On March 21, 2022, Kim Ji-Kai boarded a plane bound for Egypt—his next destination—following the lead he'd obtained from his previous mission, which, as was well known, had ended in failure.
Inside the plane, Ji-Kai sat in economy class. Despite having plenty of money, he disliked wasting it meaninglessly.
Even so, the seats were comfortable and the service was decent—though he had some trouble dealing with the flight attendants who kept asking for his personal number.
Park Jae-Ron, who had died in his former life, had reincarnated into the body of Kim Ji-Kai, the eldest son of the Ji family.
A handsome young man with a stern expression, his long hair was carefully styled in what he liked to call "The Wolf Cut." Having black hair only made him look more striking.
His facial features also added to his distinct appearance—eyes that were both sharp and wide, a rare combination. His irises.
however, were simply gray, which made them seem rather ordinary compared to the rest of him.
[Notification]
[Status Window Updated]
« What? Again? Isn't this weird? That's the second time this has happened… As far as I remember, it never even did this once before. »
Ji-Kai grumbled, but his curiosity eventually got the better of him. He decided to check the latest updates.
« System, open my Status Window » he whispered quietly, making sure not to draw any attention to himself.
[Status Window]
[Name : Kim Ji-Kai ] [Age : 21 ]
[Height : 184 CM ] [Blood Type : A+ ]
[Strength : 13 / 100 ]
[Endurance : 17 / 100 ]
[Speed : 12 / 100 ] [Physique : 11 / 100 ]
[Intelligence : 30 ]
[Combat Intelligence : 20 ]
[Mana : 100 ] [Specialization : Undefined ]
[Mana Level : 5 / 100 ]
[Overall Level : 20 / 100 ]
[Notification]
[ Additional points obtained and automatically assigned to Endurance (a newly unlocked stat ]
[ Display has been updated to show more detailed information. ]
[ Relationship Window is now available ]
[ Missions List is now available ]
« What the hell!? I can't believe it—I'm already level twenty! That's amazing! »
« Wait… who gave the system permission to use my precious points however it wants?! This is tyranny! Dictatorship! »
Ji-Kai looked simultaneously pleased and irritated, but he soon focused again on the data before him.
« Damn it… I'm literally a walking lamppost… » he muttered sarcastically, though his expression stayed serious.
Still, he had to admit—this system update made things more comfortable. He could now see extra details like his age, height, and blood type.
They might seem trivial, but to him, they somehow mattered.
« Wait… it mentioned something about relationships and quests, didn't it? Let's see… » Ji-Kai took a moment to recall, then finally remembered.
« System ... » he whispered
« show me the Relationship Window. »
[Relationship Window]
[ This section provides comprehensive information about people you have an established connection with.]
[ Their data is archived within the system, allowing access at any time. ]
« Useful explanation. It's basically a record—a storage of personal data. Interesting. »
[Note]
[ No information will be recorded about individuals who ignore your existence. Only those who have introduced themselves to you will appear here. ]
[ The depth of information increases according to the relationship's development. ]
« So their names act as the key... That means even if I meet someone through another person, I won't get any data about them. It's limited to direct acquaintances only. »
« Alright, show me whatever information is currently available. »
[Processing…]
[Registered Individuals: ... ]
[ Park Yun-Seok ]
[ Kim Nina ]
[ Siobin Woo ]
[ Kim Hawo-Ya ]
« You first, Park Yun-Seok. » Ji-Kai selected the name without hesitation.
[Relationship Information – Park Yun-Seok ]
[ Park Yun-Seok sees you as someone who could become a friend. From your first meeting, he showed friendliness toward you. Your noble act of saving him from certain death and your subsequent visits greatly increased the potential for a strong bond of friendship. ]
[Relationship Type : Undefined ]
[Perception : Trustworthy – Potential Friend ]
« The relationship will be finalized once you confirm it directly with Park Yun-Seok. »
« This is… strange, suspicious, and amazing at the same time. I can't believe my system is actually deeper than it looks. »
Park Yun-Seok sees me as trustworthy, even a friend, but it hasn't been registered yet because I haven't accepted his friendship.
Even if I decided right now, it wouldn't work—I'd have to ask him directly.
I'm not sure how useful this Relationship or whatever what that really is, but… I like it.
« Alright then, show me Kim Nina. »
Fortunately, Kim Nina had already introduced herself when they became guildmates.
[Relationship Information – Kim Nina]
[ She can't stand seeing you, but she doesn't hate you. Your overwhelming abilities make her feel inferior, especially since you're ranked lower than her yet act like the expert while she's the novice. Still, she felt genuine gratitude when you tried to save her from the demon's grasp. ]
[Relationship Type : Guildmates ]
[Perception : Arrogant – Show-off – Difficult to Trust ]
« Hm… »
Speaking of which, she looked furious when I killed Song Ba-Chu and Hyung Bin-Hwan.
She's the type who believes everyone deserves a second chance—but why? Why pity criminals with bloody histories?
I'd understand if they'd done what they did out of hardship… but criminals? Their records speak for themselves.
Ah…~
« Alright, what about Soobin Woo? Not that I've had much interaction with her anyway. »
[Relationship Information – Siobin Woo]
[ A shy, introverted university student—sweet and extremely timid—making her a target of mockery among her peers. After meeting you, however, she began working on improving herself, determined not to be bullied so easily anymore. ]
[Relationship Type : Undefined ]
[Perception : Admirable – Trustworthy – Idol ]
« Idol… »
The word felt heavy on his tongue, as if too big for him to carry. His expression shifted—he couldn't believe anyone would call him that.
« Siobin Woo's a good girl. She just needs to toughen up a little so no one takes advantage of her. She'll be fine » Ji-Kai murmured, narrowing his eyes as brief flashes of his past self—the failed one—crossed his mind.
« Next, Kim Hawo-Ya. »
[ Relationship Information – Kim Hawo-Ya ]
[ A woman who suffered greatly after being diagnosed with cancer at age twenty-five. The pain was compounded when her husband abandoned her two years into their marriage, leaving her broken and vulnerable. Despite everything, she stood back up. ]
[ Over the years, her illness continued to torment her—until you appeared in her life. You encouraged her to undergo treatment at your personal expense, something she could never have afforded on her own. Because of you, she now has a chance at life again. ]
[ She is deeply grateful, cherishing you as someone precious. ]
[Relationship Type : Sibling ]
[Perception : Kind – Considerate – Brother – Hero ]
Ji-Kai's jaw dropped. He hadn't expected anything like that. He just wanted to do the right thing—not… leave that kind of impact.
« Hero? Isn't that a bit much? I'm… the farthest thing from one. »
His voice trembled as he whispered, eyes dim, before waving his hand to close the system window.
« I should focus on my current mission, right…? » he muttered, leaning back in his seat—only to be interrupted by another system notification.
[New mission – Main mission ]
[ mission 4: Amid the Dunes of Sand [
[ Details: In Egypt, a strange creature has been terrorizing the locals. The creature is said to be connected to the ancient god Anubis, one of the primordial beings. ]
[ Objective: Locate the creature. ]
[ Time Limit: 7 Days. ]
[ Reward: C-rank development item. ]
Ji-Kai studied the new quest carefully.
The mention of Anubis caught his attention immediately, his once-calm expression sharpening into one of challenge and anticipation.
This had just become interesting—in a way he hadn't expected.