CHAPTER 3

CHAPTER 3

Oh, this clothes are really comfortable. I've never worn such comfortable clothes before. What is it made of? Well, the important thing is that it's comfortable.

... Ah, I really try, but I can't distract myself with anything else. I killed again... I killed... How should I feel about it? I feel horrible, but I know perfectly well that it's necessary. If I hesitate in my actions, it could cost me my life. If the easiest, safest, and quickest option is to kill, I must do it. If I die or delay my plans, the world will be destroyed. I must act quickly and safely, but I can't help feeling like a monster.

I killed... I'm a murderer... But I have to endure it.

Daniel, God gave you this mission, you won't go to hell... Resist, Daniel... Just resist and move on.

"Is there any church around here, Sara?"

"Mmm... I think the nearest one is the church in the Capital. Why?"

"Just curious."

I want to talk to God again and confess my sins. I'm new to churches and religion, but what I know is that I can talk to God in church. I tried calling Him on my phone, but He didn't answer. I guess He can only talk to me in emergencies.

Sara and I walked together through the village. People look at me with curiosity and amazement, possibly because I showed them something they're not used to seeing: someone defeating a demon with a single strike and possessing all types of magic... Ah... I must get used to this... It feels weird... I don't dislike it, but I don't like it either... I feel a little uncomfortable. I feel like some kind of... No, I think saying I feel like a freak is rude of me... I just feel out of place.

... Wait... It's true. They don't stop looking at me because I defeated the black demon, a demon that no one here was able to defeat, not even Sandro.

And now that I realize it, the black demon was strange... He seemed good, it never came to my mind that he was someone evil the first time I talked to him... Maybe Sara knows something about it.

I know nothing about demons, it's best to start investigating about them.

"Sara, were you here when the black demon arrived?"

"Yes, why?"

"When I met him, he didn't look evil, he even helped me when I arrived in the village. Are they really evil? What was he doing here?"

I shouldn't judge people by their appearance. I must investigate first to know the true intentions of demons. Maybe demons are good and humans are bad... No, that possibility is almost nil, considering that God sent me to eliminate the demons. But maybe there are good demons.

"Yes, they're evil. He came looking for a rock a week ago. When he got tired of searching, he just stayed in the village, no one knows why."

A rock? That's weird... Was he looking for a simple rock? Could it be a magical rock? Some kind of legendary rock that holds within it a mystical being?

Whatever it is, I can't let the demons find it first.

"A rock? What kind of power does that rock have?"

"We don't know what he was referring to. I don't even know anything about that rock. He just said he wanted the rock that we humans hide."

"A rock... Well, well..."

It's obvious he was looking for a rock, but I think he really doesn't know what kind of rock he was looking for.

If Sara doesn't know anything about that rock, it means that I'll have to investigate elsewhere, possibly have to go to the King or travel to another country to look for it. I can't allow them to find it before me. If I find it, I'll destroy it. It's dangerous to keep it... What if it contains a monster...? Hmm... I better think about what to do next, for now, I'll focus on improving my control over my magic.

But even as a novice, I was able to defeat a demon very easily.

Are demon bodies really weak? Or am I the powerful one...? No... My sword is the powerful one... I think.

Being able to easily defeat a demon... Wow... I'm scared of my own sword.

"Are demons really powerful? I was disappointed to beat it so easily."

Sara looked me in the eyes with that expression of "Are you serious?" and then sighed.

"S-sorry for sounding arrogant or rude, but I'm just being honest, I couldn't help it. I don't know demons, the black demon was the first demon I met."

"Don't worry, I still can't believe I'm standing next to someone who felt disappointed to defeat a demon so easily... There are many demons, some are stronger than others. The black demon was one of the weakest, and if one of the weakest was able to tie with Sandro, the former strongest adventurer in the guild, you can imagine how powerful the stronger demons will be."

Wow... I was so lucky... Or maybe it wasn't luck... I was too confident when I faced it... Maybe God helped me... I think... Or I just had a lot of luck fighting a demon that let its guard down... Nah, I'm not that lucky in life, God definitely helped me. Thank you very much, God.

... Wait... One of the weakest?!

One of the weakest demons tied with the most powerful adventurer in this guild... One of the most powerful adventurers in the country...

Why haven't they conquered this country?! If I were an ultra mega powerful demon, I would go castle by castle killing the kings and conquering countries. Why haven't the more powerful demons done that yet? What are they waiting for?

... Hmm... Maybe something is preventing them from doing so? Ah, I have so much to investigate.

But I have two theories.

Number 1: There is a being that protects this world, and if they do too much damage, they could awaken it, that's why they are taking their time, to plan how to eliminate that being and then conquer this world. Possibly the world will be destroyed because of the fight between the Demon King and that being.

Number 2: God does not allow it. If they sent me when they haven't even done that much damage yet, considering that the people around me still seem to be living normal lives, I think God will send much more experienced and powerful warriors if they decide to show humans what they are capable of doing.

Wow. I like theory number 2 more. Either way, I think I'll be safe from attacks by much more powerful demons, at least for a while.

"Wow... Do you know the strongest demon...? Or at least have you met stronger demons?"

"I met one that easily defeated Sandro, but didn't kill him, I don't know why. I guess he thought humiliating him and leaving him alive would be more satisfying than killing him."

"W-wow... I see."

I guess he was very powerful... "I guess?!" That demon was very powerful!!

Leaving Sandro alive and not killing him. Do you know what that means, Daniel?

Yes. He didn't even see one of the most powerful adventurers in the country as a threat and left him alive to send a message: "no matter what you do, you will never be able to defeat us."

Ah, I should be careful... What mess did I get myself into? I could be in paradise with my grandmother and parents right now, not here, fighting demons... Well, even though I think suicide is a sin... I think I'd be in hell... Ah...

Well, even if I had been given the choice, I think I would have still chosen to come to this world. If my grandmother found out that I rejected the opportunity to save a world, she would have another heart attack.

Plus, if I can complete my mission, I will save millions of lives... But if I fail, at least I will die knowing that I did everything I could to fulfill my mission.

No matter what the outcome may be, I will die happy.

"Ah... Let's not talk about demons anymore. It's quite depressing."

"And what do you want to talk about, Daniel?"

"I don't know..."

Hmm... What do I want to know... Oh, about Sandro. Sara and Sandro are complete opposites. Why was Sara on his team? If I were a woman, I wouldn't be able to stand being on a team with someone like him.

"By the way, what were you doing on Sandro's team? He seems like a conceited and annoying guy."

"Despite his attitude, he is very powerful, so I joined his team, although I was annoyed by his constant harassment."

Tsk. Damn... I hate sexual harassment... I hate people like Sandro. I definitely shouldn't associate with people like him.

"Well, well... I see..."

Huh? W-what?

I see an adventurer hugging and kissing two girls. Seeing that surprised me too much, especially since no one seems to care, as if it's the most normal thing in the world.

Is that normal? This world is weird, maybe it's normal.

"Is that normal?"

"What thing?"

"For an adventurer to have more than one partner... I don't think I explained myself well... I mean, is it normal for a man to be with two women at the same time?"

"Huh? That's quite normal. Men can have more than two women. Women can also have more than two men. Didn't you know that?"

Well, well... Is that really true?! Why?! It sounds quite weird. I wouldn't marry a woman who had a husband... And I wouldn't marry multiple women either. I prefer... Well, I used to prefer marrying only one woman... But, to be honest, I don't want to love again... I don't believe in love anymore.

I'll die alone, but I don't care.

"Is it really normal?" I said confused at such a spectacle before my eyes.

"Yes. Didn't you know? Isn't it normal in your country or hometown?"

... Well, I was deceived. It's frowned upon, but some people date two people at the same time... Although they do it in secret... Disgusting infidelity.

"Not really... So, can a man have 10 wives?"

"Yes."

"And can a woman have 10 husbands?"

"Of course. My mother has three."

"... Well, well... That's weird."

Definitely it's weird... Shit, I just realized something... I'm handsome, I have great magical power, and God sent me to this world... I'm a cliché isekai protagonist! Shit, shit, shit, shit. If I'm right, I'll only get female companions... And they'll fall in love with me... No! I must avoid that... If I get companions, and if they fall in love with me, they'll ask me to go out with them... If that happens, I'll reject them immediately... I'm sorry, but I prefer to stay alone.

I must make them respect the team's rules. I won't fall in love with anyone. I won't have sex. I won't kiss anyone.

I'll die alone, it's decided, and nothing will change my mind!

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After leaving my clothes at Sara's house, we headed to the guild for breakfast.

Ufff. I'm starving. I wonder if they have desserts. I feel like scrambled eggs with beans... Oh... Right. Will there be beans or eggs in this world? Yesterday I only ate meat... Well, I'll order anything, I don't want to raise suspicion by ordering something they don't know.

"Tsk. Stupid shitty King," said a woman walking beside me.

I totally agree with you, miss. He used his own daughter and sacrificed chicken men just to test me, but at least it's clear he loves his daughter.

As we walked, two adventurers walked alongside us and I overhear them talking. Sorry for being nosy, but since you mentioned the King, I must listen to you. Any information would be useful to me.

"Has King Finder still not accepted?"

His name is Finder? Fufu. Finder. How strange.

"No, and apparently, the other Kings are planning something against him."

Do the Kings of other countries want to fight with this country while we are at war with the demons? What stupidity.

"I wish the Kings of Grenfor were united. Those monsters would already be dead."

I guess they're referring to the demons... Wait, the Kings of this country?

I'm curious about what they're saying... The Kings? Are there more than one ruling this country? That's weird.

Why are there more than one King? Did the family split in the past and the territories were divided? Well, the history doesn't matter to me, as long as it teaches me something useful.

"I thought there was only one King. How many Kings are there in the country?" I asked Sara.

"There are four kingdoms around the country. We are ruled by King Freis."

... Freis? And we continue with the strange names.

Thanks for the help, Sara.

"Well, well... I see."

Four Kings... Oh, that sounds like trouble.

I pulled out my phone and looked at the map... Mmm... The country has the shape of Africa, only narrower and a bit longer. This Kingdom is located in the center, just a little further north.

Mmm... I see... Interesting... I still have a lot to investigate and see.

Well, Daniel, it's only your second day, don't get desperate and take it easy. Anyway, if our theory is correct, the powerful demons won't attack us for a while, I think in about two or three months.

I won't let my guard down, but I won't worry either. I'll take things slowly. My grandmother told me that studying with stress wouldn't give me any benefits, I suppose the same goes for this. If I stress out, I won't give good results. I'll take things slowly, at least at the beginning.

"Hey, handsome."

"Eh?!"

A woman with huge breasts and in underwear is hugging me?! Ahhhhhhhh! Indecent! Noooooo! I don't want them to think I'm a pervert!

"I have an offer just for you. I'll give you my services completely free."

"I refuse firmly!"

I ran away like the coward I am.

How embarrassing! Everyone was looking at me! Why would she offer those kinds of things to me, a person she doesn't know?! Sex should only be had with the person you love! I won't have sex before marriage! I won't disappoint my grandmother! She told me that sex is only done after marriage, I won't have it before!

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After calming down and being caught up by Sara, we entered the guild and the adventurers watched us. I feel embarrassed that they are looking at me so much, and I turned red in such a situation.

"I feel a little embarrassed."

"And you get too nervous with just a hug. Are you sure you're a man?"

"I-I'd rather not talk about it."

And it wasn't just a hug, that woman was offering me sexual services! Anyone would get nervous!

Ignoring my nervousness, we sat down at a table and a waitress came over to us.

"Would you like to order?"

Ah... It smells delicious... I'm very hungry. I'll eat until I'm satisfied. I would say I'll eat as much as I can, but eating until I'm satisfied is more than enough for me.

"I want a plate of your best food and water, please. Thank you very much, miss."

"Hehe. In addition to being handsome and powerful, you're polite." she said, winking.

S-shit... Sorry for the bad language, grandma, but I couldn't help it.

I'm used to those kinds of comments, but combined with the fact that everyone is watching me, I can't help but feel even more nervous.

I look down to play with my fingers. I can't look her in the eyes.

"I want some fire-type beef and beer." said Sara.

Huh? Beer? Well, well.

Fire-type beef? Is it a cow made of fire or something like that? It sounds interesting.

We paid and the waitress left.

"Fire-type?" I said confused.

"They're cows that live in the red zone, their meat is expensive, but it's delicious. It's worth the price."

"Red zone? What's that?"

"... It's an area where everything is surrounded by fire and lava. It's difficult to be there."

Sounds cool, but dangerous... When I feel ready, I'll go.

I need to become stronger.

"I have to visit it someday."

"By the way, Daniel, are you afraid of women?"

"Not that I know of. Why?"

"You get too nervous with women who flirt with you."

"W-well... Well, well... Sorry, I'm a bit shy, that's all."

"Shy...? Ah..."

Sara sighed and crossed her arms.

"You're handsome, Daniel, and powerful too. You must have grown up hearing that all the time. Why do you keep getting nervous and shy? You're not acting, you're really getting nervous. Why?"

"I don't know, that's just who I am. How do you expect me to act? Like Sandro?"

"No, I just..."

"Sara, my grandmother raised me to be a polite and respectful boy to all people, I would never look at women as objects, that's why I don't take advantage of my appearance to date all the girls who are attracted to me. And the reason I get nervous and shy is... Well... Because that's just who I am."

"But it's not normal for you to get so nervous. Could it have to do with some past trauma?"

"... I don't want to talk about it. Never. Do you understand?"

"But..."

"Please, I beg you... Do you understand?"

"Yes... Okay."

I don't want to remember that.

A minute later, the waitress returned with our food.

My plate of food has meat and vegetables. Basic, but delicious. Sara's plate has juicy meat, and next to the plate, the waitress leaves a large glass of beer.

I'm disgusted by beer, but that juicy meat looks delicious. Mental note: buy some of that meat for lunch. With love, Daniel.

"Thank you." we both say.

I gave her 5 coins as a tip. I would give more, but for now, I need to keep more money for myself.

The waitress leaves, and we start to eat.

Mmm... Wow, it's quite basic, but very delicious. And cheap too. The food in this world is definitely worth it, although I have so many dishes left to try.

I watch as Sara starts drinking her beer... Is that normal too? Is Sara of legal drinking age? She doesn't seem like it.

"Aren't you a little young to be drinking beer? How old are you, young lady?"

"I'm 15."

... Minors can drink?! There are no laws in this world!

"Uh, yeah, you're very young."

We continue eating. The meat in this world is very delicious, but Sara's meat looks even more delicious. I want to try all the food in this world! During my travels, I'll make sure to eat the typical dishes of every city or town I visit.

"The meat in this place is delicious... So, how will we find companions?"

For now, I do need adventure companions. Later, I'll have to abandon them.

I'm a novice right now, I'll need a lot of help to defeat my enemies, but in the future, I'll be powerful because I'll have gained experience. When I'm more powerful, my enemies will also be. When that happens, my companions won't be useful anymore, and I'll abandon them. It's cruel, but it's for the best. I don't want them to die because of me.

"We'll put up a request sign. With your magical power, you'll attract very powerful adventurers in no time, you don't have to worry. I'm pretty sure that by the end of the day, we'll have at least two or three very capable companions to follow us."

"I see..."

Sometimes, the strongest are the most arrogant and annoying. I want to have good and kind companions because I have to put up with them for at least a year. I won't be able to tolerate the company of rude or arrogant adventurers.

"That sounds good. I just hope we don't have annoying companions."

I want to have male companions to avoid the cliché of having only female companions... But if I only attract strong women, I'll accept them because I need all the help I can get. But I'll make it very clear that the rules can't be broken for any reason, to avoid any misunderstandings in the future. I don't want them to think that I'm trying to conquer them with any of my actions and indirectly give them false hopes.

After a few minutes, I finished my delicious meal. I ordered two more dishes, but now I'm full.

We finished eating, and Sara takes out a piece of paper, a small jar of black ink, and a white feather pen from the pockets of her skirt.

Did she have that all the time? That's a bit weird... Why is everyone in this place so weird? No... I think I'm the weird one.

Well, she's a teacher, I guess she's always ready to take notes on some observation or something like that... I guess.

Wow, that side of her seems admirable to me. And she's still too young. Surely in the future, she'll be even smarter and more powerful. I hit the jackpot with her!

Although I think she's a bit wicked, but I only think that way because my way of thinking is adapted to my world, not this one. I have no right to judge the actions that people in this world consider normal, since I'm not from this world. It's like a Mexican telling a Japanese person how to behave, it doesn't make sense, since they're from two completely different countries. The same thing happens with this issue.

"Do you have that all the time?"

"Yes, you never know when you'll need it. I also have bandages and a knife."

She's a very smart girl... I quite like that.

"How cautious... Although it seems uncomfortable. Wouldn't it be better to use a bag?"

"I prefer to use my pockets."

I suppose she has her reasons for not using a bag.

Sara starts writing... Oh, that reminds me that I need to learn to read... No, it's not necessary... Anyway, I'm going to die in a couple of years. I don't think I need to learn to read. Sara can translate for me, and when I part from her, I'll be more than accustomed to this world, so it won't matter if I can't read. Learning to read will take me time, time that I could use to learn more about this world and train.

That's one of the reasons why I don't want to fall in love either. I'll die at the end of my adventure. I'll die fighting... Or if I win, I'll commit suicide. I'll die in either of the two outcomes.

To be honest... I want to die... If God exists, that means there's a paradise. I'll see my grandmother again when I die.

I'll be able to see my father again.

And I'll meet my mother... My mother.

... Oh, suicidal thoughts are coming back. No, go away! God needs me, I can wait!

"Wait... Mmm... Done."

She shows me the paper. It's strange letters, but cute... Mmm... I guess it looks good... I don't know.

"Is it okay?"

"Remember, I can't read."

Ouch. Admitting it is pretty embarrassing. I guess I should learn to read.

"I'm sorry. It says here: 'Daniel Conde and Sara Churs need companions. Please meet with them for an interview.' Should I add the requirements?"

"I think it's fine like this. We won't be too demanding."

We'll get powerful companions, but adding requirements would make us look like we only care about power. We'll also be looking at the personalities and behavior history of the interested parties.

Yes, that sounds good... Wait... Churs?

"Churs? Is that your middle name?"

"It's my last name."

"Pfff."

I unconsciously let out a laugh. Sorry, Sara, but it's a pretty funny last name.

Sara looks at me with a red face... She seems nervous and embarrassed... Shit, now I feel bad.

I know it's wrong to laugh at people, but I really couldn't help laughing. It's the first time I've heard that last name, and it sounds like a sneeze.

"Does my last name make you laugh?" she said, nervous and somewhat angry with me.

"I sincerely apologize. It's just that it sounds weird and I'm not used to hearing last names like yours. I'm so sorry."

Although "Conde" is also a bit weird... Are there more weird last names in this world?

Sara sighed.

"Ah, it's okay. I'll overlook it just this once."

"T-thank you."

Sara stands up and puts the sign on the wall.

Hmmm... Now that I think about it, I think the requirements were necessary... Well, she already put it up, there's no turning back now.

"Now we wait."

I wonder how long it will take to find companions. Considering my newfound popularity, plus the fame Sara already had, I must mentally prepare myself to be surrounded by people interested in joining my team. Please, one at a time, don't crowd.

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Ah... Well... This is disappointing.

Do they perhaps fear us? Why isn't anyone coming?! I'm Daniel, the adventurer with all types of magic! Aren't I interesting enough for you?! Well, well. You're more demanding than I thought.

Although it's most likely that they're afraid of me. I'm a rare existence in this world, it's obvious that they would be afraid of me and keep their distance from me.

Sorry, Sara, my presence scares away adventurers.

"🎶 Ta... Ta... Tatatata.... Nanana... Nenanana... Sapan... Cheese... Bean... Rice... Death to NTR.🎶"

Ah... Why isn't anyone coming?

Singing nonsense things relaxes me and helps me not to stress... Ah, this is disappointing.

Hey, adventurers, I know you probably think I'm a monster, but I'm quite pleasant. Don't be afraid of me, please. I can even make some cookies for you.

"🎶 After people are born, they live in fear. How will I survive in this world without opportunities? Unemployment, poverty, corruption, and violence. World peace will never be achieved. The third world war ruined what little good was left in our country. The United States disappeared and Japan conquered us. Russia and Japan are now the owners of Mexico and our life changed. Education improved, but poverty increased...🎶"

Ah, why did I start singing something so depressing? I'm really bored.

"Eh? You sing nicely, but... What is Mexico, Japan, and Russia?"

Oh, that's right, those countries don't exist in this world. I have to change the story a bit so as not to raise any suspicion.

"They're... They're... Hmm... How do I explain it to you...? They're small villages. There was a village called "United States." An AI... I mean, an artificial intelligence... Uh, I mean... An evil monster took over the United States."

Actually, a mad scientist created a powerful artificial intelligence and took over the United States.

"That monster attacked Russia and Japan, killing hundreds of thousands of people."

"So many?!"

"I was exaggerating... It only killed 40 people, maybe more, I don't remember the exact number."

I think it was millions... The exact number was never given. According to what I heard and researched, about 87% of the population died, although some say that actually 94% of humanity disappeared. But, to be honest, I personally think it was more, like 97%, because most of the countries in Europe, Africa, and Asia became ghost countries, as the AI controlled the bombs that those countries had in their possession and detonated them, and in the process also detonated the nuclear bombs they had before they could use them against it.

The explosions and nuclear radiation ended up killing most humans on those continents. The American continent was saved only because the AI was in the United States.

"The monster replaced the leader of the United States with a... monster."

The President of the United States and many important politicians were replaced by robots.

"And the leader declared war on Japan and Russia... Why? The monster wanted to know more about human behavior during a real war... Hundreds of people died in that war."

Millions of humans died in the war... Including my great-grandparents. My paternal grandparents were orphans and fell in love in the orphanage.

My grandmother told me that story and told me that not everything is always bad, there will always be good things in life, it's just a matter of having hope.

"Mexico was an ally of the United States."

In fact, Mexico was not on any side at first, but the president was also replaced by a robot and forced Mexicans to participate in the war, and Mexico became an ally of the United States.

"Japan, along with Russia, created a powerful nuclear bomb... A very powerful magical bomb."

A nuclear bomb... The most powerful one that has ever existed.

"It was dropped on the United States... And the United States disappeared forever."

Literally, the whole country disappeared, killing all the humans that were in that country, including the innocent ones... And almost half of Mexico.

They managed to eliminate that artificial intelligence, but at a great cost. The environmental damage almost finished killing humans, but fortunately, Japan and Russia managed to clean the air before more humans died.

The north of Mexico and the south of Canada were also affected. Mexico had lost half of its territory when the United States stole it, and now half of Mexico was no longer habitable.

Mexico surrendered quickly to avoid another bomb, and Russia and Japan conquered us. Basically, they stole our territories, as their countries were also heavily affected by the nuclear bombs that were detonated in other countries. Only they were able to prevent their own bombs from exploding, but that only gave them time to plan their attack against the United States, but that did not mean that their countries would be habitable for much longer.

When the war ended, survivors from other continents traveled to America while their countries were being cleaned up, although it would take many years and resources, both natural and economic.

There were enormous changes in the country... A large number of foreigners began to live in Mexico.

Russia and Japan cleaned up the nuclear waste and started to improve the country. Obviously, none of that was free. All the minerals, oil, raw materials, all of that belonged to Russia and Japan, and Mexico got the leftovers, despite being forced to participate in the war.

The war left us poorer than we already were.

I admit that, after the Japanese and Russians conquered us, the country began to improve... Well, it had been more than 50 years since the war and it was not our fault, an artificial intelligence planned the whole war. That was discovered a year before the disappearance of the United States thanks to a recording that the artificial intelligence sent to the president of Russia.

Millions of Mexicans were victims of the war, and Japan and Russia helped us move on.

There were many changes... First, Mexicans adopted Japanese and Russian customs, because more than 89% of Mexicans had died, and Japan and Russia sent citizens from their countries so that Mexico could continue to exist.

Basically, we became Japanese and Russians through the mix. Mexicans marrying Japanese and Russians, Russians with Japanese, blah, blah, blah. Mexico became a strange mixture of traditions and customs from three different countries.

My grandparents were orphaned and adopted by Japanese.

As I am 100% Mexican, despite having only one surname, everyone calls me by my name and not by my surname.

So many customs and traditions... So many deaths... All because of an artificial intelligence... Ah... Technology can be a blessing, but also a curse.

Mmm... Now that I remember, Cris and his sister whose name I don't even want to mention, have Russian blood running through their veins. No wonder they're blond. Well, since I've never cared about appearance, I never took that into account.

And I think Diana, a classmate, is 100% Japanese. That girl was quite kind and intelligent, I always wanted to be her friend... Well, it's not worth remembering the past.

On to the waiting... Ah, I'll buy more food while I wait.

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I finished my fifth plate of food and rubbed my abdomen. Even though I ate so much, I haven't gained any weight, it doesn't even seem like I ate 7 plates of food. Could it be some extra ability that my body has? Well, I'm not complaining, I quite like it.

I would eat more using this new ability, but I could be wrong and end up gaining weight. I have nothing against overweight people, but I need to stay slim to move faster and without any problems. If I gain weight, my body will weigh me down and I'll tire more quickly. I'd rather avoid that.

"Will you order more?" Sara asked me with a judgmental look.

S-sorry, I know it seems very greedy of me to eat so much, but it's not my fault. It's been a long time since I've eaten this much and I have to take advantage of it.

"N-no, I'm already satisfied."

I feel embarrassed about ordering more.

I'll finish my orange juice and continue waiting.

"Fufu. Hello, Daniel! What a pleasant surprise."

"Hello. Good morning, Sandro," I said out of courtesy, although I don't like seeing him that much.

Sandro hates me, so Sandro equals problems for me.

After waiting for almost an hour for someone to come, the first person who approaches us is someone who hates me and possibly wants to annoy me.

Sandro sits at our table... Did he come to bother me again?

"I heard you're looking for teammates. I'll give you the privilege of joining my team."

Don't think you're so important. Don't call it a privilege.

"Thanks for the offer, but no. Goodbye."

"Are you sure? Look over there."

He points his index finger at some girls, his girlfriends. The girls are very beautiful, but I'm not interested... Do you want to convince me with that? Pathetic.

Also, what kind of man offers his own girlfriends? Disgusting. Why are they with him?

"Those are my teammates, if you join my team, I'll share all those beauties with you. We'll have some fun later, I'll let you participate if you join my team."

... Seriously, you're the second man I hate the most. The first is the idiot who stole my girlfriend.

Sonia, why did you cheat on me with him? I don't understand. Damn it.

"They're pretty, but I can't stand being near you. Goodbye."

"Come on, come on. Will you pass up this unique opportunity? Kimber knows how to move pretty well, and Yesein's mouth will make you see stars."

... Huh? One of his girlfriends is making a gesture with her hand and mouth, as if she's sucking on... How awkward.

The others wink at me and one of them shows me her ***** butt, as she pulled down her skirt.

... I don't understand this world. Do people really have so much sexual freedom? They barely know me, they shouldn't offer me their bodies!

"No. And stay away from me, you disgust me. You should respect your girlfriends more, idiot."

"As you wish, more for me. Goodbye."

Sandro gets up and leaves... That was easy.

Sandro doesn't seem strong... But I can't judge someone by their appearance, that's a big mistake. Novels and anime have taught me to never judge someone by their appearance, that's a big mistake.

Sandro is powerful, I will never let my guard down with him.

"Is he really strong?" I asked Sara, just to make sure.

"He doesn't seem like it, but yes."

Ah... God, why do you give so much power to people like that? Although I suppose it's random and you have nothing to do with it. Or is it that the environment makes them that way? Maybe power corrupts them.

... Will I ever be like him? Will I let myself be corrupted by having so much power? Will I become someone who has sex with any girl? I'm afraid that will happen. I won't change... I don't want to change.

"Oh, honey!"

Wh-what?

Sandro is kissing two of his girlfriends while caressing their butts... Ahhhhhh! How uncomfortable! I better leave! I can't stand being here any longer!

I get up from the table, ready to leave, but the presence of a girl stops me.

"Hello, hello, hello!"

"Hello?"

A girl who looks younger than us sits at our table without asking for permission. It's a bit rude, but I can let it pass.

The girl is blonde and has long hair, blue eyes, and is small. I would estimate she's about 140 or 145 centimeters tall. She wears a green dress with an image of an apple on it. She looks like a 12-year-old girl, but knowing how strange this world is, I can't judge people by their appearance. Maybe she's a 100-year-old elderly person, or a little child prodigy.

"What can we do for you, miss?" I ask.

"Hi, my name is Alex and I just saw that you're looking for teammates. I'd like to join your team, please!"

Ah... I have a feeling that she'll be the loli of the team. It's quite common in fantasy stories, but in real life, it's too uncomfortable.

I must make it clear that the team's rules are unbreakable, although I'm still unsure if she has what it takes to join.

I won't risk the life of a little girl.

"Are you an adventurer? How old are you?" Sara asked.

"I'm 16 years old, just had my birthday. Here's my card."

She looks much younger. Is she lying?

Alex hands Sara her card and she reads it.

"Wow..."

Huh? Sara seems quite surprised. What did she see on the card?

"You have three types of magic. It's quite surprising, considering your small appearance."

"Thank you...! Hey, I'm not small, I'm still growing!" she said, after realizing that Sara called her small.

She pouts... She's a girl with a childlike personality. How adorable, but also somewhat uncomfortable.

"Even though you're older than me, you look like a little girl, you have no breasts."

Alex gets a little angry, but she looks very cute when she's angry... It's quite adorable, I must admit.

"Yes, I'm flat-chested, but I'm very powerful!"

While Sara talks to Alex, doubts about the types of magic arise in my mind.

I know I have all types of magic, but I don't know them. How many are there?

"I don't understand the types of magic, can you explain them to me?" I said to Sara, looking for answers to my doubts.

"You don't know the types of magic?" said Alex, confused by my words.

Ah, yeah, I know, I sound like an idiot, but I'm new to this magic and adventurer stuff. Basically, I'm still in the tutorial of this video game called "new life."

"I don't know anything about magic, I'm ignorant about the subject," I said nervously, embarrassed that they might think I'm an idiot.

Even Sara looks incredulous, surprised by what I said.

"T-there are 10 types of magic: Light, Darkness, Water, Fire, Ground, Wind, Summoning, Fairy, Demon, and Angel," said Sara.

Fairy, Demon, and Angel?

Do fairies exist? Demons and angels exist, for obvious reasons, but do fairies exist? Awesome!

Although I'm worried that they might consider me a demon for having that kind of magic. Why didn't anyone make a fuss about having demonic magic?

Cristal questioned me during the trip, but never asked if I was a demon. Are there people with demonic magic? But even I have angel-type magic. Why didn't anyone make a fuss about that?

"Fairy, demon, and angel... Wow."

"They're the most powerful types of magic, which you even have. If you learn to control your magic perfectly, you'll be the most powerful adventurer in the world."

More powerful... I need to be... I need to learn to control my magic better. I shouldn't try, I must do it. The future of this world is in my hands.

"Wow, wow... By the way, Sara, why didn't anyone call me a demon or an angel for having those types of magic?"

"Mainly because of fear. Would you call someone like you a demon?"

I see. Wow. She's right. Fear... Maybe they didn't dare to call me a demon for fear of insulting me, and they didn't call me an angel for fear that I might really be a demon and find it offensive.

Fear, huh? No wonder so many people stay away from me.

I am too strange for them, I understand that.

But why haven't I met the guild master, country commanders or someone like that? Why aren't they investigating or talking to me directly?

Crystal treated me with respect after confirming my power... Do they fear me that much?

Fear... they don't want to bother me because they fear my power... Well, well.

Yes, this world needs my help. If someone like me is terrifying to them, I can't even imagine how they would react to much more powerful demons than the black demon.

"Daniel is amazing!" Alex said, taking me by surprise.

I remained silent for a long time, thinking about my current situation.

Sorry about that, Alex, but I couldn't help it. I've been having very strange days lately.

Huh? Alex got down on her knees. I feel bad, I don't want you to do that.

"Please let me join your team!"

Well... I don't know how to judge adventurers. I would like to reject you, but judging you by your appearance would be wrong of me. I'll leave that decision to Sara, the smart one in my team.

"Sara, you decide, please. I don't know how to judge people."

"Mmm... She has three types of magic, that's incredible to find, and she's available. We should let her join."

"Is it that rare?"

"Quite."

It may seem like nothing, but I suppose it's not normal for adventurers to have more than two types of magic.

Well, well. Truly, the humans in this world are so weak.

Every passing minute confirms that I definitely have to leave the team in a year and continue my journey alone.

"Well, welcome."

"Thank you, thank you, thank you!" Alex said, smiling and full of excitement.

I must make one very important thing clear to her.

"But there's one rule that can never, ever be broken."

"And what's that? I promise I'll never break it! I give you my word!"

"Team members can't date other team members. That means you and I will never be boyfriend and girlfriend or anything like that. Much less kiss or have sex. Do you agree?"

"W-what?"

Her excitement and happiness disappeared from her face. I'm sorry for crushing your hopes of getting something with me, but it will never happen.

"W-why?"

"My reasons are personal. Do you accept or not? It's your decision."

"W-well... Ah... Can it never be broken?"

"Never, without exceptions."

Alex looked at Sara and she nodded.

"He's not joking, it seems he really doesn't want a girlfriend."

"Ah..."

Alex sighed disappointedly and nodded slowly.

"I-it's okay, with a heavy heart, I accept joining and I will respect the rules."

"Thank you very much for your understanding."

I broke a girl's heart. Nothing new in my life.

Something cruel, but necessary. I won't give false hope to a girl.

She's very adorable... Please don't fall in love with me, it would be too uncomfortable. I prefer that you consider me a good friend only.

I don't want women who only go after my body close to me, I want true friends.

By the way, what kind of magic does Sara have? If it's quite popular and powerful, I'm sure she also has three types of magic, maybe more.

"Sara, what kind of magic do you have?"

"I also have three types of magic: Water, Fire and Ground."

Great, she also has three types of magic. She'll be very useful... Although I was hoping for her to have more.

Water, Fire and Ground... Quite common, but considering those elements are everywhere, it's quite useful.

"And you, Alex?"

"I have Wind, Fire, and Ground magic."

Almost like Sara, except for the wind magic. They will be quite compatible.

"What are the most common types of magic?"

"Water, Fire, and Ground are the most common," said Sara.

"One last question. Do fairies exist?"

"Huh? Of course they do, some live with royalty."

Great... Will they be small or large?

I hope they're small, they're much more adorable.

With royalty... Is Cristal a fairy and that's why she can fly? I doubt it, she didn't have wings. I wonder when I'll meet a fairy, I want to learn fairy spells. Can I become a little fairy? That would help me infiltrate the Demon King's castle or something.

"Amazing... I can't wait to see one," I said excitedly, imagining the possibilities that fairy magic will bring me.

And as I lost myself in my thoughts, Alex hit the table with her hands, bringing me back to reality.

Alex stood up excitedly from the table and raised both arms.

"Let's go on an adventure!"

"An adventure?"

It's too early for that. Besides, we need to find more companions. I want male companions!

"Maybe later, for now, we need to search... huh?"

Alex looked directly into my eyes with those very cute and adorable eyes. Is she psychologically attacking me? Damn it, it's too powerful of an attack. I've let my guard down with her!

I can't say no to those eyes. Maybe a quick mission would be enough to cheer her up and make her satisfied. Plus, I need money to create my own orphanage and village. I discovered that orphans abound in this world, due to constant attacks by bandits, monsters, and mainly because people die trying to get ahead as adventurers. This world is very dangerous, I can't allow those poor children to be begging on the streets. I want to give them a home, and I also want to create safe jobs for people.

That mission is secondary. My main mission will be to become more powerful to fight against the Demon King or the final boss this world has. I'll only give time to my secondary mission when I have some free time, but for now, I need the money to fulfill that mission.

Building the orphanage is easy, the expensive part will be getting them food, clothing, toys, and teachers to educate them. I need to acquire those resources so they have enough.

"Wow, okay... I guess we could go on a quick mission."

"Really?! Yupi! Thank you so much! I want to see you in action, leader!"

"Only Daniel, Alex, no one here is the leader... Well, and if it's mandatory to have a leader, I propose Sara."

"I refuse, I'm not good at being a leader. Won't we look for more companions?" said Sara.

"We'll do it later. Come on, let's see if there's an interesting mission."

We got up and headed to the mission board... I want to do an easy mission, we still need to get companions.

Mmm... Oh, interesting... Who am I kidding? I can't read.

"Sara, is there anything interesting?"

"Let's see... Well, I think I found one, but it's rank A. There's a job to explore a cave, they say that everyone who's gone in has disappeared."

"Sounds dangerous."

Too dangerous, honestly. It's a definite no.

"Wow. The reward is 20,000 gold coins. 40,000 if we find the missing people alive."

Oh... That's too much money just for exploring, it doesn't specify that we have to fight.

Mmm... It sounds like a dangerous mission, but I'm sure it's some demon or animal. I'm confident, but I don't know why.

I know being too confident is really bad, but I trust my abilities. If it's some demon, I'll use the spell that enhances my reflexes and strength, and escape with the girls from the place.

I repeat, this could be the stupidest thing I've ever done, but I trust my abilities. Besides, Sara and Alex have three types of magic, they are powerful. I must trust.

"What do you think, Sara, Alex?"

Before making a decision, I'll talk to them. I won't put them in danger just because of my own decision.

"It's rank A, but I think we can finish that mission together without too much trouble, as long as we stay together and don't split up," said Sara.

"A mission with a big reward will always be dangerous, but considering you defeated an S-rank monster, an A-rank monster won't be a match for you, Daniel!" said Alex.

The demon was S-rank? And that demon was one of the weakest... Yes, this world is doomed. If I fail, goodbye world.

"What rank are you guys?"

"I'm rank B, I haven't applied for rank A due to lack of time," said Sara.

"I'm rank D, I just started gaining more experience," said Alex.

"And I don't know what rank I am... F?"

"You're rank A immediately for defeating the black demon," said Sara.

Ah... That was faster than I imagined.

"And what rank is Sandro?"

"S-rank."

"Well, well."

I see... Well, I must admit that I'm surprised at how powerful Sandro is, at least compared to the others.

"We'll take that mission."

If there's any monster that I think I can't defeat, I'll escape. I won't put them in danger.

Sara and Alex don't seem nervous or scared. I don't know if that's good or bad.

Okay, Daniel, remember, the weak demon you defeated was S-class. An A-class monster is much weaker. I know you can do it. Just don't be scared and think carefully about your moves.

I took a breath... Okay... Be confident... Let's go.

"Let's go."

I hope I'm not being stupid for being so confident.

Daniel, don't be nervous, you're powerful, just focus on dodging and attacking with your powerful sword, it's simple. Don't get nervous... Ah... Okay... Let's go.

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And while Daniel and his companions were preparing for the mission, a certain God was watching him through a magic mirror while devouring a bag of chips.

"Hehe. You took the mission, huh? I want to see if you're capable of killing a dog, the animal you love the most."

The smile of a little child.

A very dangerous and important child.

The most important being in the universe.

He's watching Daniel through a magic mirror, while a long smile rests on his face.

"Reikme. Daniel. Kei... I'm not satisfied with them... Daniel, I hope you don't disappoint me. I've been waiting for this for a long time."

The supreme God, the God of Gods.

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(Pov- Daniel.)

After taking the mission, the three of us left the guild.

Well, according to the information we gathered, it is not known why they are disappearing, although the main suspicion is that it is some A-rank or higher monster.

And the person who requested adventurers for this mission is anonymous. That is quite rare, and it only increases my suspicions about this mission. I will be very careful with my movements.

"Where is the cave?"

"It's next to Iris Village."

"Iris Village... Sounds like a woman's name."

I take out my phone and open the map application.

"Iris Village? That's a rather ugly name."

Iris. Viris. Virus... Sounds weird.

"Wow..."

Alex observes my phone curiously. Ah, my phone stands out too much.

"What's that?"

"It's a phone, I'll explain later what it's for."

I don't have time to explain, it will take longer and we can't waste time.

I search the map and find it... Wow, wow. It's too far away. It will take us hours to travel on foot, or maybe we can go on a horse or something. Does this world have public transportation?

"It's a bit far."

Wait... That's right, I can fly.

I remember the speed I had when I flew. I'm incredibly fast flying. It will be faster if I go flying.

Besides, I can also be strong using a spell, I can carry them on my back and arms without any problem.

I think I'll arrive in a couple of minutes if I fly.

"But if I fly, we'll arrive quickly. Yes, it's decided, we'll fly."

Alex is too surprised to hear what I said and starts shaking me. Wow, wow, wow. His excitement is contagious. It's cute, but I'm getting dizzy.

"Flying?!"

"Are you sure?" Sara said, worried about my suggestion.

I guess she's never flown before. I hope she's not afraid of heights.

"Of course, no problem. Muslar asio!"

Perfect, I feel strong.

"Are you ready?"

"Of course!"

"Well... I guess," Sara said, not at all sure of what she's saying.

Don't worry, Sara, nothing will happen to you.

"Well, well... Okay... Back or arms?"

"Back!" Alex said immediately.

"Ah, I guess I got the arms."

"With your permission."

I carry Sara in my arms and she blushes. That blush on her face is cute, but I hope she's not misinterpreting my actions.

"Alex, climb on my back."

"Immediately!"

Alex jumps and climbs onto my back.

"This is embarrassing," Sara said, blushing.

It really is... Just a little bit... But it's necessary.

"I-I feel the same way," I said nervously.

Carrying a girl in my arms and another on my back is very uncomfortable, although it's not the first time I've carried a girl. Sonia always jumped on my back to surprise me and I also carried her in my arms so she could feel like the princess she was to me... Ahhhhhhhh! Why did she deceive me...?! Ah... No, Daniel, don't think about her. Forget the past... Forget the past.

"Well, well... Ah... Well, according to the map, we'll reach the village if I fly straight ahead. You have to hold on tight to me if you don't want to fall. Are you ready?"

"I'm ready!"

"J-just don't go too fast."

All the adventurers are looking at us strangely. Yes, yes, I know, it looks like we're playing, but they'll soon be surprised.

You will see an adventurer fly... Although I still don't know if that's extremely rare or if there are adventurers who learned how to fly.

"Arches Nexus!"

I fly away from the village. Great, this speed makes me feel like I'm driving a sports car! I feel like I'm riding a motorcycle, and I say this from my own experience, as I tried to be a pizza delivery guy, but I quit when they tried to abuse me again... What luck.

Putting the past aside, this feels amazing!

I feel like a superhero!

I'm so excited, but I think only Alex and I share the same excitement. I wish I could say the same about Sara, but...

"Ahhhhhhhh!!" Sara screamed in fear, digging her nails into my arm and chest.

It hurts quite a bit, but I won't complain, I don't want to make Sara feel bad. It's quite understandable that Sara is so scared, because this is not something that happens every day.

"Incredible!" Alex exclaimed, excited.

Yes, Alex, I share your excitement. This feels great... Flying is amazing! Thank you, God, for giving me such a useful and incredible spell like this! It will save me a lot of time when I travel!

"Next stop, Iris village," I said, smiling.

I just hope everything goes well.

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