Beep…. Beep… Beep….

“What’s going on… Where am I… Why is everything so bright?”

Beep…Beep…Beep…

Why can I not move, what is everyone saying, Where am I…?

Beep…Beep…

What is this warm feeling on my hand? It feels….nice….

Bee……

Like many before him, Alex found himself floating in the Dark Abyss. Stars, Galaxies and Nebulas in a variety of shapes and colors some he had never seen before surrounded him all around. It would have been a truly majestic experience, if it wasn't interrupted by a very heavy sigh.

Finally identifying where the sound originated he found what looked to be the most beautiful person he had ever met. What appeared to be a goddess, at least to Alex’s guess, was draped in a long elegant white dress that shimmered like Starlight, adorned with golden accents and jewelry, what you would expect a goddess to wear while her long Silver Hair radiated in a kaleidoscope of prismatic colors. It would have been a breathtaking experience, if she didn’t appear like she was as burnt out as a Barista after the morning rush. The young goddess looked so tired that the smallest amount of comfort would put her to sleep. He finally settled on her deep sapphire eyes, staring at him indifferently.

"Greetings Chosen Hero... you have been selected to bring... *Peace and Prosperity* to the world of.." the goddess started quoting robotically periodically to stop and look at her notes.

“Your long life of trouble and Tribulation has come to and end, and you have been deemed WORTHY of starting anew and…” she completely changed her tone reading more of the notes in front of her.

"Whatever, it doesn't matter anyway.... its a CL 6 World anyway so you probably won't even make it anyway..." She mused tiredly.

"Ummm... Quick question?" He started to ask before she simply shushed him.

"No, I can't tell you how you died. Yes you are actually dead. No this is not a dream. No, you can not wish to take a Goddess as a perk. Believe me many have tried from your world. No you cannot be allowed to be an ‘All Mighty Hero’ for a world. Too many have asked this as well, and it goes against the balance of mortality. It also makes things more difficult later. Finally NO you can not do anything Lewd, and I will cast you QUICKLY into the Void if you even breath about asking anything in this nature"

"Actually I was going to ask... Are you ok? Alex asked calmly “I get that I died, everything considered. I mean I'm not happy about it, don’t get me wrong, but there is nothing I can do about it. This concept is something I have read about before, so its a little easier to understand. I figured we have a few minutes, and we can go over the smaller things in a few. You just seem like you need someone to vent to for a few. I mean im probably going to forget about most of this anyway so might as well let you have a chance to breathe"

*a few hours later*

"..but yeah they just keep piling the crazy ones to me, and Honestly if i have to deal with one more Pervert, trying to look up my dress again I'm going to Scream" the Goddess continued on.

Apparently, Lauranna, as Alex learned, was a low ranking Light Goddess. Who has been the brunt of the workload for "Soul Transitioning" as they call it for most of her career. Afraid to ask more details about the Heavenly Realm or about the Demonic, or Torment Realms she mentioned, as he was sure that the young goddess wasn't supposed to mention some of these things. It was easy to see now why she was so tired, and after their discussion she seemed much more relaxed.

"Thank you mor… sorry. What was your name?" She quickly looked through her files. "Here it is, Alex... Thank you. Seriously, thank you for letting me air my grievances, and complain for a change. I really cannot give you ultimate power, it’s against the rules. I can, however, help you have a decent chance of surviving. The world they are making me send you, is not an easy one."

She continued on, "Reading this summary, this world has already used a Hero Summoning Ritual some years back, and the four of them were supposed to save their world. Something went wrong during their quest, causing the scales that balance the system in their world to cause more issues"

"That does not sound like a good time at all.” Alex lamented letting out a long breath. “Am I going to be reborn, transmigrated or what?" he asked her, curious how he was going to enter this difficult world. Noticing the look of confusion she was giving, he felt he needed to explain.

"As I already mentioned, my world has a few stories about this concept, and I might have read a little about this in my previous life. Ok, maybe a lot. Which may be why I was sent to you. I may be labeled as one of those weirdos you mentioned "Alex mused slightly embarrassed at being an isekai otaku in his former life.

"Oh…” She breathed, “That does explain a lot. However, you were still polite to me, you didn’t ask for anything that would have sent you to the Void, and this makes things so much easier to explain." She admits, as a ball of light in her hand turns into a... Tablet?

(I guess they have things similar to modern technology in the afterlife... neat) Alex mused in his mind.

"I would like you to have a good chance of surviving, so you actually get a choice in that matter. Considering each choice comes with its own advantages and detriments." She explains handing me the tablet. "Please, come with me for a moment. I would like to sit and discuss this somewhere more comfortable."

Lauranna waved her arm, and a bright light enveloped both of them. Alex soon found himself falling into an armchair inside a very cozy... Cafe? Looking around and it just simply appeared to be a small out of the way Cafe he would have found in his old world. The Patrons however, were a different story. Wings, Tails, Rabbit Ears, Scales, and Vibrant Colors you wouldn't normally see dazzled and mesmerized him.

He stared at Lauranna, slightly confused. The goddess once adorned in Gold silver and Starlight, was now wearing an attire of blue jeans, a soft white blouse and gray knitted cardigan. Her prismatic hair now a vibrant blonde, held back in a low ponytail. While she didn’t have the radiance of her former appearance she was still, quite beautiful, and a lot more relaxed than she was moments prior.

"The owner of this little Cafe was a former Transmigrated Hero from a world Similar to yours, he opened this shop as a safe haven for various races in the world you are going to be visiting.” She explained, a small laugh escaping, as she noticed alex looking around confused.

“I'm bending a few rules showing you this place right now, but i figured we would be able to discuss everything a little more comfortably." She gently mused.

A fox-eared gentleman in a gray and black outfit quickly approached. His attire looked like a cross between a butler or detective with his black pants, white button up shirt, dark grey Vest and black holster belt. The young goddess smiled.

"Kaze, hello! Can I get my usual and a something for my friend as well?" She asked the Fox-kin.

Smiling he nodded he looked towards Alex and in a soft voice asked, “Absolutely, and for you Sir?”

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“Um, Black Tea, with lemon please?” Alex asked a Little confused

Kaze smiled and walked towards the bar talking to a woman with vibrantly long green hair.

"Since you are showing me this place, I'm guessing you brought me here to suggest that I go with ‘Transmigration’ over rebirth?"

She Sat there quietly for a long moment, and finally answered, "If this was a normal world I would have suggested you choose rebirth, but this world is..." She paused once more, a small tear falling. "Please just trust me when I say you would only face more hardships having to hide your status as an Other Worlder while growing up as a child." she finally lamented,

"I couldn't tell you earlier because certain rules prevent me from discussing mortal discrepancies in the far realm. Please listen closely to what im going to explain.

Kaze arrived with drinks in hand, placing them on the table in front of the two with a somber look on his face.

"The nobility and theocracy in this Kingdom follow a strict Doctrine that persecutes ‘Other Worlders’ unless specifically summoned by the Kings Order personally.” Kaze explained,

“Sorry I didn't mean to interrupt. Seeing you with Lady Lauranna, I had a guess about the situation you are in. She must really like you, for her to do this. When you finish your ordeal and you are traveling. I recommend staying clear of the main cities, if possible. Also, please take this book. You won't be able to read it till later. If you are smart though, you'll understand what this is."

After passing Alex the small notebook, he smiled at the goddess. “It was lovely seeing you again.” Kaze then bowed his head and walked away.

Lauranna holding her cup, gestured towards the tablet screen. “Go ahead and take a look.

Taking a sip of his tea, Alex couldn’t help but notice the subtle aroma it was giving off, the sour lemon dancing wonderfully with the bitter leaf. “This tea is really good.” he mused a small smile on his face.

He wondered how long it had been since he had a chance to relax and enjoy something as nice as the tea he was drinking. in the company of someone as kind as Lauranna was simply in front of him. Realizing that it had been a long time since he truly relaxed, he started reading the prompts on the tablet. The screen then started typing out all the options in a coding like format.

[Welcome To HeroResurection.exe, please select which program you wish to utilize]

[Options for Hero Migration]

Transmigration: Hero retains appearance and knowledge from previous life allowing immediate influence on current events.

Advantage: Can Immediately act on given task for world, Can have direct control of Chosen abilities according to point system, can understand Language of land automatically.

Disadvantage: No connections with Populace, Hero will not have access to early Leveling, Will be required to start at level 1

Reading the Descriptions, Alex found that Rebirth or "Reincarnation" as it was described was the systematic inverse for Transmigration, Giving him an opportunity to grow and learn in a more protected atmosphere, with the caveat being that it would take several years to accomplish anything. Heeding Kaze and Lauranna's warning, He chose the former option, Allowing Alex to maintain his current faculties, and challenges.

A new prompt opened.

[Skill Store Open. Remaining Balance 300pts]

[...WORLD DIFFICULTY ASSESSED/ CL6 WORLD IDENTIFIED (POINTS GENERATED)]

[GRAND HERO SUMMONING ALREADY ESTABLISHED *REMOVING PRESET CLASSES* (POINTS GENERATED FOR REMOVED CLASSES)]

[GODDESS APPOINTED SAINT CLASS ALREADY UTILIZED *REMOVING SAINT CLASS SERIES*(POINTS GENERATED)]

[DEMON LORD CLASS INACTIVE STATUS *REMOVING CHOSEN HERO SERIES* (POINTS GENERATED)]

[WARNING]

[HERO SUMMONING RITUAL OVERUSE DETECTED *REMOVING: WARRIOR, MAGE, DRUID, ROGUE, PALADIN, NECROMANCER, ALCHEMIST, BARBARIAN CLASS SERIES* (POINTS GENERATED0)]

[NOW CALCULATING...]

[WARNING]

[CLASS.EXE IS NOT AVAILABLE DUE TO INVALID VALUE]

[SCRIPT ERROR ADDRESSED: CLASS.EXE REMOVED (POINTS GENERATED)]

[POINTS REMAINING: N/A]

[**WARNING**]

[SUMMONING.EXE IS FACING ERRORS]

[UNABLE TO GENERATE POINT SYSTEM/PLEASE RESET....]

[WARNING WARNING WARNING]

Alex sat there confused as to what was happening. Before he had a moment to address the issue, the tablet gave out a loud *CRACK* and fell apart, the pieces quickly dissolved on the table. Even sooner than he could ask the goddess about what happened, he felt an immensely sharp pain flood his mind. White hot agony blinding his mind and vision. He reached grabbing his hair trying to focus on anything to help alleviate the pain. Unable to comprehend what was happening a blue screen prompt appeared in front of him, like he remembered seeing from an old Video Games he played in his old life. Slowly the pain finally let go, relief washing over him. He was able to read the two words on the screen.

[Installation Complete]

Taking another drink from his tea, the warmth helped soothe his nerves. He focused on the screen once more. The screen now projected the words "Now Loading" with a little circle spinning. A Feeling of confusion and worry as he observed his surroundings from where he was sitting. Everyone was staring at him, he then looked into Lauranna’s eyes.

Lauranna, just witnessing everything that happened, simply stared back at Alex, “What Happened? Why did the system tablet just… Fall apart?” She asked, barely able to keep her worry for him.

As best as he could describe Alex explained everything he could. "Is this supposed to be happening?" Alex tried to ask afterward.

Staring deeply into her cup, she finally looked up at him. Worry clearly written in her expression, as she finally realized what is happening. Nearly knocking over her drink as she started standing up from her seat.

"Why is the _______ showing up?!?" She Exclaims rushing over to me.

(Wait what did she say? Why couldn’t I hear that word?) Alex thought, as the pain from earlier returned with even more fervor.

[Load Complete: Now Booting WORLDBUILDER.EXE]

[a:\ command.exe override confirmed: now loading prerequisite elements]

[a:\ elements loaded... generating preset class: complete]

[a:\ now loading status.exe ]

[s:\ command confirmed... assigning_user: complete]

[s:\ name generated: *Keeper of Story and Song*]

[now loading...]

As the prompt for loading restarted the screen disappeared and pain like no other continued pulsing through his entire body. It seemed as if his skin burned, even though his blood felt like ice, what could only be described as an eternity passed before he was able to finally focus and sit up properly.

Confusion once again falling upon him. Wasn't already sitting, why was he laying down. The cold floor felt different from the comfortable chair he thought he was on just moments before. Sweat pouring from his face he looked up to see Lauranna and the Woman with Green Hair from earlier, staring at him. Holding a glass of water, the young lady gave him a soft smile.

“Don't worry, you're safe. Here please drink this.” she said to Alex softly.

Taking the water, he drank deeply. The Cold water soothed his nerves allowing him to look around and regain his berings. Wondering how he ended up on the floor in a different room. He quickly found shelves all around with fragrant sacks, and various other containers. The smell of coffee roasting and sound of the back kitchen had a nostalgic soothing effect on his soul.

"Easy now, drink slowly... there we go." Her voice was smooth, calm, and very comforting. “Don't worry, you're safe here. We’re just in the Kitchen. He took a moment to really look at her. Aside from her vibrant green hair, her almond eyes shined like jewels and pierced straight through him. She was wearing what looked like a high cut black sweater, and faded jeans which seemed quite strange in a fantasy world setting. Behind her, Lauranna’s blonde hair seemed disheveled, her low ponytail no longer holding, her sapphire eyes eyes full of tears and worry.

"Alex, What happened, are you alright," Lauranna asked, her voice barely above a whisper, "Why ______________?"

[System Fully Loaded: Program Start]