The next morning, Seun-mi Ho woke up without even intending to. His interface had automatically disabled sleep mode, pulling him out of rest. He opened his eyes, instantly alert, as if his body was responding to precise programming. He felt refreshed, despite the lack of real sleep.

"I don’t even need to sleep, after all," he murmured as he got up. The information from the previous night about the nature of the beings in the Heaven Realm still echoed in his mind. Everything—from breathing to sleeping—was an illusion. Yet, the fact that these illusions were so seamlessly integrated into his daily experience made it hard to completely detach from them. He got dressed quickly in his adventurer gear and prepared to leave his room.

After getting ready, Seun-mi Ho went down to the guild’s dining hall, a large, lively space where adventurers gathered to eat and discuss their missions. Although food wasn’t a necessity in this world, it was still an enjoyable experience for those who wanted to maintain a sense of normality.

Upon entering, he immediately noticed Ragnar, the massive warrior he had met the day before in the Caelum elite group. Ragnar was hard to miss—not only due to his imposing size but also his booming laugh that echoed through the hall. He was seated with a huge plate in front of him, even though he didn’t actually need to eat.

"Seun-mi Ho!" called out Ragnar, raising his glass to greet him. "Come, sit down! What are you waiting for?"

Seun-mi Ho smiled and approached the table. Ragnar gave him a hearty slap on the back as he sat down, a slap that would have likely staggered anyone less sturdy.

"Did you sleep well?" asked Ragnar, biting into what looked like a spicy stew.

"Well, if you can call it sleep," replied Seun-mi Ho with a smirk. "I just found out I don’t really need it."

Ragnar laughed. "Ah, the mysteries of Heaven Realm! Even after years here, we keep discovering new things. But that won’t stop me from enjoying a good meal, even if I don’t need it."

Just as Seun-mi Ho was about to reply, Caelum appeared at the dining hall’s entrance, striding toward them with his calm, imposing presence. Caelum approached the table, nodding in greeting.

"Good morning, Seun-mi Ho. Ragnar." He took a seat beside them, placing his leather gloves on the table. "I hope you thought about what we discussed last night."

Seun-mi Ho nodded. "Yes, I understand that I still need to be patient. But I'm ready to take on more challenging missions to progress."

Caelum smiled slightly. "That’s exactly what I wanted to talk to you about. There’s a method to create custom quests tailored to your level and abilities. This would allow you to progress more precisely and effectively."

Seun-mi Ho raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "Custom quests? How does that work?"

Caelum leaned back in his chair, crossing his arms. "Heaven Realm is not like other worlds. It’s governed by codes, lines of data that shape every aspect of this reality. These codes are controlled by an entity we call the Administrator."

"The Administrator?" Seun-mi Ho repeated, puzzled.

Caelum nodded. "The Administrator is the entity that regulates and controls Heaven Realm. He is also the Creator of the game. Everything you see here—every creature, every environment, every quest—is the result of his work. He’s the one who sets the rules of this world."

Seun-mi Ho frowned, trying to grasp the scope of what Caelum had just explained. "So… the Administrator can create or modify quests upon request?"

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"Exactly," Caelum replied. "You can request the Administrator to create a quest specifically suited to your level. These quests can be adjusted based on the difficulty you’re willing to face. This lets you have a personalized challenge and maximize your potential for growth."

Seun-mi Ho nodded, interested, but a question lingered in his mind. "Why should I go through the Administrator? Can’t I just accept quests like everyone else?"

Caelum smiled, as if expecting the question. "Heaven Realm isn’t just a simple game world. If you want to interact directly with the lines of code that govern this reality or access information beyond ordinary quests, you must go through the Administrator. He has total control over this reality and much more. It’s his decision whether or not to grant certain requests."

Ragnar, who had been silent up to now, spoke up. "The Administrator is like a god here. You can’t bypass his rules. If anyone tries to manipulate the codes or interact directly with the source data without his permission, he’ll know immediately."

Caelum nodded in agreement. "That’s why, if you want a custom quest or access specific information, you must go through him. But beware, there are strict rules: if anyone tries to misuse these data for malicious purposes, the Administrator can activate a series of defenses. He has defensive capabilities that can block any intrusion source and even expel the user from Heaven Realm."

Seun-mi Ho listened intently, beginning to understand the importance of this entity. "And if the request is genuine?" he asked.

Caelum’s lips curved in a slight smile. "In that case, you’ll need to follow a specific process. Every being in Heaven Realm has a QR Code deeply embedded within their data-soul. This QR Code must be scanned by the Administrator to verify the legitimacy of your request. Then, a PIN code will be provided to validate your request and proceed with interaction with the game’s code lines."

Seun-mi Ho frowned. "A QR Code within the soul?"

"Precisely," Caelum confirmed. "It’s a kind of identification key. Your soul, like everything else in Heaven Realm, is made of data. The QR Code is a way for the Administrator to verify your intentions and ensure you aren’t a threat to the system’s integrity."

Seun-mi Ho pondered all of this. This reality was far more complex than he had imagined. He now understood why Heaven Realm was so different from anything he’d known before. Data control, interactions with lines of code, and the constant oversight by the Administrator made it both fascinating and daunting.

"So, if I really want to push my limits and progress faster, I should go through the Administrator to create a custom quest," Seun-mi Ho concluded.

Caelum nodded. "Exactly. And that’s what I recommend. This will not only help you grow stronger but also understand the deep mechanisms that govern this world. The more you know about the source of code lines, the more prepared you’ll be for challenges like the dragon quest."

Seun-mi Ho stood up, determined. "Alright. I’ll follow your advice and consult the Administrator for a custom quest."

Caelum smiled approvingly. "I knew you’d make the right choice. But remember, interacting with the Administrator is a unique experience. Be clear in your request and prepare yourself for quests that will test your limits."

The Meeting with the Administrator

After finishing his meal with Ragnar and Caelum, Seun-mi Ho headed to a private room in the guild, a place specifically designed to access the game’s advanced systems. The interface appeared before him as soon as he sat down, ready to assist him with his request.

"Interface, I wish to consult the Administrator for a custom quest," he declared.

The interface flickered briefly before responding:

[Interface Notification: Connecting to the Administrator]

Please wait while the Administrator is being contacted…

A faint hum sounded as the interface established the connection. Seun-mi Ho felt an imposing presence manifest in his virtual environment. The Administrator was there, though his appearance was intangible, like a wave of data floating in the air around him.

[Administrator: Greetings, Seun-mi Ho]

You have requested a custom quest. Your request has been received. Scan your internalized QR Code and prepare to receive a PIN code to validate your request.

Seun-mi Ho felt a slight vibration deep within his mind, as though something at his core had been activated. The QR Code of his soul was scanned by the Administrator, and a few seconds later, a PIN code appeared before him.

[QR Code Verified. PIN Code: 7845]

Enter this code to validate the creation of the quest.

Seun-mi Ho entered the code into his interface, and immediately, a new notification appeared.

[Custom Quest: Creation in Progress]

The quest will be specifically tailored to your current level and abilities. Prepare to face enemies that will challenge your strength, agility, and intelligence.

Seun-mi Ho smiled. The first step towards a new phase of his evolution had just begun.