CHAPTER 1- A New Purpose.

I looked at the empty plate on the floor. Empty... like my whole being at this moment.

"I'm hungry."

Very hungry... I... don't know what to do with my life... What do I do now? I lost everything... I lost the person I loved the most... And I don't know if I can move on with my life.

My grandmother is the person I love the most in my life. She raised me, gave me a home, food, love... Thanks to her, I am the person I am now. A kind, polite, and respectful guy to everyone. She taught me never to use bad words. She taught me to respect people's lives. She taught me to be empathetic. She taught me what is right and what is not... She taught me to be a good human being. Thanks to my grandmother, I am what I am now. Without her, I would not be happy... My grades are almost perfect. My grandmother worked all day to pay for my school and feed me. Despite being poor, I never lacked food. My grandmother raised me without anyone's help. She fed me, clothed me, and educated me without anyone's help. We never received government aid. Despite my excellent grades, I could never get a scholarship... But, even though we were very poor, we were happy.

"Happy... Grandma, you made me very happy, I will always be grateful to you... But... were you happy?"

I don't know... You never treated me badly... I never saw you angry... You were always so cheerful and smiling... Were you really happy, or were you pretending to be happy so as not to worry me? Despite your advanced age, you worked all day to bring food home... Did you enjoy your life?

"Or did I ruin your life?"

I'm scared to think that you couldn't enjoy your old age because you had to support me... A woman your age should have been at home resting, not working... I... ruined your life.

"I'm sorry, Grandma... Forgive me."

I always tried to be a perfect boy. I wanted my grandmother to be proud of me, but... now that she's gone, it's not worth trying anymore... First, I lost my parents, and now I lost the person I loved the most. I lost my grandmother... Is it worth being alive?

Debts accumulate... We have always been poor, so we have no savings... I... I don't know what to do.

I have no money, no job... I have nothing to sell... I have nothing.

... What if I become a **********?

"No... No..."

I shouldn't do it... My grandmother would be disappointed in me if I worked in something so dangerous and indecent.

Besides... why stay alive? Life doesn't make sense anymore.

"Grandma... I don't know if I can go on without you... I... I don't know what to do with my life."

I put my grandmother's picture on an altar... or an attempted altar... I don't have money to buy a frame... I put some flowers that I stole from the park on the altar... I stole flowers from a park... I don't even have money for flowers... I'm sorry, Grandma... I'm so sorry.

"Forgive me... You deserve better... But I'm not capable of getting it."

I'm sorry for being useless, Grandma. I'm sorry for being so weak... Forgive me.

I know I have to move on, that's what you would want, but... no... I don't want to.

Why did I study so hard? So you would be proud of me.

Why was I still alive? Because I wanted to stay by your side.

... I... Did I not enjoy life?

I don't know... I have Sonia, my girlfriend. I have my best friend, Cris... I still have important people in my life, but... it's not the same... I lost the only reason I worked hard for... I lost it forever.

I was only happy when I was with my grandma... I was also happy with Sonia and Cris, but... it didn't feel the same... Is this depression? Maybe... But one thing I'm sure of... I don't want to keep feeling like this.

Without family... Without money... Is it worth staying alive? I still have my girlfriend and my best friend, but my presence would only bring them problems. I don't want to be a burden to them. I don't want them to feel sorry for me... I don't want to bother them with my presence.

I don't want strangers to have to support me... I don't want to receive pity from people... I don't want to.

"Grandma... Thank you for everything..."

... Tears...? Tears...

I can't help but cry... Grandma... I don't know what to do... I don't know.

I don't want to receive pity from people. I don't want to be a nuisance.

... I'm starving... I was rejected from all jobs... And they only offered me a job cleaning houses...

"But I can't take those jobs.... I don't want "it" to happen again.... I don't want them to try to rape me again.... I don't want to be touched... I don't want to, I don't want to."

My body won't stop trembling... No... No, no, no... Don't remember anything, Daniel... Don't...

... Grandma, I think I hate my life without you... The sexual harassment, the rape attempts... The rape... The bullying at school. The teasing for being poor... Grandma, you were the light in my dark life.

Sonia, Cris, I'm sorry, but you are just matches in this deep and dark cave called life, and my grandmother was the sun.

I can't live my life without her.

"Grandma... I'll miss you so much."

I don't know if paradise exists... I don't believe in God, but... If it does, I hope to see you again in that place.

Thank you for everything. Sorry for so little... I hope you're resting in peace, grandma... I love you... And I will always love you. In this life and any other.

Goodbye, grandma... I hope to see you again... And I suspect it will be very soon.

I don't want to live without you... I don't know how to live without you.

"Daniel..."

That voice... I was so distracted crying and thinking about my problems that I didn't realize he came in.

I turned to my left... It's Cris, my best friend... My only friend. Sonia is also my friend, but she's my girlfriend... Oh, I'm so stressed that I don't know what I'm thinking.

Sonia, the girl I've been in love with since we were kids.

Cris, Sonia and I have been friends since elementary school.

Sonia is the only girl I've ever loved, I'm so lucky to have her by my side. The only reason I'm still alive and haven't committed suicide is because I still have my best friends by my side. Even though they're matches in this deep cave, they're still important in my life.

Especially Sonia, the girl of my dreams. The only girl who fell in love with me for my personality and not my appearance. The love of my life. If I manage to move on with my life, I want to start a family with her.

"Sorry for coming in without permission, Daniel. Did I come at a bad time? I'm sorry, but I want to talk to you about something important."

"Don't worry... Hi, Cris... I would offer you something, but I have nothing... Nothing..."

Not even food... I'm starving, but I don't want others to pity me.

I feel like my stomach is eating itself. Fortunately, I'm not dehydrated, because I drank water from a public restroom sink... Water from a public restroom... I've fallen so low.

I don't have gas. I don't have water... Not even electricity... I have nothing... Nothing! I'm useless without my grandmother... Useless and unable to stand on my own.

I hate this... I hate it... I hate it, I hate it, I hate it! I don't think I can endure my situation any longer.

Sonia, I want to see you, but I haven't bathed in days... I don't want you to see me in this state... You deserve someone much better than me.

... I think I'll break up with her. I love her, but I don't want to embarrass her. I don't want her to be known as the girlfriend of a disgusting bum like me, who doesn't bathe.

It will hurt me, but it's for her own good.

"... Daniel, we need to talk... I was debating whether to tell you or not, but I decided to tell you... You deserve to know the truth... We can't talk here. Let's go to a quieter place with fresh air."

"Yes... Yes, of course."

I hope it's not more bad news. My heart can't take it.

Cris, you look too serious... Please don't be more bad news.

Humans against demons.

CHAPTER 1- A New Purpose.

My name is Daniel and I'll tell you a bit about myself. I have black hair, a bit long as I avoid cutting it for months, mainly to save money. My eyes are light brown and I'm not very muscular, just thin (mainly because even though I eat every day, I eat very little so that the food lasts longer).

What stands out the most about me? Well... Ah... I'm a somewhat good-looking guy, but I really don't care, in fact, it bothers me, as it has caused me many problems in my life. At school, other boys always tease and hit me, mainly out of envy, or because their girlfriends try to flirt with me. But I almost never defend myself, I don't want to cause problems for my grandmother, I only defend myself when they really make me angry.

I don't defend myself most of the time because I'm afraid of getting into trouble with dangerous people. I'm poor, after all. It's easy to kill or kidnap a person as poor as me, who lives in a dangerous and shady area of the city.

My grandmother and I live together, she's the only relative I have... We're very poor, but at least we managed to survive and be happy together... Although everything changed... I lost her forever.

My grandmother died recently. Her heart stopped working and she died of a heart attack. They couldn't save her.

Her death affected me too much. She was the only relative I had... Now I'm alone... And I realized how useless I am. I don't know how to move forward on my own... I don't know what I'll do with my life.

I sold some of my few things to pay for the funeral, but I don't care. As long as I can give her a dignified burial, I don't mind having to sell my things.

I have several problems on my mind and I don't know what to do... How will I live? Will I be able to support myself...? I try to get a job, but no one hires me.

I was rejected for all jobs... I hate this... I hate it.

Ah... I really don't know what to do with my life.

"So, what did you want to tell me?"

At this moment, I'm standing in front of my best friend, he said he wanted to tell me something important. We met in a park.

The atmosphere became very uncomfortable. He looks at me with... pity... He pities me...

I hate that look, but it's the only one he can give me right now. I'm disgusting right now, even I know that.

I don't want to be pitied.

"I'm sorry, Daniel."

Ah... I hope it's not bad news... huh?

"..."

He showed me a photo on his phone... A photo, that finished breaking my heart.

It's a photo of my girlfriend, kissing another guy. My heart breaks when I see the photo... She's cheating on me... The love of my life, is cheating on me.

She was one of my few reasons to keep going in life... No... She was the only reason I had... I... I... I don't know how to react... Why? Why did she do this to me?

I loved her, and I thought she loved me too.

I thought our relationship was working... I know I had planned to break up with her recently, but...

Why did she do this to me?

Why with that idiot?

Why did she cheat on me?

... Tears...? Again... But I can't help crying. The girl I've loved for so many years is cheating on me with another guy.

Honestly, I don't know how to feel about it. Should I be angry, sad, or disappointed? I think what I feel is a mix of those feelings inside me.

Sonia is cheating on me... The girl I love is cheating on me...

"Sonia..."

"I'm sorry, I know what you're going through, but I can't let my sister fool you... I'm sorry, if you need help, you can count on my help and my family's, and you know that."

When my grandmother died, Cris's family, my best friend, offered to help me, but I refused their help. I don't want to be a bother.

... Sonia is cheating on me... Well... Ah... Yes, I suppose nothing matters anymore. It's not worth giving importance to that issue right now.

She cheated on me, that can't change. What's done is done. The healthiest thing would be to simply end my relationship with her and move on... But now that Sonia has cheated on me, I officially have nothing important in my life.

What's the point of living a gray and empty life? I've been deceived.

I thought Sonia loved me. I thought she fell in love with me for being Daniel and not just for being a pretty face... But I guess she didn't fall in love with Daniel, she fell in love with the pretty face.

Falling in love with someone for their physical appearance isn't love, it's just sexual attraction. But falling in love with someone for who they are, their personalities, that's romantic love.

I thought Sonia had fallen in love with me for who I am and my feelings... I was stupid to believe that was possible.

Life has treated me like garbage. The only good things I had were my grandmother and my friends. But now, my grandmother is dead, Sonia cheated on me, and Cris pities me.

My life has become complete garbage. And what do you do with garbage? You discard it.

"Yes... But I don't want to bother your family... I'll be fine... Thank you for telling me, you'll always be my best friend... I-I have to go... I need to rest."

"Yes, I understand."

"And... Well... You tell Sonia that we're over, and she should never speak to me again. It's extreme, but I don't think I can talk to her again."

"I agree with your decision. Knowing you, I was prepared to punch you if you planned on forgiving her. She may be my sister, but infidelity is never forgiven."

"Yes, I know... Goodbye, Cris... And thank you for everything... Thank you..."

I approached him and hugged him tightly.

"Daniel?"

"Thank you for everything, Cris... Thank you for being friends with someone like me."

"Daniel..."

"I have to go... Goodbye."

I walk away and start crying even more than before. That really affected me... My heart hurts... And a lot... I really loved her. I loved her too much. I thought I would marry her. I wanted her to be the mother of my children... But I guess she didn't love me.

We should have never been together... I am doomed to not be genuinely loved... I'll say goodbye to this love thing. I doubt I'll ever fall in love again.

I want to end my suffering... I don't want to live anymore.

I'm sorry, grandma... What I'm going to do is very cowardly, but I really can't stand it... You died, I can't find a job, I don't have money to buy food, and now Sonia is cheating on me... I know you'll be disappointed in me and I'm sorry, but... I've decided to commit suicide... I'll see you soon, grandma.

"It's not worth living anymore."

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Ah... I'm ready now.

I climb onto a chair and put a rope around my neck. I made a hole in the ceiling and tied the rope to a corner of the ceiling.

I'm in my room that I shared with my grandmother. There are no furniture, only blankets on the ground that I use as a bed. The floor is dirt and the walls are not painted... Yes, that's how I lived. It was uncomfortable, but I never complained. I was happy being next to my grandmother.

But now that I've lost her, I realized the shortcomings in my life. I can't live like this, and I don't mean the state of my home, I mean my mental state. The stress, the pain, the sadness... I can't keep enduring so much pain.

We have never had enough money to improve the house... And I sold the few things I had.

I'm useless, I know... I know.

"I'm sorry, grandma... I really can't take it anymore... That's why I'll put an end to my suffering."

I'm about to hang myself, the rope is around my neck and I'm ready to jump.

I will die... I will die for good... If I didn't want to die, I would have regretted it already, but I don't want to keep living... I want to be dead.

It's not worth it to keep living. I'm sure my life will never be good, I will always be suffering. The only reason I was happy was because I had my grandmother. Attempts of rape, a rape, bullying, sexual harassment, false accusations... I have suffered from everything, and I'm sure I will suffer more in the future... It's better to spare myself that suffering and die once and for all.

"I've always been a good person... If there was a God, He would be compassionate with me and help me. I have no one left, I have no reason to live."

God, God, God... I was never religious, because God never helped me. Every time I was saved from being raped, it was because I saved myself. God has nothing to do with it.

But my grandmother was very religious... Just for that reason, I have hope that God exists and will allow me to reunite with her.

I am about to jump off the chair and I smile, while tears come out of my eyes. I will die, definitely die. There is no turning back.

I am happy and sad... I will die, but soon I will see my grandmother again... I have never been religious, but I hope that paradise exists. I want to see my grandmother again. I want to see my parents. Meet my mother... I want to reunite with my family, I don't want to be alone anymore.

"This will end soon."

One... Two... And three.

I jump... I jumped... I will suffer a little, but it will all end. I hope they don't take long to find my body.

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It's taking too long for death to come. I don't even feel any pain.

Something strange is happening... Huh? What?!

I can't move, I'm floating in the air! What's going on?! Is this what dying feels like?

"Hey? Why can't I move?" I said scared and nervous about this unreal situation.

This is too weird. Am I going crazy?

"Wait, wait! Don't do it!"

Suddenly I hear a voice that isn't mine... It's the voice of an old man... I don't recognize that voice. Am I really hallucinating from dying of suffocation?

Well, it's not like I'm complaining. If hallucinating avoids the pain, continuing to hallucinate isn't so bad.

"Did you really try to commit suicide?! I thought you would regret it!"

Oh... Hearing that voice made me very scared and I turned pale. I heard it as if someone was in front of me. I admit that this hallucinating is no longer so pleasant, I think I prefer to suffer a little.

Uwaaaah! I've gone crazy! Please, life, let me die in peace!

"Who said that?!" I said scared... No... Terrified.

I'm not afraid of you, hallucinations...! Huh? And who is that?

An old man appeared out of nowhere in front of me. The old man is wearing a completely white suit, he is bald and his eyes are completely white and bright... That old man is so strange. Is he some kind of angel coming for my soul?

... Ah... Yes, I've gone crazy.

"Hello, Daniel," he said smiling.

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What the hell just happened?! An old man appeared out of nowhere in front of me! This is too weird! I must have gone crazy. Why can't I have a more normal death?!

"Who are you? And why can't I move?" I said, scared.

This is too weird to be a simple hallucination. It must be an angel who is going to punish me for committing suicide! Ahhhhhhhh! Suicide really turned out to be punished by God! Forgive me, grandma!

"You can believe me or not, but I am God."

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Eh?

"Did you hear me? Don't be silent. As I told you before, I am God. It's a pleasure to meet you."

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Eh? God? Did I hear correctly? He said he was God?

"... God?!"

"That's right. Daniel, I've been observing you for a long time. You are someone with a pure heart, something rare among humans... Well, your pure heart is a perfect combination of a normal pure heart and a beautiful soul... You are something very rare."

Eh? Pure of heart? I've read stories about it, but I didn't know it was true... I have a feeling he's telling the truth, but this is too weird.

I would say I'm hallucinating, but this feels so real that I don't think it's just a hallucination."

"P-pure of heart?" I said, confused.

This situation is so strange. Is he really God?

"You are a very good person, perfect for a job I want you to do."

Job? Is he asking for my help? But why me?

I never imagined God would give me a job. Did he pity me? Well, as long as he pays me, I'll accept the job. I can't refuse God, my grandmother would never forgive me.

"And... me?"

"Yes, you."

He's smiling... He seems like a friendly person. His smile doesn't seem fake.

If he's God, why doesn't he do it himself? He could easily finish the job... Well, after all, he's a God. He can do anything.

"Why me? Why don't you do it?"

"My job is to observe and not interfere, but something very bad is happening in world 1 that needs to be solved."

Observe and not interfere, huh? Well, that would explain why he never helped me. My grandmother taught me to be empathetic to others. I admit I felt a bit of resentment towards God for giving me such a painful life, but now that I know he couldn't interfere, I must forget that unnecessary resentment. God is not to blame, I just had bad luck.

... Wait... World 1?

Are there more worlds? Is it an alternate world?

I've heard about it, but I never imagined it could be real.

More worlds... Will there be a world with only women? Will there be a world with animals that can reason and talk? Or are they worlds the same as this one?

Well, whatever it is, it sounds great! Alternate worlds... Cool.

"World 1?"

"It's a parallel world. Let's say there are many worlds. Your world is number 15."

Number 15, huh? That means there are 14 worlds below mine. Does the number simply serve to differentiate us or does it reflect the importance or advancement of the world?

Well, that's not important right now.

Hearing that God needs me is something I never thought I'd hear, but I don't think I could do it. I'm useless... I feel useless. There must be millions of better options than me.

"But I..."

"I know you think your life is ruined, but you can overcome it. So, you can help me with the job or commit suicide. Consider that if you help me, you could save many worlds, you could be a hero."

... A hero?

Me? Could I be a hero? Those words... For some reason, I don't feel as depressed as before... Could it be that all I needed was a purpose in life?

Is God giving me a reason to keep living?

Before, I lived my life just to please my grandmother. She didn't ask me to, but I did it so she could see that her effort was not in vain. I spent my time studying to be a good student so that my grandmother would be proud of me, sacrificing my free time.

I lived my life with the sole purpose of making my grandmother proud and happy, but now that she's no longer with me, I feel like my life has no purpose anymore.

But now God is giving me a mission, a goal, a purpose. God needs me... Someone needs me... Someone considers me useful.

"Am I... a hero?"

"You're someone special, that's why I need you."

Special...? Me? Are you saying that to make me feel better or am I really special? It would be too egocentric of me to believe that I'm really special. He must have said it just to make me feel better... I think.

God extends his right hand to me, while smiling at me.

The hand of God... Literally.

This situation is so strange, but... relaxing.

I don't know what's going on, I don't know what God really wants from me, but it makes me feel like I have a purpose in this life.

"Do you accept?"

Being a hero sounds great, and God himself is choosing me to do the job. It's something I shouldn't refuse... No, I can't refuse.

God, among millions of people, chose me. I don't know if I'm hallucinating or if I fell into a coma and I'm dreaming, but I don't care, I'll go along with it even if it's just a simple dream.

"I guess I can't refuse God. I'll do it," I said with a nervous smile.

I have to smile at God to show him that I trust him and his words, but my nervousness betrays me. After all, who wouldn't be nervous in this strange situation?

God raised his hand and caressed my head. It feels good. It's a pleasant feeling.

I would feel strange if an old man I barely know caressed my head, but this old man is God, a kind being. I shouldn't distrust him.

"You've made the right decision."

... Huh? What?!

Everything around me started spinning! Am I in a whirlwind?! What's happening?!

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After God and Daniel disappeared out of nowhere, small rays began to emerge from the rope. Why? Due to the direct contact with the magic of a God.

And that small mistake would bring consequences.

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(Pov- Daniel.)

"What?! What's happening?!"- I say, scared.

Why am I in a whirlwind?! Uwaaaah! I feel like my heart is about to come out of my mouth! I think I'm going to throw up!

And God seems pretty relaxed. Wow, he can stand as if nothing's happening. He really is a divine being.

"We've arrived," said God.

"Uwaaaah!"

Suddenly, we appear in a forest. I try not to throw up and calm down. That trip was pretty weird.

I still want to throw up, but throwing up in front of God would be rude of me. Plus, what would I even throw up? I have nothing in my stomach.

Will I find fruits in this forest?

"Welcome to world 1, the world of magic and adventurers."

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Did I hear correctly? Yes, I definitely heard correctly... Magic and adventurers?! What kind of mess have I gotten myself into?!

I thought all worlds would be similar to mine, but in this world, magic exists!

"Magic?" I said confused.

"In the different existing worlds, there are always different things. In this world, there is magic, in world 3 there are psychic powers, and in your world, there is technology."

Different things... Wow... So, is there a possibility that there is a world where dogs rule? The universe turned out to be more incredible than I imagined.

I observe everything around me amazed. Am I really in another world? Great... For some reason, I don't feel depressed... This is what I needed, to feel useful... My grandmother would be proud of me for helping God.

... Well... Although I have the theory that I tried to commit suicide, someone rescued me, but the lack of oxygen in my brain caused me to go into a coma. I'm dreaming this... Or that's my theory... But...

I stroke my hands and touch the ground... Everything feels so real... I'll ignore the theory and believe that this is real.

"Incredible, I'm in another world... What should I do?"

"This world is in danger because some demons have appeared. These demons have incredible magical powers. Magic powers more powerful than that of any human in this world. And that's not the worst part. According to my calculations, in about three or four years, a demon will appear so powerful that it will destroy this world. If this world disappears, the others will too."

I suppose this world is the basis for the others to exist. If this world disappears, all will disappear, huh?

That sounds pretty bad... He is God, he can easily eliminate the demons. Why does he ask for help from a guy like me? It doesn't make logical sense.

"Why don't you stop it? You're God."

"My job is to observe and not interfere. Only in emergency cases like this, do I interfere as little as possible."

"But you're God, you can interfere if you want, right?"

"Living beings must solve their own problems. They must survive without depending on others. I only give them a little help and that's it."

Living beings? What a strange way to call living beings.

God's words are sincere, I sense it... I still have too many doubts in my mind. I'm no longer depressed, but I'm confused.

But I still wonder why I was chosen for this mission. It's probably because, as in my dream, I am the protagonist of this story. The theory that I am in a coma and dreaming this would answer that question, but I better ignore that theory and continue to believe that this is really happening.

"I understand, but... why me?"

"There are 63 existing worlds. In those worlds, I investigated people like you, pure of heart. And you were chosen. By the way, in your world, there are more people with pure hearts than in other worlds."

I was chosen... Out of the millions of people that exist, I was chosen... To be honest, that makes me very happy.

"Am I the purest?"

A too egocentric question, but I want to get the answer. Why did I end up being chosen?

"No, just when I saw your life and saw how you were getting depressed, something inside me told me that I had to give you a reason to live... Although you also have something very special inside you. Your soul is very beautiful, so you are perfect to help me."

Beautiful? I suppose that's good. I don't know what it means for my soul to be beautiful, but I suppose it refers to me being a good person. Thank you, God, it's thanks to my grandmother. She taught me to be a good and empathetic person.

"Well, well... Thank you."

"Take this."

A black fingerless glove and a pink phone appear out of nowhere in front of me.

A glove, huh? Will it be useful or is it my work uniform? I think the phone will serve me to communicate with God or something like that.

"The glove allows you to use all types of magic, and the phone will serve as a map and other functions that you will discover later on."

Wow, they turned out to be much more interesting items than I thought.

I take the glove and put it on my right hand. It's very comfortable to use, it's like I'm not wearing anything. Plus, I think I look great with it. It matches my style.

"It's comfortable."

"That's good because you won't be able to take it off."

"Huh?"

I try to take off the glove, but it won't come off... It's stuck... It doesn't bother me much, but it's weird.

Why did he make me wear this glove all the time? I won't even be able to take it off when I shower.

"Why?"

"It's dangerous for it to be stolen from you."

That makes sense. This item is too dangerous. If it falls into the wrong hands, I don't know what could happen. I don't want people to suffer because of my mistakes.

I must keep this glove a secret.

"Well, well... I see... Okay."

I take the phone... Wow, it's cute. And it's pink, like my favorite color. God knows me very well... Should I be afraid of that? No, it's God, he knows us all... Although that sounds pretty disturbing.

Leaving that aside, I always wanted a phone like this... My first smart cell phone... Great.

I've never had a TV or a phone. I always did my homework at Chris's house because he had a computer and internet.

"A phone without buttons... I've always wanted to have a modern phone... Thank you, God," I said smiling, so he would know how grateful I am to him.

"Don't worry. Well, let's continue."

God touches my chest with his right hand, and a light comes out of his hand. Divine light? Divine power? Whatever it is, it feels weird. It's like a tingling sensation.

"Now you have the power to revive. You can only revive twice."

The power to revive... I think this world is more dangerous than I imagined. I must be careful.

I won't let my guard down.

God touches my forehead with his left hand, and a light comes out of his hand.

"Now you have a great memory, perfect for learning thousands of spells."

Great, it's a big help. Although I could also write down the spells on my phone, memorizing them would be even better.

I wonder if the magic God gave me allows me to use magic easily or if I will have to train.

"Is that all?"

"Yes, see you later."

Huh? Is that it? Is there nothing else? I need more information.

"Wait... What should I do now?"

"Investigate how to use magic, defeat all the demons you can, and most importantly, defeat the demon that will destroy the world."

God disappears and I sigh... Well, my job begins... To defeat means to kill... That scares me, but I must do it... I must become a killer... It's for the good of the world. Even a pacifist like me knows that it's necessary... I will become a killer... I will do it for God.

This situation scares me a lot, but I must do it, God trusts me, and I won't disappoint Him.

He gave me an extremely complicated and almost impossible mission, but I must try to fulfill it. I won't lie saying that I will accomplish it, because I know I'm not sure I can. I'm not afraid of dying either, after all, I gave up my life when I attempted suicide.

I will give this new life to God and my mission. I don't mind dying as long as I can fulfill my mission or at least die trying.

God gave me a new purpose in life, and I will pay Him back even with my life.

"Wow, okay... I guess I should... huh?!"

Where is that sound coming from...?! Ah. Oh... I received a call, and that scared me.

It caught me off guard. I'm not used to this.

"Ah, my heart almost stopped."

I'm in an unknown world, I don't know the dangers here. I must stay alert.

I see the phone to know who is calling, and the contact is named "God."

I answer and put the phone to my right ear.

"H-hello?"

"I forgot to tell you something very important. In that world, you can be rude, enjoy your life. Being pure-hearted is good, but don't take it so seriously, have fun."

... I feel some ulterior motive behind those words.

Be rude... Yes... I understand.

"Wow, okay... All right, I suppose."

"And remember this, you're very good, but don't be too good. In your adventure, you will have to face demons, evil adventurers, monsters, and other evil beings. You must keep in mind that you will have to kill them. Don't let your goodness affect you."

Yes, I know... I will become a killer... Will I be capable of killing? I guess I'll find out soon.

I'm a pacifist, I've always avoided violence, but now it's inevitable. I won't go through life with the mentality that everything can be resolved through dialogue. If I go with that mentality, I won't last long.

I'm not naive, I won't take this lightly.

"Wow, okay. All right, I guess if you say so, I suppose I have to do it."

"Thank you."

He hangs up, and I look around nervously... All right... I guess I should go to a city or town first. Will they ask for documents to enter? I hope not. I have no money or documents. Besides, I also stink. I look like a vagabond.

Ah... I don't exactly know what to do.

"Now... Well, I suppose I should go to a town... Huh?"

I received another call, and I answer. I guess he has more information for me.

"That's the last thing I forgot. The clothes you're wearing are not normal in that world. I'll give you new clothes."

Oh, that's what I needed. My clothes stink.

My clothes disappear, and they're replaced with new and elegant clothes. Now I'm wearing a black suit with a green tie... Is it really normal? I don't think so.

"Is this clothing normal here? I look like a businessman."

"It's normal for nobles and royalty, they're the ones who best control magic. Try to get in touch with them and learn all the spells you can. Goodbye."

I hang up and look at my new clothes... Is it really normal for nobles? At least they smell good.

Nobles and royalty... A monarchy... Ah, that means I could encounter corrupt people. I must be mentally prepared to see anything, like slaves, prostitutes, deaths, blood... This world is wild, and I must be prepared for it not to affect me.

"I feel uncomfortable in these clothes..."

I look at my phone with a serious expression, erasing any trace of discomfort and doubt.

I must take my job seriously... This is not a game... I will not disappoint God.

"Alright, the phone will serve as my map."

I search for the map app and open it. The places have names, which makes it easier for me to locate them. I'm in a small forest, in the middle of nowhere. What prevails in this country are green places, like valleys and forests. A green country, huh? Ecologists' paradise.

"Mmm... I'm in... the forest of death...? What a name."

I hope it doesn't live up to its name. I'm defenseless at the moment.

I take a closer look at the map... After searching for a few seconds, I found a town near this place. It's quite big, almost a city. Almost, because it's not quite enough. It's a town.

"Central Town 1. It's close by. I'll go to the town and investigate the place."

First step: investigation.

Knowing the place and my enemies is paramount before acting.

"Let's go."

I start walking. My new life has just begun.

I'll say goodbye to my old life. Goodbye, Cris. Goodbye, Diana. Goodbye, Robert... Mmm... No, I won't miss Sonia.

I don't know what the future holds, but I'm very optimistic about it.

•

•

After walking for minutes, I arrived at the village. Fortunately, they didn't ask me for documents or anything like that to enter, I just walked in. It doesn't have walls, so I don't think this village suffers attacks from monsters.

Oh. I see many people with armor, weapons, and various beautiful girls. Exaggeratedly beautiful and erotic. Wow. They really like to show skin. I would feel nervous at such a sight, but I am so amazed to be in a magical world that I don't have time to feel nervous about it.

The village is huge, there are several food and fruit stalls. There are also stalls where they sell jewelry and weapons... A typical and cliché medieval village.

It even smells bad. Do people bathe every day? I doubt it. No offense, but this place looks quite... wild.

"Do you smell that, Daniel? Clichés from an isekai story... Will I be the protagonist or an important secondary character? Maybe I'll be a filler character... I'll discover my role over time."

God sent me, but I won't be egotistical. I must always be prepared for any surprises, including being a simple filler character.

The village is really cute and interesting. People look friendly. I thought it would be more savage or violent, but it's very nice.

"Great. The place looks very cute," I said as I walked among the people.

Oh, wow.

I see a sign on the door of a house, the writing is very strange, they are like numbers, but a little different. It's hard to explain... One of the letters looks like the number 2, but with two small circles in the middle.

Should I learn their writing and language? Well, God gave me a great memory, I don't think I'll have any problems learning at least the basics.

"Although I can't read, their writing is very different from mine... Will I understand their language...? God didn't say anything about it."

I need to get some answers.

I concentrate and listen to several voices around me.

"Sandro? Did he really do that?" said a girl.

"It's incredible!" said a girl, excited.

Girls talking about someone named Sandro. Yes, I understand the language.

I sigh with relief. I won't have any problems communicating with others. That will save me a lot of time and effort.

"They speak the same language as me... I guess I have to find people who know how to use magic, to teach me how to use it."

I hope they don't charge me, and if they do, I'll have to get a job.

Mmm... Where will I find the people I need? I guess asking around would help.

I see someone in a black armor walking and I approach him. He's wearing armor, he must know what I want to find.

"Excuse me, do you know where the people who know magic gather?"

"People who know magic? I guess you want to go to the Adventurer's Guild. It's that place with that blue flag."

Oh, an adventurer's guild. That's what I need.

He extends his index finger and points to the guild. The guild is a four-story building... It looks cute, as it's painted black. It's small, but I guess it's not the main guild of this country.

The man's voice is very thick and sounds somewhat strange. Being close to him, I can feel some heat. A true adventurer... Great! If I weren't busy, I'd ask him for an autograph.

"Thank you very much, sir. I appreciate it."

I'm heading towards the guild... Okay... They speak the same language as me... I won't have communication problems.

"They speak the same language as me, but their writing is different... Why?"

Maybe God has something to do with this. Maybe he gave me the ability to understand the language as if it were mine or something like that.

... Hmm... There's something bothering me.

I can tell that many people are staring at me strangely as I walk.

Have they realized that I'm not from this place? Do I look like a tourist?

I'm used to women staring at me, but this is weirder.

"Do I look weird?"

I hope I'm not bothering the people in this town. The fewer enemies I have, the better.

Okay, I'm standing in front of the guild. Okay, Daniel, don't be afraid. I know you're in an unknown place, but don't worry, you have God on your side. Don't be afraid and go in.

I took a deep breath and sighed... Alright... I'm ready.

I enter the guild and look around. More than a guild, it looks like a bar.

There are tables where adventurers eat and drink together. I guess it's also a restaurant.

There are adventurers who look very strong because of their huge muscles... Oh... Most of the adventurers turn to look at me and watch me with expressions of hate.

Why do they see me like that? Do I look like a bad person?

Their looks make me nervous... Why do they hate me? They barely know me.

Could they be xenophobic and hate me for being different? No, we're not different, we're similar humans. It's impossible for them to know that I'm not from this country. Could it be because of my clothes? I doubt it. God gave me clothes, I don't think he would have given them to me if they were going to cause problems. There must be another reason.

"W-wow. I-I think they don't like me."

It's better to investigate as quickly as possible, I don't want to have problems with anyone.

I see a girl sitting at a desk... Oh, she's so beautiful. The girl has long red hair and red eyes. She wears a red dress and has a red ribbon around her neck. Too much red. Next to the girl there are 5 other women, sitting at desks. I think they are guild employees.

This world is very different from mine, and I don't just mean the existence of magic, but also hair color.

Now that I think about it, the people in this world are very different from those in my world.

I look around and see people with hair of different colors. There are adventurers with white, red, green, etc. hair.

"Am I the only one with black hair?"

That would explain why they hate me. Are people with black hair looked down upon?

Better not to dwell on that, I have a more important matter to resolve.

I approach the girl, who I assume is a guild employee.

"Excuse me, miss, I'm looking for people who know magic."

My question confused her a bit, I can tell because she looked at me in silence for a few seconds, as if she were analyzing my question.

"Eh...? People who know magic?" She said, while looking at me with a confused expression.

Yes, she's definitely confused.

The girl is looking at me too much with that expression. I feel like an idiot.

I couldn't help but get nervous... Did I say something weird?

"Y-yes, people who know magic, please."

"All the adventurers here know how to use magic," she said, with a small laugh.

I laugh nervously... Yes, I figured... I think I look like a fool.

I thought it would be a cliché world where few people are capable of using magic.

"Well, well... I see..."

"Do you want to register or do you want to request the services of an adventurer?"

To register... I think I need money for that... That's right... I don't have any money! I need money to survive... What should I do?

I promised to do what it takes to accomplish my mission, but I don't know if I'm capable of selling my body just to get money.

If the curse of not being able to find a job still holds true in this world, I must resort to selling my body to survive.

I hope I don't reach that extreme.

"I don't have any money to register, but thank you."

I smile to show my gratitude. I must not behave rudely to anyone in this place. One mistake and I'm a dead man.

... That expression on her... That girl is looking at me with a blush on her face... Ahhhhhhhh! I forgot about the effect I have on women!

"I-if you don't have any money, we'll charge you through work, don't worry."

Oh, they're offering me work to pay for the registration.

I think I can accept it... Yes, I'll accept it. I need the money to survive in this world, and a job wouldn't hurt.

I need to feed myself to have enough energy to keep going.

"Then I'll go register. Thank you."

I hope the registration doesn't require official documents from the country, I'm an illegal in this country.

"Please, could you tell me what type of magic you have?"

Mmm... A classic question.

Ay... I don't like to lie, besides she has magic, she can probably detect lies. If she finds out I'm lying, they won't give me the job... I must tell the truth.

Besides, I promised my grandmother to always tell the truth, and I'm not going to break my promise.

"I suppose I have all types of magic."

"What?!"

The girl stood up surprised... Did I say something so strange?

"Having all types of magic?!" She said, with a tone of surprise.

All the adventurers are staring at me... Is that weird? If so, I wonder how weird it is.

"Is it weird to have all types of magic?"

"No one can have all types of magic, it's impossible!"

No one? Well, well... God gave me something great.

"Impossible?"

"Please, put your hand on this sphere!"

On the desk there's a crystal sphere... I suppose it measures my magical power.

Ah, I knew lying would be bad. Thank you for teaching me to never lie, grandmother.

Anyway, they were going to discover my types of magic with this sphere.

I'm confused, but I decide to obey her.

"Which hand?"

"Whichever, it doesn't matter!"

I put my right hand on the sphere.

"Please wait!"

I'm a rare existence in this world, eh?

Ah, I suspect that will bring me problems.

A minute passes and, out of nowhere, a card comes out of the sphere and the girl takes it.

Wow, a sphere that creates cards. Does it include my personal information and my magical attributes?

"Daniel Conde. Age, 16 years old. Types of magic..."

The girl's eyes widen. Uwaaaah! That scared me!

Isn't she exaggerating?!

"All of them?!" she shouted, surprised and scared.

"All of them?!" the adventurers around me shouted afterwards.

Everyone screams and stares at me. The faces of the adventurers change; before they looked at me with hatred, now they observe me with fear.

I don't know if it's a good or bad thing that they fear me, but I suppose it's good. I prefer that they fear me rather than hate me.

"I guess that's good," I said, nervously smiling.

"But it's impossible! How can you achieve that?!" the girl exclaimed, confused.

"The thing is that..."

I receive a call. Is it God again? Did he forget something?

"What's that sound?" the girl asks, confused.

"Excuse me," I say as I take out my phone.

Everyone looks at me strangely. I guess phones don't exist here. I'm in a typical magical world without technology. Cliché.

I suppose phones don't exist in this world.

I answer the call and put the phone to my right ear.

"Hello? Is something wrong?"

"You are forbidden from telling anyone what's happening. Make something up, but don't say I sent you, let alone anything about the demon that will destroy the world."

Well, keeping that secret will be a little easy. I just have to avoid talking about it.

I don't want to lie; my grandmother didn't raise a liar. I'll only lie when it's really necessary.

"Okay, don't worry," I say before hanging up and putting my phone in my pocket.

Ah... Well...

"What did I say?" I ask the girl, looking her in the eyes.

Looking people in the eyes is something my grandmother taught me because it shows confidence, although I feel uncomfortable when she looks at me with fear.

"What is that?" she asks, still confused.

Phones don't exist here... I have two theories.

The first: In a world with magic, technology cannot exist.

The second: It's a simple coincidence.

Digging too much into the lack of technology won't do me any good except satisfy my curiosity, so I'll only investigate when I have free time. The main thing is to investigate demons and magic in general... Magic... Oh, grandmother, what mess have I gotten myself into?

"It's a phone."

"A phone?"

"I can't say anything else, I'm sorry. Is the registration finished?"

"Y-yes. Welcome to the 'Golden Dragon' guild."

A dragon... Do dragons exist?! I can't wait to meet one. I hope they're friendly and don't try to eat me.

"Thank you. I appreciate it," I say as she hands me my card.

Hmm... It has strange letters... I don't understand anything, although I admit the design is cute. It has a golden dragon drawn on it.

"M-my name is Grey. If you need anything, don't hesitate to ask," she says kindly.

How nice of her, and I'll take her up on that offer in the future. I'll need a lot of help later on.

Grey... A nice name, but it doesn't match her appearance.

"Thank you very much, Grey. How do I pay? What exactly do I have to do?"

"W-when you finish a mission, the registration fee will be deducted from your reward."

Oh, I see, I see. I have to finish a mission to get my reward. I need money, so I have to do a mission as soon as possible.

I suppose I'll start from the lowest rank and only take low-ranking missions. Easy missions that won't give me much money, but you have to start somewhere.

"Thank you," I say as more people line up behind me. I don't want to waste any more of her time.

I turn around and everyone is still looking at me... I guess I'm going to be popular... That's good, because it means I'll make friends easily. I need a lot of help.

The more popular I am, the more danger I'll be in, but it will also bring me benefits, like getting contacts that can help me with my mission and provide me with information.

Keeping a low profile would be the easiest and least dangerous, but it would take me more time to become powerful and get information. The best thing would be to get attention and get the information I want in the shortest possible time.

"Well, well. I'll be popular here."

Ah, it reminds me of school, although I was only popular with women, men hated me.

I sit at a table, which is empty, and take out my phone... I have several doubts in my mind. What other functions does my phone have? Also, God didn't give me a charger. How am I going to charge it?

"How am I going to charge it?"

Maybe the phone will give me the information I need.

Mmm... Mmm... Yes, I found an app that could help me.

As I check my phone, I see an app that says "Tutorial."

"Tutorial?"

I open it and a message appears on the screen.

"Welcome, I will explain the use of the cell phone. It serves as a map, allows you to take photos and videos, your phone also functions as a weapon with the right spells. It charges with magic, you just need to hold your phone with your hand and the phone will absorb some of your magic, the phone will be charged in just 10 seconds. If you have any questions, open the app again."

I remove the app and sigh... It sounds easy... It didn't answer all my questions, but something is better than nothing.

"Okay... What do I do now? I think I need to learn spells."

I open the app again and a new message appears.

"What do you want to know?"

Only the message appears and I try to open the keyboard to type, but nothing comes up.

This isn't the first time I've used a smartphone, Cris lent me his to do my homework. This thing doesn't have a keyboard to type on.

"Eh? The keyboard won't open... I guess I have to speak."

If it's asking me something and it won't let me type, I guess it's activated by my voice. How modern, although I'd prefer to write, it would save me a lot of trouble.

I bring my mouth closer to the screen to whisper what I want to know.

Ah, I must look like a crazy person considering that phones don't exist in this world, but I have to answer my doubts. I'll ignore that feeling of discomfort for now.

"I want to know spells, please."

The message disappears and another one appears. Wow, that was quick.

"You want to know spells, is that correct...? Yes, it's correct."

The message disappears and another one appears.

Oh, it's a long message. I think they're spells.

"The spells I know are: 'Arches Nexus', allows you to fly. 'Muslar asio', allows you to have great physical strength, great endurance, and incredible agility. And, lastly, 'Sword Dex', allows you to summon a great sword, perfect for fights. Those are all the spells I have registered."

... Well... It seems to be narrated in a simple way and with no technical terms. Where are the procedures to perform the spell? Is that really all?

The app disappears... Okay... I think I just have to say those words... Sounds easy.

I tried to cast spells to see if anything else would happen, but nothing. Is that really all there is to it? Do I just have to say those words?

It's too advantageous, but considering that my enemies will possibly be very powerful, this advantage was necessary.

Well, well... okay, I learned them. I guess I just have to say those words. Now I have to get attention and thus get the help of powerful adventurers... How will I do that...? I guess I got attention when they found out I have all types of magic, but that won't help if I don't show that I'm strong.

Yes, that's obvious. Anyone can have great magical power, but they won't be interested in me if I don't show that I know how to use it.

The next part of my plan is to get powerful friends and contacts. The more spells I get, the better.

I got attention by showing that I possess all magical attributes, but if I can impress them with something incredible, my name will spread throughout the country.

Ah, that will bring me problems too, but I really need contacts if I want to advance as fast as possible.

Now, well... How do I get attention?

Mmm... That will also be difficult.

Ah... Mmm... What if I wait to be known as the adventurer with all magical attributes? It will take me a little longer to achieve the fame I want, but I will achieve it anyway.

Ah, I don't know. I really don't want to waste valuable time.

"Seriously?"

"Fufu. Yes. Look at this."

I hear two men talking. What caught my attention is the pig's head that one of them put on the table. Yuck.

"You defeated an Orc with a knife? That's amazing!"

Orc?

"Thanks, it wasn't that great either."

"That's the most amazing thing I've ever heard!"

The most amazing...? The most amazing...

A great idea occurs to me. Thank you, sirs.

"If I do a very difficult mission, I can get a lot of attention. They would consider me very powerful."

Yes, it sounds like a stupid idea, and it is. But I prefer to take risks. I really don't have much time to improve. I'll take every shortcut possible.

I approach Grey, who finished attending to a girl.

"Excuse me, what is the most difficult mission available?"

"The most difficult one? Well... There's currently a mission to defeat the black demon that's in our village. No matter the rank, anyone can take the mission."

A demon... Well, well... The main enemy appeared.

"Black demon?"

...Black demon... Black... Black armor... Heat... Someone comes to mind.

I don't know why, but I remembered the man in black armor.

"Does he have black armor?"

"Yes."

There is no doubt, it's him.

"But I just saw him. Why doesn't anyone try to defeat him?"

"He's very powerful, no one dares."

"Well, well... I see..."

I stay thinking for a moment, I don't know how to fight, but I have to try to defeat him.

Wait... I have great magical power... That means, if I use the flying spell, I can fly very fast.

An idea crossed my mind.

I can escape flying if the demon manages to hurt me.

It's not a great idea, but I have to try something.

Fight and win. Fight and escape. Those are the two possible endings that this could have.

I'm risking a lot, but I feel too confident inside. Yes, I think I know the reason... God.

God is on my side. The black demon treated me well. Surely God manipulated the situation and sent me this trial to show him how serious I am about this mission. This is one of his tests to confirm that I am willing to kill.

Thank you for this, God. It will serve me not only to show you that I am capable of killing if necessary, but also to become famous and make money.

"I'll take the mission. Thank you very much."

She is surprised by my words. I guess she didn't expect that.

Well, I didn't even expect this. Seriously, this could be the best or worst decision of my life. Why do I feel so confident? I don't know, but I'm sure everything will be fine. Something in me is telling me so, and I'll believe it.

"Uh?! A-are you sure about your decision?!"

"Yes."

Grey takes a mission paper from the mission wall. The mission wall is full of papers containing mission information.

There's also a board full... Wow, there are too many missions... Are there few adventurers?

Being an adventurer seems like a good job, there are always missions available.

"Give me your card."

I suppose she needs it to fill out paperwork or something like that.

I hand her the card and she writes some strange symbols on it with a pen.

"Done."

She hands me the card. Why did she do that...? Well, it doesn't matter, I'll ask her later.

"Good luck."

Yes, I need a lot of luck. Ah, I hope I'm not making a mistake with this.

"Thank you."

I leave the guild and see the black demon. Wow, I didn't have to look for him.

Oh. I thought he was good. He doesn't seem like an evil demon.

Was he acting like a good person? Well, whatever it is, it doesn't matter. I have to finish this and show God that I'm willing to do whatever it takes to fulfill the mission he gave me.

"He seemed nice."

I approach him. Daniel, you're about to get into big trouble. There's no turning back now.

I know perfectly well, but I have to do it. God is on my side, I can do it. I just have to believe in myself.

"Excuse me, sir, are you the black demon?"

"Yes, I am. Why? Do you want my autograph?"

I wanted it before, but not anymore.

"And are you evil?"

"Evil?"

He starts to laugh devilishly and I feel some fear. He's definitely evil.

Well, although that evil laugh seems very unnecessary. It must definitely be a test from God.

"Of course I am! Why?! Are you trying to defeat me?!"

"I-I guess I have to."

The black demon takes out his black sword and everyone runs away from the place, scared. Is he that dangerous? I'm already regretting it, but unfortunately, there's no turning back now.

"I accept your challenge!!"

Well... It's time to give it my all.

God trusts me, I won't let him down.

I take a breath and sigh.

"Well... Okay... Uh... How about we settle this outside the village?" I said, with a serious look.

Don't show doubt or fear, Daniel. Don't be afraid. You can do it, Daniel... You can do it.

"For me, there's no problem!"

We start walking and I look around, people seem interested in our fight, because some are following us.

Yes, I know. Why didn't I train first to make sure I can use my magic? Two reasons. The first: I am very confident... I don't know why, but I feel very confident... I know that's bad, but I can't help feeling confident. The second: I forgot... I literally forgot! I was planning to leave and train, but I made the mistake of challenging him first... There's no turning back now.

I've seen many isekai anime, the first enemies are always the easiest to defeat. If I'm correct, I just have to say the spell to use it, so I'm sure I can take him on, I have a good feeling about this.

I have God on my side.

It's unfair, but oh well, life isn't fair.

... Life isn't fair... Yes, I know.

It's not fair at all.

•

•

Daniel feels too much confidence because he thinks that demon is a test from God, but the reality is completely different.

"What are you doing?! You didn't even train! You're supposed to be smart, Daniel! You've done something stupid!"

God was watching Daniel... And he couldn't help him... Yes, Daniel is an idiot.

Daniel is a smart kid academically, but he's quite naive and doesn't think things through clearly.

"Daniel... Ah... Why did the supreme God force me to choose you? This boy turned out to be an idiot. I hope the supreme God allows me to replace him."

•

•

(Pov- Daniel.)

I feel God's confidence on me. Don't worry, God, I won't disappoint you! I will overcome this test!

I look at the people behind me, following us. So many adventurers who seem powerful... Hasn't anyone been able to defeat him?

... No, Daniel, don't be afraid. It's just a test from God. An extra help. You can do it, Daniel, have more confidence!

... More confidence... Yes... I need to have more confidence in myself.

I can do it... I can do it.

"Hehe. Nervous, kid?"

"To be honest, yes, demon sir. Any advice for a rookie like me?"

"...You're not lying... Are you really a rookie?"

"I've fought a few times in the past, but this is on another level. It's the first time I've had such a dangerous fight."

"Hahahahahaha! I see, I see. I'll be your first time, huh?"

"Ew. Sorry for my reaction, but that sounded gross."

"Don't worry. All that nervousness will soon disappear."

"Thank you very much."

"Because I'll kill you!"

"... Oh... Wow... Thanks?"

That was a really weird conversation.

We leave the village and I move quite far away from the black demon.

Well... I think this distance will be enough. I feel like a cowboy facing another in a duel.

Well, it's almost the same. In both situations, one of them ends up dead.

"Are you ready to die?!" He said confidently.

"... Ready to die?"

Am I ready? Yes, I was. I was about to commit suicide... But now I have a very important mission. I must not die... I won't disappoint God.

I am mentally prepared to die at any time, but that doesn't mean I will die so easily.

"I was just a moment ago..."

I see many adventurers watching us. There are about 200 adventurers, although I suppose there are also normal people among them.

I can't fail... I won't let God down.

"But, for now, I don't plan on dying. Dex Sword!"

I feel a tingle in my fingers and white, shiny powder comes out of my hands... My magic.

The powder quickly takes the form of... a sword.

A sword appeared in my hands. The sword is white, shiny, and with a black hilt.

Simple design, but that doesn't mean it's not powerful. It's a weapon made by God, perfect for killing demons.

Now for the next spell.

"Muslar Asio!"

... Wow... This tingle all over my body... I feel... incredible.

I feel my strength increase and take a deep breath.

Daniel, this is incredibly unfair, but amazing! Not only do I feel stronger, I feel lighter.

This tingling sensation doesn't go away, but I suppose it will remain as long as I use the spell.

Magic is... simply amazing.

"I feel my strength increase... Great!"

"Hehe. You're one of the few who dare to challenge me, you have my respect!" said the demon.

Mmm... He's not taking me seriously, I can feel it. I don't feel really in danger.

It seems that the black demon is confident, he keeps laughing... I have a plan. A simple plan, but it will work, I'm sure.

I run towards him and the demon keeps laughing.

"Hahahahahaha! Die!"

The black demon tries to hit me with his sword, but... I can see his attack in slow motion and manage to dodge his attack.

My new strength allowed me to push myself away from his attack with my feet.

Incredible... Magic is incredible.

The spell allowed me to see his attack in slow motion... Too unfair, but I don't care!

His sword touched the ground. I have the advantage.

I look up and smile. I'm underneath him. The angle is perfect.

The plan worked.

Now, don't hesitate and attack, Daniel!

"I'm sorry!" I shouted, as I'm about to take someone's life.

I'm so sorry, but God depends on me.

Without hesitation, I attack the black demon with my sword and split it in half... Y-yes, my sword definitely split it in half, I saw and felt it. I split it in half effortlessly!

My sword is very powerful... Great! God, thank you for giving me so much advantage!

I quickly move away from him... I can't believe it worked. I won... I definitely won... I did it!

"I did it!"

Now I have to go for my reward! I hope it's enough to buy a lot of food.

"Fufu. Not bad, not bad."

Huh? I-impossible, I felt like I split it.

I turn around and see that he's still standing... He's not dead?! B-but I split it in half! Did he regenerate?!

"Hahahahaha! You give me...!"

... Huh?

"What?"

"Is he... dead?"

"Did he defeat it?"

Not only am I confused, but so are the adventurers. Didn't the demon notice the cut?

The top half of his body falls to the ground and black blood comes out of him.

The black demon is... dead.

I'm a little scared, I've killed someone, but since it was a demon, I'm calm.

I have to bear it... It was him or me... I had no other choice.

I'm a killer, but I have to do it. God depends on me... I can't hesitate... I can't feel guilty... Don't think about it, Daniel... Don't think about it.

"Well, well... so soon?"

"H-he did it... He did it!!"

Everyone cheers excitedly.

Wow, I feel like a singer at a concert, as everyone stares at me while celebrating.

"He defeated the black demon so quickly?!!"

... Yes, it's true, it was too fast.

I look at the body, confused... That was a bit disappointing... Oh well, it was expected. He didn't attack me with all his strength... Being a coward has its advantages. He thought I was weak and he trusted me too much.

"Are all demons this weak? I thought they would have the power of regeneration."

Well... I'm done. Now I'll return to the guild for my reward. Will I be promoted? I think I'm a rank E or F. Will I be promoted to rank D? I'll find out soon.

I enter the village and everyone treats me like a hero... It's a bit embarrassing, but I like it.

I achieved my goal: to be famous. Now my next goal is to find someone to teach me new spells.

I wonder if there's a school around here. I could ask a teacher if they could teach me spells. Just knowing the name of the spell and what it's for will allow me to use it.

It's too unfair, but I think it's necessary, because my enemies will be much more powerful than me.

"Well, well... it feels good," I said, filled with shame but also happy.

... Oh... I feel weird.

The sword disappears and I feel my strength fade away.

I don't feel any tingling anymore.

"Uh...? I suppose the spells disappear when I feel like I no longer need them."

I did it... My first day in this world is going great... My first mission was successfully completed!

I have to celebrate!

...Wow... Two hours ago, my heart was full of sadness and I wanted to die, but now I feel so full of happiness... Thank you for this new life, God. Thank you so much.

I will enjoy my new life as much as possible. Thank you for everything.

Grandma, your grandson is happy again... But I still miss you.

It will take me time to get over your death... Oh, better not think about that.

"Hero sir, why don't you celebrate your victory with us?"

Uh?

I turned to my right... Uwaaaah! Are those women showing me their ***** breasts?! Is that a brothel?! Prostitutes?! No, no, no! Daniel, don't look, your grandma would be mad at you if you see them!

I covered my eyes.

"I'm not interested!! G-Goodbye!!"

I ran away as fast as I could.

How indecent! Why would they offer their services to a minor like me?! I'll report them...! Although I don't know what age is considered legal in this world.

Ahhhhhhhh! Prostitution is legal! It's a monarchy! Slaves! Ahhhhhhhh! Surely many slave women are forced to be prostitutes! This world is disgusting! I'll completely avoid contact with brothels!

Ah... I think I'll die a ******... And I don't care!

I don't trust women, so I don't think I'll fall in love again. And I won't have sex without feeling love. Besides, my grandma told me that sex is only had after marriage. I'll die a ******, but at least I won't disappoint my grandma... Uwaaaah!

I ran into something and fell to the ground. Why did I keep running with my eyes closed?! I'm an idiot!

I opened my eyes... Ah, I ran into a wall of the guild. Well, that hurt, but at least I didn't hurt a person.

After dusting myself off, I enter the guild and head to Grey.

I wonder if I'll have enough to buy new clothes and armor. I need new clothes. In fact, I'm a vagabond in this world, what I'm wearing is the only thing that accompanies me.

I also stink, or so I thought. I haven't bathed in days, but I think God cleaned me when he gave me the new clothes. The dirt stains are gone.

"All right, I defeated him. Now what do I do? Should I fill out a document or something like that?"

"Uh...? You defeated the Black Demon?! Show me your card!"

My card? I suppose she needs it to confirm my identity as an adventurer or something. She just gave it to me, but I think she's just going through the motions of her job.

I take out my card and show it to her. Grey's face is hilarious - her mouth is open wide and her eyes are wide open.

"W-well, well... You really did defeat it!!!"

All the adventurers there are amazed. How do I know? Because they started talking about me. It's uncomfortable, but I was mentally prepared for this situation. Just because my legs are shaking doesn't mean I'm nervous, okay?

Ahhhhhhhh! Who am I trying to fool?! I'm very nervous! It's uncomfortable that they're talking about me!

Better change the subject... Mmm... Oh, right. Why did she see my card?

"How did you confirm what I said by seeing my card? How?"

She shows me my card.

"The numbers I wrote disappear until you finish a mission, die, or we remove them."

Magical numbers, huh? That's weird. Well, this world is weird, so I have to get used to it.

"Those symbols were numbers? How strange."

She hands me back my card and I put it away.

Well... Oh, everyone is still talking about me. I have to get used to this.

Grandma, your grandson saved a village... Well, even though the demon was a test from God, so it doesn't have much value.

"I'll give you the reward in a few minutes."

"Thank you. I appreciate it."

What will I buy with my first salary? Clothes, food... Mmm... I guess I also need to find a place where I can sleep. Oh, I have a lot to do.

A few minutes pass and Grey returns with two bags of coins. Wow. Couldn't they give me a check or bills at least? How do I know they're coins? By the sound they make when I move them.

"We already deducted the registration fee. It's 50,000 gold coins, minus 100 coins for registration."

"... Oh... Well, well..."

It's more money than I thought.

I don't think gold is worth much in this world, but that doesn't mean it's little money. Great, it will be enough for lots of food and clothes!

"I suppose it's a lot. Thank you."

My stomach growls and I get nervous because it growled too loudly. I remembered that I haven't eaten in days.

Alright, alright, tummy, you'll have food soon. Don't start eating yourself.

"I haven't eaten in several days... Do they sell food here?"

"Of course."

"How much do the dishes cost?"

"One gold coin."

Gold really isn't worth much.

Mmm... Let's say a dish costs... $5? No... Mmm... 10. Yes, $10, depending on the dish.

... Uwaaaah! 50x10 is equal to 500! 500,000 dollars for a single mission?! Oh, my heart, my poor heart! Did I really earn that much money?! Ahhhhhhhh! What will I do...?! No... I must not let money consume me.

I'll donate it. I only need the basics to survive, I don't need that much. I wonder if there's an orphanage or poor place.

"Could you bring me two plates of food?"

"What kind of food?"

Mmm... Well, I don't know the food of this world, so I'm fine with anything, as long as it's not human meat.

"Whatever, please."

I give her the two gold coins and sit at a table.

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