"Supreme Omnipotent Support System now online for the host. To activate, please press 'Confirm' on the notification panel."
A large green panel appeared, with a big, round red 'Confirm' button in the center.
Noah took a few seconds to snap out of his daze. Tried to breathe calmly, reassuring himself.
Not a ghost, I'm still alive. Breathe steady now…
A system? Have I really transmigrated?
Looked at the green panel before him—it looked like something out of a sci-fi movie.
Outside, the wind still howled, the rain still poured…
"Confirm."
The green panel vanished. The same mechanical voice echoed again.
"Welcome to the Supreme Omnipotent Support System.
With this System, all dreams are within reach, even the wildest and grandest ones can become reality. Challenges and obstacles are now mere amusements on your path to becoming the ultimate powerhouse.
The System's sole and paramount purpose is to assist the chosen one in reaching supreme glory: to dominate the world, stand at the pinnacle of life, and become the strongest of humanity.
The System strictly prohibits cheap buffs or cheating tactics. All operations are legal and transparent, so the host can use and enjoy it with confidence.
Welcome to the Supreme Omnipotent Support System.
Press 'Confirm' to proceed, or 'Decline' to cancel and release the binding."
A warm current flowed through Noah's body, soothing and blissful, like soaking in a hot bath.
Lost himself in the warmth for a few seconds, unable to resist. This feels amazing…
"Supreme Omnipotent Support System? This is my golden finger, my cheat code? Like in those novels? Why's it showing up only now? Do you know what I've just been through?"
"Activation condition detected: the host must be alive and possess a territory of their own."
Noah blinked, confused.
"I own a territory? What territory?"
"The token in the host's hand represents the title of master of the Three-Tiger Manor. The System has confirmed that the host meets all conditions to become the next master of this manor.
Congratulations."
Noah looked around at the ruined scene, the body still lying there. Held the bronze token in his hand. A chill ran down his spine…
"This… this manor is mine now? But… what did I even do?"
"Condition to inherit the manor and become the leader of the infamous Three-Tiger Bandit Clan of Bull Mountain: possess the token in hand. System has detected that the entire bandit clan was eradicated by imperial forces. With no rivals remaining, the host has emerged victorious and is the next master of this place.
Congratulations once again."
Looked at the body lying face-down. Noah froze.
"This is a bandit clan? Those bodies are bandits? So the ones from before… were imperial forces wiping them out?"
"System verification confirms no errors."
Stared at the body of the notorious bandit. Quickly stripped off the fur robe and tossed it aside.
"No need to bury it then."
Turned to the confirmation panel, ready to press.
But just as his hand hovered over the button, noticed a tiny 'Decline' option below. Something felt off. Supreme Omnipotent Support System? Sounds too good to be true… smells like a scam…
"System, what exactly does it do?"
"Supreme Omnipotent Support System.
With this System, every opportunity is within reach, the wildest dreams can become reality, and hardships are mere relics of the past.
The System's ultimate purpose is to guide the chosen one to supreme glory: to dominate the world.
The System rejects cheap buffs. Continuously improved through updates to deliver the best experience for the chosen one. All operations are legal and follow safe protocols.
In its last 200 operational cycles, the System has consistently ranked among the top systems, as voted by the transmigration community.
As a leading support system, it offers the most effective, time-tested functions: enhancing, improving, and sustaining the host's abilities, inner strength, and talents to ensure a superior edge in any conflict.
The System employs a tailored development scenario to suit the host's path. During this process, item trading, management support, and numerous other useful features will unlock to make the journey to the pinnacle engaging and meaningful.
Press 'Confirm' to activate the System."
Noah's eyes widened.
"Wow—VIP. Confirm."
A genderless mechanical voice echoed.
"Confirmed.
System activating…
Initialization in progress…
Synchronization complete.
Status verified.
Contract successfully bound.
Finalizing…"
Looked at the panel, a few spinning dots flickering, just like booting up Windows 10.
Noah blinked.
"Uh… gotta wait? Kinda weird… Why's it look like Windows?"
"System initializing…"
Sat in the corner of the room. Outside, the wind roared, the storm grew fiercer, yet his body felt warm, like spring. Everything seemed unreal, like a dream.
"This could be a dream… No, a nightmare. And I'm fully aware. Unbelievable. No more mixing beer and liquor next time."
Those panels look way too much like Windows. Same three buttons in the corner.
This is a scam. Maybe some reality show. Hidden cameras somewhere… But no tech today can make floating panels like this…
Lost in wild thoughts, the mechanical voice cut through.
"System initialization complete. Entering System Space."
In an instant, the surroundings shifted dramatically. The ground trembled, space seemed to tear apart. An invisible force pulled Noah's body upward into an unknown realm. The storm vanished, replaced by utter stillness.
Floated weightless in midair, gentle breezes brushing past. Before his eyes, a horizon stretched endlessly.
A vast, boundless space, sky soaring high, stars twinkling in turn. The scene was majestic, breathtaking beyond words.