Reincarnated with a lucky draw system

"So you're saying I'm no longer human, but something else entirely? A hybrid of two races—vampire and werewolf?" Michael's voice carried a strange mix of disbelief and curiosity. He leaned forward slightly, as though making sure he hadn't misunderstood Aaron.

"Yup. That about sums it up," Aaron replied with a nod, his tone calm, almost casual, as though he were stating the most obvious fact in the world.

Michael rubbed the back of his neck, letting the information sink in. His brows furrowed as more thoughts clicked together in his mind. "And you're way stronger than you've been letting anyone know. Not only that, but you also own this… independent dimensional space you call the Sanctuary?" His tone wavered between awe and confusion.

Aaron's lips curved faintly. "Yup."

Michael let out a low whistle. "And now comes the craziest part. You're planning to convert every being on Blue Star into… what was it again?"

Aaron's gaze was steady. "Vampires."

Michael blinked at him, as though waiting for Aaron to laugh and say it was all a joke. When the silence stretched on, he shook his head with a chuckle. "Right. Vampires. That's the craziest thing I've ever heard. Now here's the fun part—you want me to be part of this insane plan of yours?"

"Yes," Aaron answered simply, his voice carrying no hesitation.

Michael stared at him for a moment before bursting into a grin. "Great. As long as it's fun, count me in." His smile was sharp, mischievous even, as though the idea of walking alongside madness excited him more than frightened him.

He didn't bother asking Alice for her thoughts. Her closeness to Aaron spoke louder than any words; her choice was already obvious.

Aaron rose to his feet, brushing the dust off his hands. "Since you're both caught up now, I'll be taking my leave. Rest as long as you need—we've still got more dungeons to clear." His tone was light, but his eyes carried a different weight altogether.

Without further delay, Aaron turned and left them behind. His mind had already shifted elsewhere—it was time to visit the abyss as Retribution, and to collect the long-overdue interest that was owed to him.

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Far away, in a distant galaxy untouched by mortal hands, a colossal figure slumbered. The Primordial Dragon sprawled lazily across the burning surface of a central star, its immense body glowing faintly with the molten light beneath it. The star's violent flames licked at its scales but did nothing more than flicker against the ancient beast's hide.

For over a century, the galaxy had been abandoned, shunned by every race that valued survival. None dared intrude upon the resting place of the Primordial Dragon, whose wrath was said to erase civilizations.

But the peace of slumber was broken. Slowly, the dragon's massive eyelids parted, revealing eyes like twin abysses, ancient and weary. A ripple of annoyance spread across its scaled face.

"Old friend," a calm voice chuckled, carrying across the vastness of the void. "I thought you'd chosen to sleep for all eternity."

The voice belonged to Odin, the one whose gaze often pierced the fabric of time itself. He was the first to notice the stirring of the Primordial Dragon.

The beast shifted, its voice rumbling like thunder across the starfields. "I would still be asleep if the Universe Will hadn't roused me." Its tone dripped with irritation, the dragon's displeasure echoing in the endless void. "My nap should've lasted at least half a millennium."

Odin's brows furrowed slightly. "Why would the Universe Will disturb you? It only ever does so when… an anomaly appears."

The dragon's massive wings twitched before folding back against its body. "Two anomalies, to be exact. At the same time. Two Blessed ones have broken free from the Will's control, standing independent of its bindings. The last time something like this happened, it took the strength of the entire universe to put him down." The dragon's eyes narrowed. "And now there are two. Worse still, the Will cannot curse them."

Odin's expression darkened. "I thought after the His incident, the Universe Will had sworn to only grant blessings to lower species, precisely to avoid this."

"That is why they must be handled quickly," the dragon replied. "The Will fears that some hidden third party is meddling."

Odin exhaled slowly, then nodded. "I'll send some of my warriors to investigate. Did the Universe Will at least give a location?"

The dragon's maw opened in what could only be described as a grim smile. "Your warriors won't suffice. If these anomalies carry even a shred of his danger, half-measures will only lead to disaster. I will send one of my children—Primordial Flames. If you truly wish to help, then send one of your sons."

Odin's gaze hardened, but he nodded. "You're right. I'll send Loki."

The dragon's eyes flashed. "Loki? That child who once schemed to resurrect Him for his own selfish desires?" Its voice grew sharp with disdain. "Even in my slumber, I was not blind. The Universe Will keeps me well informed."

Odin sighed, irritation flickering in his voice. "And yet it leaves my Omniscient Eyes feeling useless. But yes… that mistake is precisely why I'm sending him. This mission will be his chance to make amends."

The dragon gave a deep, rumbling snort. "Tch. Fathers never see the rot in their own blood. Even with your eyes, Odin, you cannot see the deceit that festers in Loki's heart."

Still, it relented. "Very well. I'll send another child—Primordial Lightning. You send Thor as well. Not because I fear the anomalies' strength; the Will already assured me they are low-tier. But with Loki involved, someone must keep him in check."

Odin gave a resigned nod. "Very well. You'll provide the location then?"

The dragon's massive head sank back onto the star's surface. "Nope. That's your task. You still have your eyes—use them. I'm going back to sleep. My children have their orders."

And just like that, the beast's eyelids closed again. The star flared brighter beneath its weight, as though relieved to cradle its slumber once more.

Odin was left in silence, lips twitching in annoyance. "Primordial Dragon, my foot… you're nothing but a lazy lump." Still, he had no choice but to shoulder the burden his friend had casually tossed upon him.

With a sigh, Odin summoned his sons, delivering to them the coordinates he'd pried from the depths of his fading sight.

"Father, what exactly are we up against?" Loki asked. His tone was steady, his eyes filled with conviction—the gaze of someone desperate to prove himself.

Odin shook his head. "The distance blurs my vision. I couldn't obtain a precise view."

A shadow flickered in Loki's eyes as he muttered under his breath, "Your sight hasn't been the same since your battle with him…" He bit his tongue, refusing to say the name—it was forbidden among the high races.

Then Loki lowered his head, his voice firm. "I'll keep searching for his heart, Father. Even if the universe brands me a heretic, I'll do all I can to restore your strength."

Odin's stern expression softened, touched by his son's words. "Loki…"

"If I can find his heart, it won't just restore the power you lost," Loki continued, his voice laced with determination. "It might even heal your other eye."

Odin's gaze trembled with faint hope. "Yes… with that heart, perhaps even my sight could be restored."

"Then we must depart at once," Loki said with a bow. "These anomalies may hold clues to what we seek."

Soon after, Loki, Thor, and the two Primordial Dragons mounted a vast Void Wyvern, its wings stretching wider than continents. The beast cut across the emptiness of space, carrying them swiftly toward the coordinates Odin had unearthed.

Loki sat silently, the faintest of smiles tugging at his lips. So the heart can heal even Father's eye? Interesting… I wonder what it will do if I claim it for myself.

His eyes gleamed with cunning. Thank you, Father, for being so easily swayed. Now I know exactly how valuable that heart truly is.

For while the mission was set, the trickster's mind spun on a path of its own. A plan within a plan—Loki would never simply play by the rules.