Godly Revival System: I Buy My Killer's Stats

As soon as Ethan informed him about the Special Talent: Eternal Vitality, Ancestor Skulnen froze on the spot, his bony hands trembling slightly as he stared at Ethan with wide eyes.

Up until now, he had thought the boundless vitality surging through his dried-up body was nothing more than a fleeting aftereffect of Ethan's mysterious revival method.

Something temporary… something that would slowly fade away once his body stabilised.

But with Ethan's words, the truth was revealed.

This was not temporary. This was permanent.

It wasn't a trick of his senses—it was a reality carved into his very bones.

For the first time in centuries, Ancestor Skulnen felt the inexhaustible tide of life coursing through him as if he had been reborn anew.

"E–Eternal… Vitality…" he muttered, his hollow voice shaking as he clenched his fists. His eyes glowed with a sharp light, and in that instant, he realised the true meaning of Ethan's gift.

If before, his goal of reaching the Soul Transformation Realm was a delusion he stubbornly refused to let go of, now it had become something attainable.

With a lifespan extended by 100,000 years, combined with the other gift: Heavenly Cultivation Technique, he received from Ethan, he no longer had to fear time running out before reaching his dreams.

His loyalty surged uncontrollably, as if his very soul recognised Ethan as the one who had rewritten his fate.

'How… how did he bestow me such a powerful talent? In this cultivation world, even the weakest talent can change a cultivator's destiny. And yet… this… this is something that defies the heavens themselves!'

In the Cultivation World, lifespan was the most precious of resources, even more valuable than spiritual treasures or rare techniques.

Sect masters and Powerful cultivators waged wars over secret methods that could extend life by even a few decades. But Ethan… Ethan had casually gifted him an extra hundred thousand years.

The more he thought about it, the more fervent and unshakable his loyalty became.

[Ancestor Skulnen's loyalty has increased by 20 loyalty points]

[Congratulations. Ancestor Skulnen's loyalty has reached 100 points]

[Warning: The faster loyalty is gained, the easier it can be lost]

[Mission Completed: Gain the full loyalty of Ancestor Skulnen]

[Reward: High-level Life Card – Appraisal Life Card]

On the other side, Ethan's eyes flickered with a satisfied gleam as the system notifications rolled in.

'Finally, the mission is complete. Looks like buying those stats for revived targets was the right move—it makes securing their loyalty so much easier.'

Of course, to outsiders, it would appear effortless. But Ethan knew how much he had invested: 2.1 billion Life Points. A terrifying amount by any standard.

Still, there was some relief—once Ancestor Skulnen was revived, the earlier penalty of 1 billion Life Points had been erased, and the points were safely returned to him.

All in all, Ethan was more than content with the outcome.

'Now, all I have to do is wait.'

Since he gained the full loyalty of Ancestor Skulnen, he was no longer worried about Chief Bonen and several Ancient Elders, who stormed into the room a few moments ago.

As soon as they entered, ready to go all out against Ethan, their eyes widened instantly to see the most respected person of their tribe.

"Ancestor Skulnen!"

The cold fury in their expressions melted away the moment they saw him alive and well.

At the same time, relief washed over them, especially Chief Bonen, whose tense shoulders finally eased.

'Phew... looks like my Bonepiercer Tribe still has hope to change our fate.'

He had already been preparing himself for war if Ethan failed to bring their ancestor back, but thankfully, such a scenario had been avoided.

"Ancestor… it is good that you are unharmed."

Ancestor Skulnen's gaze turned sharp, his expression turning dark as he prepared to scold them for their insolence in breaking down the door without permission.

'No need to scold. I would have done the same if I were in their position.'

But Ethan raised a hand, silently stopping him.

'Fine.'

Taking a deep breath, Skulnen restrained himself and instead said coldly, "Since you didn't know I was inside, I will overlook your audacious actions today. However, in the future, I expect you all to show Master Ethan the same respect you show me."

The hall went quiet.

Chief Bonen's face froze mid-expression, while the Ancient Elders looked at each other in utter disbelief.

Master… Ethan?

The word struck them like thunder.

And before they could even question, Ancestor Skulnen dropped a statement that left their minds blank.

"From this day forth, the Bonepiercer Tribe will no longer simply act as outsiders in this vast cultivation world. We will be loyal to Master Ethan. Whatever he commands, we shall follow—even if it costs us our lives."

The silence that followed was deafening.

"What?!"

"What's happening? Just earlier, Ancestor wanted to kill him…"

"And wasn't he always the one who scolded us about never becoming someone's dog?"

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The Ancient Elders' expressions twisted in confusion. They simply could not reconcile the man they knew—the ruthless, prideful Ancestor Skulnen—with the figure now declaring unwavering loyalty to an outsider.

Only Chief Bonen, who had silently observed everything, furrowed his brows but said nothing.

'Looks like he is hiding many more secrets than I originally thought.'

Deep down, he realised something terrifying—whatever Ethan had done, it had utterly changed their Ancestor's very will.

Chief Bonen was already ready to give his loyalty to Ethan in exchange for the Rank 10 Demonic Blood Dragon's Skull.

Since he was able to bring such a high-grade item, Chief Bonen guessed Ethan's organisation was powerful.

However, after seeing how quickly he convinced the stubborn ancestor of his tribe, Chief Bonen felt that he still underestimated Ethan and the organisation behind him.

'Anyway, with his help, the fate of the Bonepiercer Tribe will finally change, and we don't have to fear the Bloodclaw Tribe.'

Chief Bonen didn't know exactly what Ethan had done to his tribe's ancestor; however, he was happy with the turn of events.

On the other hand, Ethan's excitement died as he noticed something: 'Everyone is good, but why is the mission still not completed?'