Federal Calendar 19 July 2145
After gaining knowledge of everything, Alex took one week to grasp his circumstances. Consider if a normal person faced this situation; they would either die or lose control of their senses. Nevertheless, Alex accepted his predicament, understanding that there was nothing he could currently do about it.
In Alex's room, he stared at his phone, trying to uncover what had transpired during that entire week. He had been completely blanked out after the events, requiring one week to acclimate to the situation.
After some time had passed, Alex finally uncovered the events that transpired over the course of that week. He dedicated himself to researching the World Orb and mana awakening, taking advantage of the readily available information on the internet, accessible to anyone.
After reflecting for a while, Alex spoke to his AI companion, addressing her as Alice. "Alice, please summarize the information we've gathered so far and provide me with more in-depth details about the World Orb."
During this eventful week, Alex underwent significant changes, leading him to establish a solitary relationship with his AI. As a result, he chose to give her the name Alice.
[Master, here is the information related to the World Orb that I collected from connecting to the World Orb and from your findings.]
[ The World Orb, simply put, is the core of our planet. When dungeons emerged and monsters invaded our world, the World Orb responded by using its own energy to amplify the planet's natural energy, known as mana. This was crucial to ensure the planet's survival, as it prevented its demise.
To aid the inhabitants in their battles against the monsters, the World Orb implemented a system. This system empowers individuals who engage in combat with the monsters, granting them increased strength and abilities.
The essence left behind by defeated monsters is absorbed by the World Orb, which utilizes it to create new skills and loot for the individuals. The remaining energy is used to enhance the functions of the system itself.
In summary, the World Orb serves as the planet's core, establishing a symbiotic relationship between the planet, its people, and the system facilitated by the World Orb. ]
So, if scientists were to discover that our planet's core possesses intelligence, it would indeed resonate with the Gaia Theory. It could potentially validate the idea that the Earth itself is a sentient being. However, let's refocus on the main topic at hand. Alex asked Alice to provide information about mana awakening.
[Yes, Master.]
[ Mana awakening becomes possible due to the increased natural energy of our planet. When humans come into contact with mana, their bodies undergo changes, and they begin to unlock their innate abilities. The specific abilities attained through mana awakening can vary based on a person's personality, physical structure, and most importantly, their DNA factors.
Once awakened, individuals establish a connection with the World Orb through a system created by the World Orb itself. This system serves several essential functions:
1. Skill and Equipment Acquisition: When hunters kill monsters, they gain new skills and obtain equipment or monster cores.
2. Monster Core Utilization: Monster cores can be utilized to enhance the power level of hunters.
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3. Types of Monster Cores: Currently, humans have discovered four types of monster cores: Mana, Vitality, Agility, and Strength. These cores are used to increase the core factors of hunters.
4. Level Progression: By using monster cores, hunters become stronger. When they meet specific conditions to rank up, they are promoted to the next rank.
5. System Ranks: The system ranks are categorized from F (lowest) to S (highest) at present.
These functions form the basis of the system established by the World Orb, facilitating the interaction between hunters and the enhanced capabilities granted through mana awakening. ]
Digesting the influx of information, Alex contemplated his next course of action. After careful thought, he decided to call his mother and ensure her safety. Fortunately, she confirmed that she and his father were secure in a safe house.
With the call concluded and reassured about his family's well-being, Alex firmly made up his mind. He resolved to proceed to the Magic Association and obtain his hunter license. Although he initially wished to distance himself from this reality and rely solely on his own strength, he had a change of heart. He realized that he would employ any means necessary to achieve his goal.
Packing everything, he set off for the Magic Association and bid farewell to his old apartment. After leaving the apartment, he didn't even know when he would return.
He booked a taxi and, in preparation, dressed himself in a gentlemanly avatar, leveraging his handsome appearance that made everything look good on him. However, he also wore black coat pants. He didn't want to be like those foolish protagonists in some novels who went anywhere in their casual clothes, only to become the subject of jokes. They would often end up killing a young master, and the rest would be history.
He stood in front of a huge building that looked like a 7-star hotel, resembling a mini version of the Burj Khalifa. As he entered, he was shocked to see a multitude of people, which explained why the city was considered safe. He glanced around, taking in his surroundings, and joined the line, determined not to make any foolish mistakes and land himself in an unfavorable situation.
After a 10-minute wait, it was finally his turn. He looked at a cool-looking woman in her twenties who asked, "Sir, please confirm your identity." After confirming his identity through the DNA Database, she proceeded to inquire about his innate ability. He confidently replied, "My ability is a scanner. I can scan my surroundings, gathering information through my ability."
She stared at him as if he were not from this world after hearing about his ability, but she said nothing. Alex also refrained from saying anything, knowing that engaging in a conflict with an insignificant character was not worth his time.
She instructed him, "Go to room number 34 and report your ability. Once the identification process is over, collect your license."
After some contemplation, Alex replied, "Thanks for your help."
With those words, he proceeded to his assigned room. It took 30 minutes to complete everything, and he obtained his new identity card. Obtaining the hunter license was his primary plan, as it would serve as his shield for everything he would do from that point forward.
Because he was a support type and could use his ability for research purposes, he decided to register a small organization under his name as a cover. He would operate in the shadows, carefully planning his actions due to his current weakness. He looked at Alice and said, "Alice, check everything two more times because I'm weak right now. I have to plan everything in advance." He glanced at his identity card.
[Name: Alex Williams] [Occupation: Researcher] [Vitality: 10] [Mana: 20/20] [Rank: F] [Strength: 11] [Innate Ability: Scanner]
After confirming that everything was in order, Alex booked a taxi and arrived at the city center called "Maple Heart." He then reserved a hotel room.
In Room Number 576.
Alex lay in his bed, engaged in a conversation with someone. However, in this empty room, anyone observing him would naturally think he was an idiot.
Looking up at the air, Alex said, "Hello readers, it's been a while. Naturally, I'm going to fulfill my promise to tell you the secret of how I'm going to affect the reality outside, the reality of the authors themselves."
After some thought, he continued, "I've been contemplating the advantage of being the protagonist. Let me tell you simply, I can't die. This is both a curse and a blessing, like two sides of the same coin."
Pausing briefly, he added, "You see, I can't commit suicide because that darn author won't allow it, right? But what happens if someone tries to kill me? Yes, right, they can't. If I'm going to die, this novel will also die with me. You people will never witness another MC, huh?"
Looking at the ceiling of his room, he said, "When I said I can affect the reality of the author, that's not a lie. I mean, I can be a good protagonist that those readers like very much. Then the author's novel is going to be a good novel, which affects his reality, meaning his life is going to be good."
"Okay, next, let's talk about how I can control my harem. Yeah, your thinking is correct, a harem. I can have as much as I want. And when my harem is off-limits, then readers won't read a novel with a simp MC, right? That would be bad news for the author."
"So, I can affect both realities, one is mine and one is the author's. But I'm also against the harem thing, so don't worry, guys."
After Alex said this, his heart calmed again. After thinking for a moment, he said, "So, guys, I'll give you a story that readers want to read without much cliché because I was a hardcore reader when I was in my main reality, I mean, Prime Earth. Yes, I named my past life Earth to keep confusing things away from me, and this Earth is Earth 2."
"So, what I'm saying is, I'm also a reader, so I know what readers want to read and what not. But you'll have to help that idiot author so he can continue this novel. I meet you on a daily basis, so help him promote this novel. Because this week, I found out my innate ability can upgrade. Yes, you heard it right. But that has to do with this reality, and this reality's power comes from this fucking author. So, see you guys, I have to do many things. Enjoy your reading."
So, guys, I'll meet you in the next chapter because this idiot author's page is full. See you, guys!
Finishing his talk, he said, "Deactivate 4th Wall," and he decided to try another one of his abilities, the [ Reality Eye ]