Kaito's morning had begun in a rush, his late awakening forcing him into a frenzied dash to school. As he reached the school gates, his heart pounded, not just from the physical exertion but from the nagging realization that he was late for the first time in his school life. It was a stark departure from his usual punctuality, and he couldn't help but feel the weight of everyone's shocked gazes as he rushed into the classroom.

The moment Kaito entered, a palpable hush fell over the room. Students and the teacher turned their heads, their expressions a mix of surprise and curiosity. The teacher, Mrs. Yamamoto, paused mid-sentence, her chalk hovering over the blackboard. Her eyes bore into Kaito, and he could feel the collective scrutiny of his classmates.

Unperturbed, Kaito tried to shake off the unease and avoid the prying eyes that bore down on him. He swiftly made his way to his seat, head down, and settled into his desk as if nothing unusual had occurred. He crossed his arms, wearing a serious expression that concealed the whirlwind of thoughts racing through his mind.

But as he sat down, his eyes drifted to the spot in front of him, where, instead of the usual computer screen, he saw a holographic interface shimmering in the air. It was the system, presenting him with yet another quest, and the timing couldn't have been worse.

The quest's information materialized before him: "Find a way to skip class and go to the library." The reward offered was a peculiar item—a "Kidney Bean." It sounded absurd, but Kaito had already agreed to the system's conditions when he accepted its offer, and there was no turning back now.

The quest gnawed at him, a puzzle he couldn't ignore. He knew that skipping class was out of character for him, but the system had a hold on him, and he had to follow its directives. He couldn't help but wonder what purpose this quest served, and why it led him to the library of all places.

From the perspective of his classmates, Kaito appeared as if he were in a trance, lost in his own world. They exchanged puzzled glances and whispered among themselves, speculating about his strange behavior. Mrs. Yamamoto, too, noticed Kaito's unusual demeanor and her concern deepened.

With a nervous and doubting tone, she asked, "Kaito, are you feeling all right?"

Kaito snapped out of his thoughts, startled by the teacher's inquiry. He stuttered for a moment but quickly regained his composure. "Y-yes, Mrs. Yamamoto. I'm just not feeling well. May I go to the nurse's office?"

His classmates' eyes bore into him, their curiosity growing with each passing second. Mrs. Yamamoto hesitated, her gaze locked on Kaito as if trying to discern the truth in his words.

Finally, she relented and said, "Very well, Kaito. You may go to the nurse's office."

Kaito stood up, his heart pounding, but this was the moment he had been waiting for. With a polite nod to his teacher, he walked towards the door, closing it gently behind him as he exited the classroom. A sigh of relief escaped his lips, and he couldn't help but marvel at the perfect timing. It was as if the system had orchestrated the situation to fulfill its quest.

As he strolled down the hallway, pretending to head to the nurse's office, the quest's interface still hung before him like a persistent specter. It was a reminder that he couldn't escape the system's influence, no matter how much he wished to resist.

But as soon as he pushed open the heavy wooden doors of the library and stepped inside, the holographic interface abruptly vanished. In its place, a new popup appeared, informing him that the quest had been completed: "Main Story Quest: 'Cleared.'" It was accompanied by an unexpected reward—an item he had never heard of before, a "Kidney Bean."

Kaito blinked in surprise as he stared at the floating message. It was an anticlimactic end to what he had expected to be a more complex task. Nonetheless, he couldn't deny the thrill of accomplishment that washed over him.

With a newfound sense of curiosity, Kaito reached out and selected the information for the "Kidney Bean" item. The system obliged, and the item's properties appeared before him: "Kidney Bean" (E-Class Item), Information: A Bean that heals the user and gives full stamina. (Use only 1 per day).

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Kaito's eyebrows shot up in amazement. It was a remarkable item. A simple bean that could heal and restore stamina—this had the potential to be a game-changer. But what intrigued him even more was the revelation that it was an E-Class item. If this item was considered low-grade, what wonders lay hidden in higher-tier items?

Lost in thought, Kaito reached out for a nearby book and pretended to read. He needed a moment to process everything that had happened. As he mulled over the implications of the system's quests and rewards, he couldn't help but wonder about the mysterious organization behind it all. Who were they, and what was their ultimate goal?

His contemplation was interrupted by the sound of footsteps approaching the library. Startled, Kaito looked up, expecting to see a librarian or perhaps a teacher. To his surprise, a student he had never seen before entered the library. The newcomer's presence was unexpected, and Kaito couldn't help but feel a sense of foreboding.

The mysterious student, with disheveled hair and an enigmatic smile, walked towards Kaito. Each step seemed deliberate as if they were gauging Kaito's reaction. Kaito's heart pounded in his chest, and he couldn't shake the feeling that something significant was about to happen.

"Hello there," the stranger said in a calm, yet slightly eerie tone. "You seem different from the others."

Kaito, caught off guard, stammered in response, "Uh, what do you mean?"

The stranger's smile widened, and Kaito could see a glint of curiosity in their eyes. "I've been watching you for a while, Kaito. You're not like the rest of them. You have something special, something that caught my attention."

Kaito's mind raced. He had been discreet about the system, and he couldn't imagine how this stranger knew his name and about his newfound abilities. Was this person connected to the organization behind the system, or did they possess similar powers?

"I don't know what you're talking about," Kaito replied, trying to maintain a façade of innocence.

The stranger chuckled softly. "No need to play coy, Kaito. I'm not here to expose your secrets.

In fact, I can offer you something even more intriguing."

Kaito's curiosity piqued. He couldn't deny the allure of the system and its quests, but this encounter hinted at a deeper layer of mystery. He decided to cautiously probe further. "What do you mean?"

The mysterious student leaned in closer, their voice barely above a whisper. "I have access to knowledge and opportunities that go beyond the system you've embraced. There's a world out there filled with extraordinary challenges and rewards, and I can be your guide."

Kaito's heart raced as he considered the proposition. It was clear that the stranger possessed information beyond what the system had provided. This could be an opportunity to unravel the system's secrets, to understand its true purpose, and to further enhance his own abilities.

But he couldn't ignore the nagging feeling of caution. The stranger's intentions remained shrouded in mystery, and Kaito knew that delving deeper into this enigmatic world could come with unforeseen consequences.

Before he could respond, the library door swung open, and a voice called out, "Kaito, what are you doing here?"

Startled, Kaito turned to see his friend Hiroshi standing at the entrance, a puzzled expression on his face. The mysterious student had vanished into the shadows, leaving Kaito to wonder if the encounter had been real or a figment of his imagination.

Hiroshi approached, concern in his eyes. "Are you okay? You left class in a hurry, and when I saw you heading to the library, I thought something might be wrong."

Kaito, still processing what had just occurred, managed a weak smile. "Yeah, Hiroshi, I'm fine. Just needed a breather."

As Kaito and Hiroshi engaged in small talk, Kaito couldn't help but wonder about the stranger and the tantalizing offer that had been presented. He had a choice to make—whether to continue following the system's quests or to venture into this mysterious world that had been unveiled before him.