I Got Reincarnated as a Zombie Girl
Chapter 176 – In Silence, There Is Longing

Chapter 176: Chapter 176 – In Silence, There Is Longing

The room was silent, illuminated only by the soft glow of a crystal lantern hanging in the corner. Behind thick, deep purple curtains, the night’s shadows gently enveloped Sylvia’s chamber. On the large bed draped with thick linens, Sylvia sat cross-legged, staring blankly at the wall. Her new body still felt unfamiliar, yet her mind wandered far away, anchored on one name that continuously filled the space in her heart.

Sofia.

A figure always present in every step she took, in every plan and struggle. The Queen of Nocture who had long protected the city and now bore the heavy burden as her substitute while Sylvia journeyed to seek answers.

Sylvia let out a long sigh and slowly closed her eyes. She could feel Sofia’s presence in her mind the steadfast face with eyes full of determination and warmth, the gentle voice that calmed her, and the small smile that always ignited her spirit.

"How are you there, Sofia?" she whispered softly, her voice almost a prayer drifting through the night air. "Are you alright? Is Nocture still safe with you?"

Her hand reached for the blanket beside her, gently clutching the fabric. The longing pulsing in her chest was not just from the distance that separated them, but also from the weight and responsibility each now carried. She knew Sofia felt the same.

She opened her eyes and looked toward the large window facing the dark sky sprinkled with stars. The moon shone softly, casting a cool light that soothed her restless soul.

"We are both on different battlefields," Sylvia thought. "But our hearts aim for the same goal to protect the world we love."

She slowly rose from the bed and walked to the small table in the corner. There lay an unopened scroll of a map and several stacked notes. Sylvia carefully took the scroll and unrolled it, studying the lines and symbols that formed a complex depiction of the world that had become her stage.

She imagined Sofia standing atop a high fortress, overseeing Nocture’s defenses, leading the zombies with unwavering courage and resolve. Sofia was not only a leader but a beacon of hope amid the growing darkness.

Suddenly, Sylvia’s thoughts drifted to their last night together before her departure. They had talked at length about the future, the lurking dangers, and the promise to reunite.

"I must be strong for you, Sofia," Sylvia whispered. "And I want you to know... I always rely on your presence there. Don’t ever feel alone."

Her heart tightened a blend of longing and burning determination. Sylvia knew the path she walked was filled with unimaginable peril. Yet with every step, every decision, Sofia’s name anchored her firmly.

In the corner of the room, Alicia and Stacia slept soundly, unaware of Sylvia’s quiet struggle with her own longing. Sylvia glanced briefly toward them, then returned her gaze to the window.

"If only you were here, Sofia," she thought, "perhaps this weight wouldn’t feel so heavy."

But she understood their duties were different. Sofia guarded the fortress, while she had to explore the labyrinth of the world’s mysteries, confronting darkness even the gods dared not reveal.

Sylvia sat back down on the bed, placing the map on her lap. She rubbed the surface of the scroll, as if hoping to absorb strength and guidance from it.

Thoughts and memories of Sofia spun endlessly, filling the lonely spaces in her soul. She tried to feel her friend’s presence in every breath and whisper of the night wind.

"This isn’t just about us," Sylvia said in her heart, "but about all who trust us, who hope in us."

The night deepened, and in that silence, Sylvia finally lay back down. Her eyes fixed on the ceiling, letting Sofia’s shadow dance in her mind chasing away loneliness and strengthening her spirit.

She vowed that no matter how heavy this journey, no matter how far apart they were, their bond would never break.

And one day, when they meet again, no words would be sweeter than... "I’m home."

Sylvia lay on her large bed, her gaze empty as it traced the unmoving ceiling. Yet her mind was suddenly stirred by a curious thought she had neglected: her stat bar. After the recent evolution a great change that elevated her to a new level she had yet to see for herself just how powerful she had become.

With calm movements, Sylvia reached for a small scroll on the bedside table. A small crystal glowed softly in her hand, projecting a transparent holographic display that contained her entire status.

[STATUS – SYLVIA HORTENSIA]

Name: Sylvia Hortensia

Race: Lunabris (Rank 5 – Special Superior Zombie)

Element: Death, Nether Wood, Nether Flame

Level: 1 / 200

STATS

HP: 882,000 / 882,000 (tripled from before)

MP: 537,000 / 537,000 (significant increase)

STR: 96,300 (x3 from before)

VIT: 882,000 (x3 from before)

INT: 244,000 (almost 12 times increase, x5 from before)

AGI: 244,000 (x5 from before)

LUK: 1,000,000 (system corrected previous error; this is the final number)

Sylvia stared at the screen with wide eyes. She couldn’t believe it. She double-checked several times with a finger touch, making sure the data really belonged to her.

"This... can’t be," she murmured softly. "Have I... become too strong?"

She lowered her gaze and looked at her still slightly trembling hands, feeling the magical energy flowing without end. It was as if her body had become a source of nearly unlimited power.

ACTIVE SKILLS

- Infectious Bite (20/20) – Maxed

Deadly bite with advanced-level poison.

- Venom Reaper Claw (60/80)

Poisonous claws now capable of causing chain poison effects to multiple enemies.

- Eclipse Piercing (40/80)

Instant attack with dual physical and magical penetration.

- Death Aura (15/15) – Maxed

Radius increased to 30 meters, emitting a death aura that slows and weakens enemies.

- Appraisal (20/20) – Maxed

Perfectly reads and evaluates enemy strength.

- Deadlock Field (Max Rank)

Locks an area within a 30-meter radius for 20 seconds; only zombies and death-element users can move freely.

- Phantom Bloom (Max Rank)

Nether flower illusions now explode over a wider radius with more severe effects.

- Death Step Mirage (Max Rank)

Shadow movement with invincibility lasting up to 10 seconds.

SPELLS

- Void Steps (20/20) – Maxed

Long-distance void movement up to 50 km with the same MP cost but reduced cooldown.

- Gravebind (Rank 8)

Evolved version, now consumes 3,500 MP and can bind up to 5 enemies simultaneously.

- Nether Branches (Rank 5)

Summons magical branches endlessly while MP permits.

- Flame Ball (Rank 10)

Rapid-fire fireballs with large area damage.

- Decay Rain (Max Rank)

Decay rain lasting 30 seconds, dealing 10,000 HP damage per second.

- Oblivion Roots (Rank 10)

Black roots that drain life and immobilize a wider area.

- Entropic Grasp (Rank 3)

Death hand attack with corrosive effects drastically reducing enemy capabilities.

- Shadow Veil

New spell creating thick dark mist, rendering her and her zombie army invisible for 15 minutes.

- Soul Chain

Strengthens her chains of power, enabling direct control over 500 zombies at once.

PASSIVE SKILLS

- Killing Stroke (Max 20 Stack)

+10 AGI/kill.

- Queen Flesh (60/80)

HP regeneration of 15,000 HP/second.

- Med MP-Regeneration (Max Rank)

MP regeneration of 10,000 MP/minute.

- Toxic Affinity (Max Rank)

Poison, decay, and wound effects increased by 50%.

Blood Instinct (Max Stack 10)

+15% to all stats when injured by blood.

- Soul Resonance (High Level)

Perfect communication with zombie souls.

- Deathborne Tolerance (Max Rank)

+60% resistance to all debuffs and holy attacks.

- Undead Commander’s Presence (Radius 500 m)

Increases all stats of controlled zombies by 50%.

ORIGINAL SKILL: CHAIN TECHNIQUE (Upgrade)

Form 1: Binding

Binds and weakens entire enemy area within a 20-meter radius.

Form 2: Shield

Chain shield absorbing all types of attacks, lasting 60 seconds.

Form 3: Death Spiral

Deadly spiral absorbing both HP and MP from enemies.

Form 4: Guillotine Blossom

Area thorn attack causing severe poison and mental trauma.

Final Form: UNIFICATION

Combines all chains into one, boosting all stats by 500% for 60 seconds. Cooldown 30 minutes.

EQUIPMENT

- Dress of Death (Evolved)

+150% Death magic power and +300% physical resistance.

- Chains of Abyss (Evolved)

A living weapon with terrifying power, responsive to Sylvia’s will and able to manifest various forms (24).

- Black Crystal Earrings (Evolved)

+20% INT, +20% VIT, passive MP regeneration and mental resistance.

- Rapier of Night (Evolved)

A weapon that can pierce dimensions and manipulate space.

- Agility Ring (Evolved)

+20% AGI and additional reaction speed.

- Black Stocking

Enhances charm and supernatural allure.

- Black Gloves (Indestructible)

Indestructible and increases chain attack power.

- Abyssal Regalia (Evolved)

Increases the power and number of controlled zombies up to 100,000 units.

TITLES

- Reincarnated

- First Evolution

- Second Evolution

- Third Evolution

- Fourth Evolution

- Fifth Evolution

- Queen of Zombie

- Blessing from the Goddess of Life and Death (Persephone)

- Arcana of Death

- Supreme Chain Mistress

Sylvia stared at the stat bar with wide eyes. Her body trembled slightly as she felt the blood coursing through her veins transform into a sea of energy shaking every fiber of her soul and body.

"This... is too OP and my luck is absolutely insane. ," she murmured, caught between fear and awe.

A small smile formed on her lips a mixture of pride and self-warning. With this power, she was no longer just an ordinary zombie. She had become an almost invincible entity, a true master of death.

But she also knew the dangers that came with such power that every advantage brought consequences and greater attention from enemies lurking in the shadows.

Sylvia took a deep breath and stood steadily from the bed.

"This is a new beginning," she said softly. "And I am ready to face whatever challenges come... for Sofia, for Nocture, and for this world."