A soft, feminine voice, firm yet unwavering, echoed in Noah's ear.
"Host, please don't panic. The System has no intent to abduct you. According to System records, you, the master of this world, reincarnated into another. When conditions are met, you'll reclaim your position."
Noah blurted out in shock.
"What? I'm the master of this world? You're joking, right?"
"Entirely true. You created me and countless other systems to provide exciting experiences, adding spice to your immortal existence. At this moment, time in both worlds runs parallel. In your reincarnated world, no one has noticed your absence."
"So… what do I need to do?"
"To return, you must cultivate to the pinnacle of the Great Dao, reaching your former prowess, then shatter space and time to return to the moment you arrived here. Your memories and cultivation will remain intact upon returning. Wonderful, isn't it? So, enjoy your time in this realm!"
Noah, dazed, pictured himself tearing through space and time to return to Earth.
"Shatter space and time… Can I even do that?"
The System's tone turned gentle, encouraging.
"Have faith in the System, in yourself. Explore the wonders of this world and its systems!"
Shook his head, Noah thought.
But how long will it take?
The System's voice cut in.
"View this as a training period to grow. Step out from your parents' warm embrace and soar. Return as a mature, exceptional person, admired by thousands, making your family proud."
Took a deep breath. Maybe this is my chance. Though anxious, a thrilling sense of freedom surged.
Recalled his old world—endless pressure from studies, exams, family. Nights buried in books, cramming until sick, all for grades and fleeting approval from teachers and friends. That's not who I want to be. I want to be admired by thousands, useful, free to do what brings me joy. This is my chance—no, I, the master of this world, am experiencing life!
Calmed his breathing, then spoke.
"System, open the status panel."
Host: Noah
Age: 17 years, 9 months
Cultivation: None
Identity: Head of Three-Tiger Manor
Main Quest Unlocked: First Footsteps (click for details)
Secondary Quest Unlocked: I Am the Manor Lord (click for details)
Achievement Quests Unlocked: (click for details)
"Hmm, feels like a game. Open the main quest."
The System's feminine voice, now vibrant and enthusiastic, responded.
"Based on current conditions, the System issues the first quests:
Make Three-Tiger Manor the largest bandit faction in Wolfspire Citadel.Reclaim the manor's symbolic flag, lost outside.Orchestrate at least 100 robberies, abduct no fewer than 70 women, kill no fewer than 30 men, and spend 100 silver taels (the previous manor lord's monthly standard).Become the only bandit faction in the citadel's region.
Reward: 10 Celestial Reunion Tickets per task, settled monthly."
Noah listened silently to the cute, energetic voice detailing the quests.
Silence. Anger. Helplessness. Sighed.
Voice heavy, he spoke.
"What is this? Are you mocking me? How can you make me do such things?"