing.
A heartbeat not his own.
He realized—he was once again in the womb of a mother, preparing to be born into a new world, a new era.
The words appeared one last time, seared into his soul:
> Character Panel
Name: Gautam
Permanent Talent: Perfect Body (Gold)
Reincarnation 2 Talents:
— Traveler (Blue)
— Vedant (Purple)
— Sword Master (Gold)
> Reincarnation 2 — Begin.
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Thus started Gautam's second great journey — one destined to carve his legend deeper into the heart of Bharat's eternal history.
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End of Chapter 21