Percy was momentarily lost in thought as he processed the second Hard Alpha Quest. Faint memories of his parents surfaced—laughter, warmth, the security of home. These fragments of a once-whole family stirred a longing buried deep within him. The memory of his mother's gentle touch and his father's strong but reassuring presence reminded him of a happiness that had been stolen too soon.
But among these fleeting glimpses of joy, one truth remained constant—Camilia. The last piece of his family. The one he had sworn to protect.
His mind drifted to the years they spent alone together, relying on each other for comfort. Shared birthdays, whispered promises beneath the stars, the desperate attempts to provide for her, even when the world was cruel. In those moments, he had tried to be strong for her—tried to be enough.
Then, as if darkness seeped into his thoughts, harsher memories surfaced.
The abusive uncle, the manipulative aunt, their obnoxious daughters, the suffocating walls of a house that was supposed to be a home but never felt like one. Fear and alienation had been their constant companions, and yet, he had endured—for Camilia's sake.
But amidst the pain, there was one singular memory that stood out above the rest. A turning point.
Percy found himself recalling the day he had uncovered his mother's letter.
He had been ten years old when it happened.
Trailing behind his uncle on a cold, moonlit night, Percy had witnessed him slip into a hidden cabin near their estate. Suspicion had flared within him, and against all better judgment, he followed.
Inside, amidst stacks of old furniture and dust-laden relics of the past, he had found it. A letter, carefully sealed, addressed to him. The delicate strokes of the handwriting were unmistakable—his mother's.
Even at such a young age, he had understood what this meant.
It was a final message, left behind like an invisible embrace.
"Hello, my beautiful Starlight…"
The words hit him like a tidal wave, threatening to drown him in emotions too big for his small frame. His mother's voice seemed to whisper through the ink, and for a moment, it was as if she was there, holding him close.
She spoke of regrets—of the future that had been stolen from them. Of love unspent, moments unshared. She told him she was sorry.
He wanted to keep reading, but his hands trembled. His heart ached.
"I will always be by your side."
A painful reassurance. A truth he could not see, nor feel, nor touch—but needed to believe.
The letter urged him to remain strong for Camilia. To protect her. To not let grief consume him, for time would force him forward, whether he wanted to move or not.
Then, something unexpected.
A secret.
"Hidden near the heart of our family, you will find a box containing clues to the keys that access our safes. Your father and I created this as a security measure—to ensure that the wealth we amassed would remain protected, accessible only to you and your sister."
For a moment, young Percy could almost hear his father's voice, teaching him about foresight and preparation.
A new determination settled in his chest as he continued reading.
"The key to the first step lies within you. I hope this letter gives you the strength to move forward, my dear children. Every moment spent with you was a treasure. There comes a time when children must forge their own paths, watched over by their parents. Though our path was cut short, I have faith that you will persevere and make a difference in the world.
Remember always, I love you. My wonderful blessings."
Percy had broken down completely.
Tears he didn't know he was holding in fell freely.
She was gone. She was gone. And yet… her words were here.
A final gift. A last push forward.
With time, he had uncovered the first clue hidden within their estate, setting him on a path he had never expected. Each discovery led him deeper, until he finally obtained the final key.
And with it—access to his parents' hidden wealth.
The revelation had changed everything.
He had used it to secure a better life for Camilia, bringing her into the truth of their family's past. When he showed her the letter, she had cried in his arms, grief mixing with bittersweet relief.
And then—she had forgiven.
That day, everything shifted.
A weight had lifted, though the pain of loss remained. But through the letter, through the clues, through their parents' foresight… Percy had finally felt like he was no longer standing in the dark.
He had taken his first step forward.
And now, reading the Alpha Quest that would take him to the frozen wastelands, he wondered—
(Was it time to take the next step?)
Pulled from the depths of his memories, Percy grappled with a staggering realization.
"I can't—can't believe it. Are my parents… still alive?"
His voice barely registered above a whisper, the weight of the revelation threatening to crush everything he thought he knew.
He had spent years mourning them. Believing in their deaths. Accepting the reports, the cold official statements, the loss.
Yet now—
"I never saw their bodies."
That singular thought sent a shiver down his spine, a crack forming in the solid foundation of what he had always believed.
Had he been deceived? Had he unknowingly accepted a lie?
And if so…
(Who wanted him to believe his parents were dead?)
The revelation ignited something within him.A fire. A need. A purpose.
"If my parents are alive…"
His blue-gold eyes burned with fierce, unrelenting determination.
"I have to find them."
"Master?"
Beta's voice pulled him from his spiraling thoughts.
Percy inhaled deeply, steadying himself. His emotions threatened to consume him, but he knew—rushing in recklessly wouldn't help.
Strength. He needed strength.
"I know, Beta. I need to become stronger first. Rushing into the unknown could endanger them… and myself."
Beta, sensing his resolve, felt a quiet satisfaction. The challenges Percy had faced were shaping him—not just as a mage, but as a leader, a survivor, and a force to be reckoned with.
"To further your growth, might I suggest accessing the Infinite Skills Library next?" Beta proposed.
Percy exhaled, releasing the lingering tension in his chest. Yes. He needed to prepare.
"Open the Infinite Skills Library."
"Right away, Master!"
🌌 The Infinite Skills Library 🌌
The very air around him shifted.
Percy felt gravity tilt, his body momentarily pinned against the window as reality itself began to warp.
The walls of his room dissolved, fading into an endless expanse.
Bookshelves stretched far beyond his sight, each one towering like cathedrals of knowledge, reaching into the void of space. The atmosphere shimmered with floating orbs of starlight, casting a soft glow over the endless corridors of wisdom.
"Incredible," Percy whispered, utterly awestruck.
"Beta," he called, relieved to see the familiar blue screen appear before him.
"Always here, Master," Beta reassured. "And yes, this is the Infinite Skills Library. It holds knowledge spanning from the order of the heavens to the chaos of destruction."
Before Beta could continue, a sudden presence sent a ripple through the air.
Percy turned sharply—
A figure had appeared.
An elderly monk, clad in flowing emerald robes, stood before him, his presence gentle yet absolute.
Percy's breath hitched.
The man had materialized out of nowhere.
The monk's calm eyes observed Percy with a quiet, knowing amusement.
A chuckle escaped his lips.
"I see my arrival was quite unexpected," the monk mused, his voice soothing yet powerful. "My apologies for the surprise."
Percy, though momentarily caught off guard, quickly bowed in respect.
The monk returned the bow gracefully, his emerald robes flowing like liquid silk.
He studied Percy with an unreadable expression.
"The Universe Supreme has chosen well this time," he murmured, his words steeped in ancient wisdom.
"May the strings of your destiny weave a more favorable ending than those of the chosen ones before you."
Percy felt a chill.
"Chosen ones… before me?"
He met the monk's gaze, his caution sharpening.
Who was this man?
What did he know?
But more importantly—
What did he mean by "Universe Supreme?"
Choosing his words carefully, Percy bowed once more in deference.
"Great one, what do you mean by 'Universe Supreme?'"
The monk's smile deepened.
And in that moment—Percy knew.
He was about to hear something that would change everything.
The monk regarded Percy with an expression of knowing patience, his aged eyes reflecting untold wisdom.
"Child," he began, his voice rich with an ancient cadence, "in due time, you will come to understand the intricate mechanisms of cause and effect that govern our universe. But for now, you are here to explore the capabilities of the Infinite Omega System, are you not?"
Percy felt an unexplainable compulsion to answer honestly, as if deceit was not just impossible—but irrelevant.
"Yes, Great One," Percy replied, bowing deeply. His respect was not forced. It was genuine.
The monk's brows lifted in mild surprise.
"Interesting," he murmured. "Your path in this reincarnation is brighter—vastly different from your past."
Percy stiffened slightly at the cryptic words.
"Reincarnation…?"
Before he could ask for clarification, the monk gestured outward.
"Child of the universe, feel free to explore my library. It holds the most comprehensive collection of knowledge ever assembled. What has been written, what is being written, and what is yet to be written—all is contained here."
A path ahead suddenly brightened, a golden light illuminating its way forward.
The energy hummed, beckoning him forward.
Percy took a deep breath and stepped toward it, but before proceeding fully, he turned back to bid the monk farewell—
Only to find him gone.
He exhaled sharply through his nose.
"Should've expected that."
Percy ventured deeper into the illuminated corridor, and soon, his awe overwhelmed any lingering thoughts of the monk.
The books…They called to him.
"These titles are insane," Percy murmured, his fingers brushing against the aged spines of the books floating by.
➤ 'Beginner's Guide to Cultivating a Spiritual Root'
➤ '52 Ways to Access the Primal Energy of the World'
➤ 'Cato's Tome of Ancient Mysteries Surrounding the Chaos Realm'
The endless list stretched before him. Knowledge beyond worlds. Beyond time.
He reached for a tome labeled 'The Three Forbidden Tenets of Arcane Energy,' when—
"Master," Beta's voice cut through the air, sharp and urgent.
Percy froze.
"Stay focused," Beta cautioned. "The librarian failed to mention something… crucial. The fog enveloping this area is not ordinary. It is an ancient entity—a living force designed to ensnare those who wander into its mist."
Percy stiffened.
"It disorients, confuses, and can trap even the most skilled minds—forever."
A cold shiver ran down Percy's spine.
The feeling of being watched.
The hazy tendrils curling at the edges of his vision.
The whispering hum in the air.
It hadn't been his imagination.
Percy clenched his fists, pushing through the illusion. A newfound clarity sliced through the fog like a blade, snapping him back to reality.
"Thanks, Beta," he exhaled, his muscles slowly relaxing. "I almost got lost in that mist."
"It's no problem," Beta reassured him.
But Percy wasn't finished.
"That explains the feeling of being watched since I started walking. This library itself… it's a test."
"I believe you're correct, Master," Beta confirmed. "The Infinite Omega System seeks to foster your growth in all aspects. Not just magically or physically—but spiritually as well."
Percy nodded, a new determination settling into his stance.
"Beta, can you help me locate specific books I need?"
"Yes, Master! I'd be happy to assist!" Beta responded eagerly.
"Good. Then I'll accept the three easy Alpha Quests… and the first medium difficulty one."
Several glowing screens appeared in front of Percy, listing his selected quests:
✅ Easy:
➤ Create Magic Circles – (Reward: 5 AP)
➤ Help Angelica Facilitate Her Dual Element Awakening – (Reward: 5 AP)
➤ Learn Second Circle Magic – (Reward: 10 AP)
✅ Medium:
➤ Become a Fourth Circle Mage in 6 Months – (Reward: 15 AP)
But as he confirmed his acceptance, a new notification appeared.
Warning:
"The first three quests have no deadline. However, the medium difficulty quest must be completed within six months. Failure to complete will result in divine retribution and significant alterations to Earth's natural flow. Do you wish to proceed?"
Percy tensed.
Divine retribution.
Significant alterations to Earth's natural flow.
He hesitated for only a fraction of a second.
Then, his resolve hardened.
"Yes. I accept."
The moment Percy accepted, the library's atmosphere shifted.
The air grew heavy.
The glowing stars above flickered.
And then—
Darkness fell.
The library vanished.
The black sky above was replaced by an endless void, stretching infinitely in all directions.
Percy's breath hitched.
A primal fear curled around his heart—something ancient, something inexplicably terrifying.
A memory? A warning?
Or something watching him from beyond?
And then—
It was gone.
The world snapped back to normal in an instant. The library was as it had been. The stars resumed their peaceful twinkle.
As if nothing had happened.
But Percy knew better.
He could still feel it.
That thing.
Whatever it was.
Watching.
Waiting.
"Beta." His voice was low. Steady. "What the hell was that?"
Beta responded after a pause.
"Accepting an Alpha Quest strengthens your foundations of power—but there is a risk."
Percy's jaw clenched.
"The monk's words," Beta continued, her tone now more somber. "The strings of destiny. The gears of cause and effect. These are not metaphors. They are fundamental laws that govern the world."
Percy listened intently.
"Alpha Quests interact with the delicate balance of life's natural flow. Deviating too far creates ripples."
Her voice dropped lower.
"Ripples that can shake the very fabric of existence."
A silence stretched between them.
Percy exhaled.
He had already known.
Somewhere, deep inside, he had felt it.
He had felt the weight of something beyond comprehension.
And yet—
"Then I'll just have to be careful."
He wouldn't back down.
Not now.
Not ever.
Percy listened intently as Beta elucidated the profound implications of his actions.
"Every being's life is meticulously planned so that each individual serves a purpose," Beta explained, her tone carrying a weight Percy hadn't considered before.
"For instance, if you complete an Alpha Quest and, in doing so, inadvertently save a boy meant to die in a car crash, you alter his destiny. This deviation is noted by the Hands of Destiny—an ancient, near-omnipotent entity—which then weaves a new path for the boy."
Percy's fingers twitched, his mind racing through the possibilities.
"But that's not all."
Beta continued, her voice dipping into a serious tone.
"This act of alteration impacts the lives previously intertwined with his original fate, causing widespread, immeasurable consequences."
"Someone meant to be saved might not be. Someone meant to meet him never will."
"Such changes, no matter how small, create a chain reaction—an intricate web of cause and effect rippling through existence."
Percy felt a weight settle upon him.
It wasn't just about his own life anymore.
Every action—every choice—would send ripples across reality itself.
"So, it's like a combination of the butterfly effect and a domino effect—by changing one thing, I unknowingly alter everything, everywhere."
He needed confirmation.
"Yes, Master," Beta affirmed.
Percy paused, absorbing the magnitude of the system's power.
A system that bends fate.
A system that even the Hands of Destiny must adjust to.
"This system… truly is beyond anything in this world," he mused, his blue-gold eyes flickering with determination.
He had two choices.
Fear it.
Or master it.
Resolute, Percy straightened his posture.
There was only one path forward.
"There's nothing to do but complete the quests I've accepted."
He turned to Beta.
"Beta, let's gather what I need."
➤ First, find the books to help with the initial quests—especially anything that will assist in creating my first Magic Circle.
➤ Then, locate a ritual that can aid Angelica in harmonizing her dual elements.
➤ Next, a tome on Spatial Magic for learning Second Circle Magic.
And finally—
His gaze sharpened.
"Open the Omega Artifact Store."
A spark of excitement flickered through his voice.
Beta hummed in response, bringing up a screen.
As the menu of legendary artifacts loaded before his eyes, a single thought crossed his mind.
"Let's see what treasures await."