Wang Jin jolted awake, his heart pounding. He had just had a nightmare in which he relived his car accident. He remembered the impact, the pain, the blood, and then darkness. He had thought he was going to die on the spot, but instead, he found himself in a strange place surrounded by machines and people in white coats.

He was then explained that he had been selected to participate in a revolutionary project: the Paradise System. It was a virtual simulation where the souls of the deceased could be reborn and live a new life in a world resembling a video game. Wang Jin found it hard to believe, but he had no choice. A chip was implanted in his brain, connecting him to the system.

Since then, he had been living in the Paradise System, like a player among thousands of others. He discovered that he had statistics and game character skills that he could check on a holographic screen. He also learned that he could choose a class from various archetypes, such as warrior, mage, or alchemist. He chose the warrior class because he enjoyed close combat and the feeling of wielding a sword.

He had grown accustomed to his new life, which was more exciting and free than his previous one. He no longer had to worry about work, money, or family. He could do whatever he wanted, whenever he wanted. He often set out on adventures, exploring the vast world of the Paradise System, encountering fantastical creatures and human tribes. He made friends, enemies, and allies. He accumulated experience, items, and fame.

However, he was unaware that the Paradise System was not as perfect as he believed. Behind the apparent tranquility, a plot was hidden to destroy the system from within. Hackers, rebels, and traitors worked in the shadows to disrupt the system's functioning and free the imprisoned souls. Wang Jin would soon find himself entangled in this secret war, which would change his destiny forever.

Wang Jin got out of bed and quickly dressed. He put on a leather tunic, a woolen cloak, and fur boots. He strapped his sword to his belt and checked his backpack. It contained food, water, healing supplies, and defense items. He was ready for an adventure.

He left his small wooden house on the outskirts of the village of Silvermoon. It was a peaceful village, populated by farmers and merchants. Wang Jin had been living there for a few months, having left the city of Goldenlight, where he had been welcomed upon his arrival in the Paradise System. He preferred the tranquility of the countryside to the hustle and bustle of the city.

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He headed towards the market square, hoping to find a travel companion. While he enjoyed traveling alone, he knew that the world of the Paradise System was dangerous and unpredictable. It was better to have someone to rely on in case of trouble.

He arrived at the square, where he saw a crowd of people bustling about. There were merchants selling fruits, vegetables, meats, spices, fabrics, jewelry, weapons, potions, books, maps, animals, and many other things. There were also adventurers looking for quests, information, equipment, partners, or simply entertainment. Wang Jin mingled with the crowd and listened to the conversations.

He heard various rumors and legends. He learned that a dragon had been spotted in the Northern mountains, a princess had been kidnapped by an evil sorcerer, a hidden treasure awaited discovery in an ancient ruin, a war was brewing between two neighboring kingdoms, a mysterious cult sought to awaken a dormant god, and many other things.

Wang Jin was tempted by several of these stories, but he didn't know which one to choose. He decided to leave it to chance. He took a coin out of his pocket and tossed it into the air. He thought that if it landed on heads, he would go North, and if it landed on tails, he would go South.

He watched the coin spin in the air, then fall to the ground. He approached to see the result. It was... 

...heads. So, he would head South.

He picked up his coin and put it back in his pocket. He thought he would surely find something interesting to do in that direction. He started scanning the crowd for someone willing to accompany him.

He then noticed a young girl standing apart from the crowd. She had long blond hair, blue eyes, and an angelic face. She was wearing a white robe and holding a wooden staff in her hand. She looked like a mage, but Wang Jin felt no magical aura emanating from her. He wondered what she was doing there.

He decided to approach her and struck up a conversation.

"Hello, my name is Wang Jin. I'm a warrior, and I'm looking for a travel companion. Would you be interested in joining me heading South?"

The young girl looked at him with surprise, then curiosity. She replied with a smile.

"Hello, I'm Lila. I'm an alchemist, and I'm also looking for a travel companion. Yes, I would be interested in going with you to the South."

Wang Jin was delighted. He had found a partner. He thought she could be useful with her potions and knowledge. He extended his hand.

"Perfect. So, let's go. What are we waiting for?"

Lila took his hand and nodded.

"Alright. Let's go. Who knows what the Paradise System has in store for us?"

They left the market square and headed towards the village exit. They were ready for their new adventure. Their story was just beginning.