Chapter 2: Childhood Days 1

The rain falls softly as a humble church door creaks open. Three infants lie on the doorstep, wrapped in blankets—one in black, one in green, and one in white-gold cloth embroidered with an unfamiliar crest.
Orsi Orfai(Father)
Orsi Orfai(Father)
“Three babies…? Who would leave so many at once?” (suprised)
Lily Aquaria(Sister Lily)
Lily Aquaria(Sister Lily)
“This one… she has a strange aura. And look at this cloth—no one around here has seen this symbol before.” (kneeling beside the infants)
The baby wrapped in white-gold stirs. Her silver hair glimmers faintly in the moonlight. She opens her eyes with calm awareness far beyond her tiny form.
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
Well, here we are. New body, same memories. Cute little hands… but why do they smell like milk? (thinking internally)
She watches as Father Orsi gently picks her up.
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
Focus. Remember what Mom said. Find strength. Live freely. (whispering to herself)
Nearby, a crying baby wrapped in black tosses his head—Asta—and the silent infant in green—Yuno—lays peacefully.
Orsi Orfai(Father)
Orsi Orfai(Father)
“You’re safe now, all of you. We’ll take care of you.” (smiling sofly)
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
These two… fate chose us to grow together. Let’s see what this world has in store. She lets out a small coo, the first sound of many, hiding the voice that would one day command power beyond imagination.
Time skip.
2 years later.
A Normal (Not Really) Day at the Church
Kotoha is just over 2 years old. It’s morning in Hage village’s church. Sister Lily is doing laundry. Asta is being chaotic, as usual. Yuno is quietly reading. Kotoha is sitting by a window, humming and watching the clouds.
Asta charges into the room with a broom like it’s a sword.
Child Asta
Child Asta
“I’m gonna fight the demon lord of laundry!”
He trips over a bucket and almost crashes into a lit lantern on the table.
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“Stop.” (instinctively)
A ripple of power pulses from her voice—subtle, but strange. Asta freezes mid-fall. His eyes go wide. For a moment, he’s locked like a statue—then he flops backward onto his butt with a loud thud.
Child Asta
Child Asta
“Ow! What was that?! I couldn’t move! Was that… super magic!?”
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“Uh… maybe you just got scared? Yeah. Real scary bucket.” (blinking, nervous)
Lily Aquaria(Sister Lily)
Lily Aquaria(Sister Lily)
“Asta, stop scaring the buckets and go help hang the laundry.” (walking in)
Child Asta
Child Asta
“Right… but Kotoha, your scary voice is strong…” (still suspicious)
Child Yuno
Child Yuno
“…Weird.” (glancing up from his book)
Kotoha nervously picks at her sleeves, pretending nothing happened.
Later that day, Yuno scrapes his hand while climbing a tree to grab a fruit. He drops down, clutching it with a frown.
Child Yuno
Child Yuno
“…It’s fine.”
Kotoha walks over, frowning slightly. Without thinking, she puts a small hand over his.
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“Get better.” (quietly)
A soft light glows from her palm. The scrape mends instantly. Yuno blinks and stares at his now-uninjured skin.
Child Yuno
Child Yuno
“You healed me… without a spell.” (slowly)
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“Maybe you just… uh… healed fast? Natural Clover Kingdom genes?” (quickly)
Child Yuno
Child Yuno
“…Right.”
He looks at her longer than usual, eyes thoughtful. She pretends to look at the sky.
That evening, the local kids are playing magic tag. One slightly older boy, jokingly, casts a weak wind spell toward Kotoha.
Random kid
Random kid
“Tag! Gotcha!”
A gust of wind hits her dead-on—but she doesn’t even flinch. Her hair ruffles, but she just blinks at him blankly.
Random kid
Random kid
“Huh?! That should’ve knocked you over!”
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“Maybe I’m heavier than I look.” (flatly)
Child Asta
Child Asta
“Kotoha’s a mini magic tank!!” (yelling from a tree)
Child Yuno
Child Yuno
“…Or something’s protecting her.” (murmuring)
Kotoha nervously laughs but internally thinks:
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“So... my passives really are online already. This is gonna be interesting.”(thinking)
Kotoha looking up at the stars that night, quietly muttering:
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“If I’m already this strong before the system… the world’s not ready.”
Time skip.
1 year later.
Years passed quietly in the small village of Hage. The three children raised at the church grew strong in their own ways—but one of them hid power far deeper than anyone imagined. The silver-haired girl, with eyes too calm for her age, spoke kindly, trained quietly, and smiled warmly. But every step she took… was chosen with purpose.
Kotoha lies on a small bed in the church, staring at the ceiling. The moonlight pours through the window. Asta is snoring somewhere in the next room. Kotoha sighs softly.
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“Three years old… again. At least this time, I got magic. But still, no cursed speech training yet, no grimoire, and being tiny sucks.” (thinking)
Suddenly, a soft chime rings in her ears. A glowing blue screen appears in front of her eyes.
[SYSTEM ACTIVATED] Welcome, Kotoha. As the daughter of the Goddess of Death, your Divine Growth System has been initialized.
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“Wha… I got the system? Wait, seriously?! I thought that part was just a bonus!” (sits up, blinking)
STATUS UNLOCKED [Name: Kotoha] [Age: 3] [Level: 1] [EXP: 0/100] [HP: 100/100] [MP: 500/500] Titles: Reincarnated Soul Goddess’ Hidden Daughter (Locked) [Strength: 6 | Agility: 6 | Flexibility: 6 |Stamina: 6 | Magic: 50] [Passive:Photographic Memory(Rare)| Normal (unique)| Fate (unique) | Daughter of Death (unique) | Goddess Bloodline(unique) ] [Click the passive for further explanation] [Skills] [Cursed Speech (Unique) Lv. 1] [Daily Tasks and Mission] (Available) [Shop](Available) [Inventory: Unlimited space](Available)
She clicked the passive.
[Passive] Normal(unique) Will not be affected by the control spell, negative effect, backlash, sickness, and always remain healthy. Goddess Bloodline (God)(unique) passive 1: Longevity (unlocked) You are immortal. Passive 2: Divine powers(sealed) You can purify, strengthen, heal, and able to deal high damage. Daughter of Goddess of Death (God)(sealed) You can control the death of almost anyone except the other gods, but even if it can't affect their death. Still able to do damage to other gods. Fate (unique) You are able to choose your own fate and change destiny, although sometimes you will face hard challenges, but eventually overcome. Multiple elements(unique) You can use multiple elements like fire, thunder, earth, and wind. Photographic memory (Rare) You are able to remember anything and will not be overwhelmed by it.
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“It’s… it’s real! I’m a baby and already OP!” (eyes shining)
She opens the “Daily Tasks” tab.
[Daily Tasks] Do 10 push-ups Reward: +1 Strength, +100 EXP, +100 SP Read a beginner magic book Reward: +1 magic, +100 EXP, +100 SP Run 100 meters Reward: +Sprint skill, +1 Agility, +100 EXP, +100 SP Yoga for 20 minutes Reward: Reflexes skill, +1 Flexibility, +100 EXP, +100 SP Cook simple food Reward: +Cooking Skill, +100 EXP, +100 SP [The other task will be adjusted depending on your growth] [After learning the skill the following same rewards will become exp for the skill] [Mission] [Main] Become a Magic Knight [NO TIME LIMIT] Reward: Unique spell(hidden) [You need to meet certain conditions to unlock more missions]
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“...Yoga? Seriously? I’m three! And where am I supposed to cook?” (tilts head)
Still, she tiptoes off her bed, determined. In the dim room, she drops onto the floor and begins shaky push-ups.
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“One… ugh… two… ngh—why is my noodle body so weak?!”
After ten very slow push-ups, she flops onto the floor, panting dramatically.
[Task Complete: Push-Ups] +1 Strength +100 EXP +100 Shop Points Level Up! [LEVEL UP: 2] EXP Required: 200 +10 Stat Points Earned
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“I leveled up… just from that? This is better than protein shakes!” (panting)
She sits cross-legged and flicks open the Shop tab.
[SHOP — Available Items] Skill Book Description: Grants a random or selected skill, such as cooking, stealth, observation, or a low-level combat skill. Cost: 500 SP Beginner Spell Book Description: Teaches 1 to 3 basic spells. Great for beginners. Cost: 300 SP Intermediate Spell Book Description: Grants stronger elemental or support spells. Requires Level 10+. Cost: 500 SP Advanced Spell Book Description: Unlocks high-level spells with more power or utility. Requires Level 20+. Cost: 1000 SP Arcane Magic Scroll Description: ??? (Locked) – Said to contain forbidden or divine-tier spells. Cost: ??? (Unlock required) Unique Skill Scroll Description: ??? (Locked) – Grants a unique, powerful skill. Can only be used once. Cost: ??? (Unlock required) Magic Snack Description: Recovers +50 MP. Tastes like strawberry cloud puffs. Cost: 50 SP Clean Robes Description: Auto-fit, auto-fix, and self-cleaning. Can merge with Magic Knight Robes later. Status: Locked – requires Magic Knight status or equivalent achievement. Cost: 5000 SP Durable Sharp Kitchen Knife Description: Increases success in cooking. Can evolve into a cooking weapon. Cost: 200 SP Magical Pen (Unlimited Ink) Description: Automatically records notes, spells, or journaling. Cost: 50 SP Magical Pan (Fireless Cook) Description: Cooks anything without needing fire. Perfect for travel. Cost: 100 SP Mini Grimoire Notebook Description: Records spell theory and allows spell simulation/practice. Cost: 300 SP Weapons (Sealed) Whip of Silent Judgment – ??? Sword – ??? Wand – ??? (Unlock conditions must be met to view descriptions or purchase.)
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“Okay, System. Let’s become the cutest and deadliest thing in this world.” (grinning)
Next day.
Morning at the Church.
The sun is rising. Birds chirp. Inside the church courtyard, young Kotoha is on the grass in a wobbly yoga pose—one leg up, hands stretched, eyes squinting.
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“Breathe in… hold… flexibility +1, baby…” (muttering)
Asta, yawning, walks outside with bed hair and a slice of bread in his mouth. He stops mid-chew.
Child Asta
Child Asta
“Waaaah! Kotoha’s possessed!! She’s doing that cursed twisty body thing again!!”
Kotoha breaks her pose, looks at him deadpan while still upside down in a bridge.
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“I’m doing yoga, you flying tomato.”
Child Asta
Child Asta
“Yog-what? It looks like your back snapped!”
Yuno walks out silently behind Asta, eyes falling on Kotoha mid-stretch. He blinks once, then quietly sits by the wall and starts reading, trying to ignore her… but his eyes keep flicking back.
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“I swear this is worth one flexibility point. Don’t distract me or I’ll curse your pants off.” (wobbling)
Asta frowns and checks his pants.
Child Asta
Child Asta
“They’re still on!”
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“...For now.” (grinning)
A blue screen pops in front of Kotoha.
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“Sweet. Just need to cook something and read a book to hit level 3.” (to herself)
Child Yuno
Child Yuno
“…You talk to yourself more than Asta talks to walls.” (dryly)
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“It’s called ‘planning,’ peasant.” (smirking)
Asta jumps in front of her.
Child Asta
Child Asta
“Hey, teach me that cool upside-down thing! If I stretch enough, maybe I’ll grow taller than Yuno!”
Child Yuno
Child Yuno
“…Not happening.”
Kotoha chuckles, brushing her messy hair back, cheeks a little puffed.
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“Alright, fine. Yoga class starts now. But if either of you farts, I’m putting a curse on your beds.”
In the next noon.
Church Grounds.
Orsi Orfai(Father)
Orsi Orfai(Father)
"She’s such a well-spoken child for her age… polite too."
Lily Aquaria(Sister Lily)
Lily Aquaria(Sister Lily)
"She never raises her voice… but when she does, it feels strange. Almost heavy, like it carries weight."
The kotoha sits nearby, quietly reading. She closes the book and smiles.
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
So far, so good. I can talk like a normal person without triggering the cursed speech. It only activates when I channel magic through my words… (thinking)
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“Father, may I help with lunch today?” (aloud)
Orsi Orfai(Father)
Orsi Orfai(Father)
“Of course, dear!” (smiling)
She skips lightly toward the kitchen—then stops when Asta accidentally trips and nearly hits Yuno with a wooden sword.
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
(sighs) I said I wouldn’t use this too early, but… fine.
Her voice drops a tone. Her magic stirs—but just faintly.
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
“Stop.”
The word vibrates in the air. Asta freezes mid-swing. His eyes go wide.
Child Asta
Child Asta
“W-Whoa… my body… moved on its own?”
Kotoha(mc)
Kotoha(mc)
Still works. And I barely used any magic this time. (smirking inside)
To be continued.
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Me~

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you're so creative! you can be a famous author someday /Smile/

2025-06-04

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The plot twists though!

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