I'm a Stingray?

Due to various reasons that had been counted so far, Timothy had it a tad difficult to catch up with everything that this day had to offer.

If the logical aspects weren't mentally consuming enough, the emotional aspects had begun seeping mouthfuls of his concentration, too.

In other words, he didn't yet know how to feel about his friends acknowledging the system's existence.

It wasn't a surprise how he felt utterly lost when thinking about such a topic, especially since the conversation itself had moved on quite quickly.

He told them about the system's existence, they attained a good grasp of the concept, and the conversation ended there.

It was convenient how they didn't bring any trouble whatsoever, after finding out about his little secret - but the young hero still needed time to ponder over the whole conversation, that happened moments ago.

Normally he wouldn't have any trouble perceiving any aspect of this situation, especially since his emotional intelligence was above average; but the situation was a bit different right now.

His brain felt heavily fuzzy, clouded so to say. So no one topic could be focused on with absolute concentration.

It was difficult to figure out the reason behind this lack of focus, but its root will surely reveal itself soon, there was no avoiding it.

However, since the chattering amongst this group was thinning by the passing second, the little stingray was allowed to utterly lose any grasp of focus, and embrace a few other thoughts instead.

There was still a bit of time until they would meet these killer sharks, at least that was what Gerlach had specified once more ~ so Tim used this opportunity to check out the new upgrades.

Unsurprisingly, the system was quick to accurately describe what options there were. And this time, a tab appeared right in the middle of his vision, for the same reason of explanation.

He was quick to recognize this board after acknowledging its red features; this was one of the new upgrades he had bought just a few minutes ago.

This tab began listing down three upgrade options. And it briefly described what level each capability was at.

Such a screen was tremendously helpful, especially now when it was so difficult for the sea-pancake to focus; it allowed him to ponder over decisions, even through this mental burden.

However, the system did begin describing these options vocally as well, even though he could see what each upgrade offered.

She started by bringing back one of the first upgrades that this brave boy had bought. Even he, was able to recognize this detail, it was difficult to miss it.

And once he noticed it, the hero's heart tingled a little bit; as seeing this upgrade felt heart-fulfilling to a limited extent.

[Purchase option number one = Upgrade hunting capabilities to level-three]

[Price = One-hundred-and-sixty system points]

It sounded a bit expensive, but its use can be far out-stretched, especially by Timothy who was so capable in terms of creativity. Every hunting instinct that the system would bash against his head with this upgrade, can and will be modified for better use!

That aside, he could still feel a bit of satisfactory emotions after hearing about this upgrade.

This option revealing itself again, meant that all of the primary options had been upgraded at least once; they had basically revolved once right now.

So even throughout this chaotic mental draft, he began feeling a bit emotional. Because an upgrade like this, dated back to the very beginning of this reincarnation, when life was much simpler.

At that time, the only goal was to survive; it was a difficult task, but its root was simpler than an empty piece of paper.

But these days, he had to withstand the inevitable effects of adventure, and the burdening discoveries that came with it.

It was perplexing to think about, but right now he wanted to focus on what should be upgraded first; and of course the system helped, by repeating what she had said earlier.

[Upgrade option number two = Unlock the grey-tail ability]

[Price = Seventy-five system points]

Now such an ability most definitely sounded interesting, but it was difficult to perceive what values it had. He was trying to ponder what its uses were, and just how powerful this upgrade could be; but the other options were distracting as well.

So he wasn't yet capable of making a decision, regarding when he should buy any of these upgrades. But of course a lot of that indecisiveness can be pushed aside, once he purchases a single option ~ as it would be easier to choose between two of them.

So no question was asked about that new and unique-sounding capability, which allowed the system to repeat the last option.

[Purchase option number three = Upgrade eruptive heat by one-hundred-degree-celsius more]

[Price = two-hundred system points]

Right now, he didn't nearly remember how powerful this ability was, but also avoided asking any question surrounding the topic. If it can be upgraded to that extent, it will surely end up being dependable soon anyway.

However, after a forced attempt of pondering and consideration had been implemented, he decided that it was the best time to ask about this grey-tail ability.

It's name was surely interesting, but what use it had and what exactly it could do, was a complete blur at the moment - more information towards this power was quite craved right now.

So he simply asked, "Can you tell me anything about this tail upgrade thing? I'm confused."

[The grey-tail ability, is quite a different close-combat attack move]

[It has that name, because a grey-coloured light can manifest around your actual tail]

[This light can quickly transform into a tail, the name recommends it so]

[But the key feature here, is that this transparent grey-tail, becomes three times bigger in comparison to how long your actual tail is]

[And the damage it can cause... well you'll discover it after purchasing it, this is all the information I can give you for now]

[However, it is also worth noting that this upgrade will give you more comfort in battles. Because although this grey-tail is used for close-combat battles, its size helps keep a comfortable distance]