Overtake: Reincarnated in the Racing Realm

Ren's fingers twitched.

Mikazuki Raiden—the Storm Emperor.

One of the fastest racers in the world.

And he was standing right in front of him, issuing a challenge.

The crowd held its breath.

Ren met Raiden's gaze.

"Why me?"

Raiden smirked.

"Because I'm curious."

He took a step closer, the air around him heavy with pressure.

"You've got something special. Something… different."

His golden eyes gleamed.

"And I want to see it up close."

Ren felt his pulse quicken.

This wasn't just about proving himself.

This was a test.

A test from someone who stood at the very top.

Ren exhaled slowly.

Then—he smirked.

"Alright."

The crowd exploded.

The Storm Emperor versus the Rising Phantom.

This wasn't just a race.

This was history in the making.

A holographic display lit up.

[Track: Midnight Tempest – Storm Variant]

[Length: 15KM]

[Objective: First to the Finish Wins]

[Weather: Extreme Thunderstorm]

Ren's eyes narrowed.

Extreme Thunderstorm?

He glanced at Raiden.

The man's smirk widened.

"I hope you don't mind a little rain."

…So that's why they called him the Storm Emperor.

The sky was pitch black, lightning crackling overhead.

Rain poured down in thick sheets, turning the track into a slippery death trap.

Ren sat in his car, fingers tightening on the wheel.

This was insane.

No normal racer would even dare attempt this.

But Raiden…

He thrived in it.

Ren's HUD flashed.

[Opponent Skill Detected: Thunder Veil]

[Analyzing… Converting…]

[New Skill Acquired: Tempest Reflex]

Ren's eyes widened.

Tempest Reflex—Enhanced reaction speed in storm conditions.

His cheat ability had adapted instantly.

A sharp beep.

[3…]

Raiden's car hummed with power.

[2…]

Ren's heartbeat synced with the countdown.

[1…]

Lightning split the sky.

[GO!]

Both cars launched forward.