Once an ordinary detective, his life took a surreal turn after a near-fatal encounter with an explosive. Miraculously surviving the blast, he found himself at death's doorstep on his way to the hospital, his strength waning. As his vision faded, he awoke in an unfamiliar realm—an otherworldly shrine surrounded by an endless cold wind. The radiant energy bathed him in an ethereal light, and as he stirred, he discovered not only a mysterious mask upon his face but also a message inscribed onto the very stones of the shrine.
The inscription unveiled his new purpose: to safeguard those entangled in the novel or those returning to life after death. The shrine's power granted him the extraordinary ability to exist above space and time, transcending the boundaries of reality. The shrine dictated his path, and he, compelled by an unseen force, had no choice but to accept its guidance to his first journey.
As he strained to decipher the cryptic words inscribed into the shrine, a sudden surge of energy enveloped him. The inscription seemed to pulsate with an otherworldly power. Intrigued and compelled, he uttered the words aloud, unknowingly activating a latent magic. The air around him crackled with arcane energy as the shrine's words resonated with his voice.
In an instant, reality warped around him. The world blurred, and the shrine's surroundings dissolved into a whirlwind of colors. The detective felt the ground give way beneath him as he hurtled through a cosmic vortex. Moments later, he landed on unfamiliar terrain, the chill of a new world replacing the cold wind of the shrine.
Startled but determined, he realized he had been transported to the very realm hinted at by the shrine's inscription. The once-ordinary detective now stood in a world that mirrored the title engraved on those ancient stones—a world waiting to unveil its mysteries.
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In this unfamiliar setting, lying on the ground, he discovered a peculiar book resting on his chest. The book chronicled the life of a Korean woman who, after a car accident, woke up in the body of an extra named Isabelle. The narrative unfolded as the book wrote itself, detailing Isabelle's challenges and adventures. With no way back to his world, he started his journey by trying to communicate with Isabelle that he too is a man from another world, he found himself unable to speak of his past life. For some reason, his voice failed him when it came to revealing the details of his existence. Instead of delving into his past, he chose the name "Cedric" to convey a semblance of identity.
Embracing his newfound identity as Cedric, he set forth on a quest to guide Isabelle through her tumultuous journey, armed with the knowledge bestowed upon him by the mysterious book. The narrative unfolded like an enchanted script, chronicling Isabelle's challenges and triumphs. Despite the inability to reveal his own origins, Cedric navigated the intricate web of Isabelle's life, offering subtle nudges and wise counsel. As Isabelle faced adversities, Cedric, with the book as his guide, became her guardian, steering her toward the elusive path of happiness. Through trials and tribulations, he witnessed Isabelle's transformation, the pages of the book magically chronicling her evolution. Finally, Isabelle found her happiness intertwined with destiny as she married Crown Prince Raphael, with Cedric's first journey concluded.
As time went on, he traversed through hundreds of worlds, learning various skills. Guiding protagonists in each world, he formed friendships, aided quests, and mastered skills along the way. Despite Cedric's dedicated guidance, not all protagonists witnessed the fruition of "The Good Ending," and some met their untimely demise. The complexities of each world posed challenges, and Cedric, bound by the threads of fate, could not ensure every story concluded with the desired resolution. The shadows of failure and loss cast their somber echoes in the tapestry of his enduring journey.
Now only known as "Cedric" without a trace of his old name, an unshakable envy lingered within him, yearning for a place to call "Home" in the vastness of existence. The question of whether he would ever find such a sanctuary echoed through his timeless journey, weaving a tale of shadows, secrets, and the enduring pursuit of purpose. Though his old name eluded him, a faint memory of his past life in the modern world lingered, intensifying his desire to discover a haven where he could truly belong.