In the dark room, even the ticking had a relaxed feeling, as if it was a heart-beat at rest. It felt as if the air moved like cool water and the aroma of lavender scented candles infused him far more deeply than it did in the light of day.
In the twilight the fabrics were muted hues, as if they too awaited dawn to ignite their colours for all to see. The dark room was like a place out of time, a place to rest without consequence. The darkness in that way was a sanctuary, a place to recharge and forget the things the world said had to be done.
A mechanic like voice resounded through the desolate room.
[Hello, I am system 000. Host you have been tasked with several mission to change the fate of cannon foddlers, protagonists and villains.]
Nian looked dumb founded as he stared at the talking ball of light that looked fluffy. to the touch. It reminded him of his cute cat that he may never see again. With that though a small frown appeared on his gorgeous features. His snow white cat must be missing him dearly.
It can't be he's going to be one of those people in novels that go through different worlds to do tasks. He had no desire to do so. Why must he be chosen, just let him rest in peace! Was it too much to ask for.
His brother just killed him and now he's going to be thrown into random world's to fix problems that weren't his fault. How unfair can this world be. Nian let's and esperated sigh out as he rubs his temples.
"Must I do these so called task. Find someone else, why must it be me. I have no desire just to rest in peace. Have I not gone through enough in my life. Plus I was joking about being gay in my next life." This was none of Nian's buisness, so what is the point getting caught up in something so troublesome.
[But host you are the only one who meets the requirements to do this mission. If you do not obey what you have been assigned punishment will be put into place.
It could consist of having your soul crushed the regenerating it and doing that process over and over again. The pain is excruitation so I suggest you listen to me. Plus it might be fun!]
It isn't all fun and games when you say that Nian thought to himself. It seemed he had no other choice but to comply. He requested for the system to explain everything in more detail which it happily agreed to do.
[I told you before that you must change the fate of people in various world. Points will be allocated to all the tasks you complete, your job is to fix the collapsing world.
You are basically the peace maker but no one is allowed to know your identity. Each world will differ, some may be extremely hard or easy.
A beginners pack will be given to you as to assist you along with me. You can purchase items from me in the shop using points gained.
Once you accumulate 100000 points you soul shall be set free or you can choose to live in any world of your desire. That is the basic information you need.]
Nian quickly analysed all the information given to him. Basically all he needed to do was complete tasks and gain points so he can rest in peace. What a troublesome thing to do. Nian sighs yet again, he seems to be doing that quite often lately.
He doesn't really gain anything from this other then saving his own life. So why go through all this trouble? All so he can get a good nights sleep and pet cats. That's all he really wanted now. His brother must be living his best life since Nian is gone.
Nian wondered when he would start his first missions. As if reading his mind the system asked if he was ready to depart. Since there was nothing else to ask for the time being Nian nodded.
The once dark room lighted up like a light bulb. His whole being was engulfed in a blinding light. Nian's face remained calmed even though he had just been thrown into a bizzare situation. This is only the beginning of his gruelling journey.
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Nian's eyes snapped open. Sweat trickled down his rosy cheeks. His eyes darted around the unfamilar place. The room he was currently in was furnished lavishly. The wooden doors were carved meticously, it must have cost a fortune. One could tell at first glance the amount of care ajd dedication was put into creating such a fine piece of furniture.
A polished mirror sat near the door, it was embellished with various coloured gems. The frame seemed to be made of pure gold, it shimmered in the sunlight. The beg Nian was currently lying on was spacious and made with one of the finest wood in all the lands.
The floors were made of colored tiles arranged in jagged patterns, and the walls were made of glass, revealing additional views of the city and the mountains to the east. A frosted glass partition separated the lobby from a private office. Silk banners hung from the ceiling. Polished stone pedestals held golden and silver statues portraying nude men and women.
Everything in the room was rich and lavish. Nian who was once an extremely wealthy man knew the owner of the current body wasn't lacking in any means. He seemed to be in some sort of ancient Chinese setting. Having read many history books and studying many painting he was quite sure of himself.
The mechanic voice of the system played in his mind.
[Commencing the transfer of the previous owners memories in 3, 2, 1...]
A sudden wave of pain struck Nian like a tsunami. His forehead scrunched up together as he held his long silky jet black hair in his delicate palms. He gritted his pearly white teeth in agony as he clenched his fist tightly to the point it almost drew blood. The pain was almost unbearable, as if he were on the brink of death. Nian passed out due to the sheer pain.
Nian is in the body of someone named 'Mo Chou' who is the son of the prime minister. He is a cannon foddler, the son of the empires general. Who is a good friend of the current emperor.
But this body is weak and not built to he a fighter so he became a scholar. The emperor requested for Mo to tutor his son, Li Yifeng. Since he was known as a prodigy at a young age. They were of similar age so the emperor thought it would be good for his son and helping his fellow friend.
But Mo became conceited and exploited the emperors son. Maling him give valuables to him threatening to say that he Li was slacking off. Being a small kid he was terrigued to make his father angry to complied.
When Li Yifeng stood up for himself Mo Chou beated the young prince relentlessly until he at deaths doors and got away with minor consequences. Mo was a sly child and easily fooled the court, he was a genius after all but used his knowledge for the wrong reason.
Luckily the young child survived but his once pure heart had been tainted. He yearned for vengence. As years went by he was cold to all people and would easily get angered. If one mistake was made he exploded like a volcano and punished whoever annoyed him.
Mo ended up dying in a gruesome ways which didn't needed to go detailed into. He was publicly shamed and executed. The general, Mo Chou's father was an innocent person but nonetheless punished. Revoked of his title and banished from the lands, never to set foot again. It was already devastating enough to find his son dead after his wife had died but now he had no where to go. He sacrificed everything to protect his dear son. But all efforts were in vain.
System's 000 monotone voice spoke into Nian's mind.
[Host your task is too raise the son of the current emperor who is a young boy right now and raise him into a capable man. Fit to rule the country.
You will raise him until he is 20 years of age. Make sure that the emperor does not lead astray and become corrupt which had happend previously.
If the task is not complete your soul will be obliterated. The reward for this task is 1000 points along with one item from the shop that is below rank 5]
In the shop there are various levels of goods that rank from 1 to 10 which can be bought with points or given as a reward. There are assortments of pill, manuals, skills and so on. Once can even purchase cheats for a certain world but it could cost a lot if you do not have the resources and are in a sticky situation. You may have to give up half of your soul.
Certain items are locked until you meet the requirements. Some also may be special to certain worlds thus can't be found in the shop. The sword 'Scaber' can only be found in a certain world which one may never enter. There are hidden side missions that can be unlocked to get more points or items that are exclusive.
The beginners pack that Nian recieved consisted of a reset button, pills, three special skills, one mystery box and some daily necessities. The reset button in the shop would cost 9999 points as it has the power to reset a world if a mistake was made. You are able to select one item in each world to carry with you but no more then that unless it was a special case.
This is the basic information Nian was told by the system, the more experienced he gets and worlds he enters the more knowledge Nian will require. With that his mission began.
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Nian was awoken by the voice of a man who had a stern yet gentle tone in his voice. "Son today is the big day, quickly get changed. We must make haste to the castle and not keep the emperor waiting." He mumbled a soft groan in agreement. With a still aching head Nian pried his eyes open. His brain was still pulsing, it's as if he had been hit on the head with a bat.
In the corner of the handsome males eyes he caught the sight of a long ruby red cape fluttering in the wind as it trailed behind his 'father'. Forcing his weakened body out of bed he wobbled to the large wardrobe.
Maids scurried in as too draw the bath for him. The room was soon filled with the scent of lavender and other various kinds of scents which calmed Nian's mind.
Walking into the ancient Chinese bathroom Nian couldn't help but marvel. The carpentry was incredible. He ran his delicate fingers across the Red Sandalwood walls before sauntering towards the large wooden tub that had flower petals floating on top. The bathroom was filled with steam. The maids had left as too Nian's request.
Stepping into the luke warm water Nian submerged his body into it, his muscles relaxing. Closing his eyes he took a deep breath. Remerging all that had unfolded today, it sure had been hetic. But Nian was used to such busy and tiring days in his life.
His long obsidian hair stuck to his exposed slender neck, giving him an alluring and seductive look. His jade-like skin was smooth to the touch, evoking predators to devour him. If they were ever to lay their eyes upon such a scene.
His body had beautiful contours of his slightly toned abs and lead to the depths of the ocean. Leaving it to ones imagination what lay below. The gorgeous male had curves in all the right places. Each movement created ripples in the once still water.
The clear water reflected Nian's appearance also his mind that was as clear of glass. One couldn't help but wonder what the beautiful male was thinking. Each ripple was like a small wave, like a disturbance lay deep in his mind.
Nian skidded his long fingers across the surface of the water scooping up some water that had a petal floating in it. The kind of flower it was seemed different from the rest.
Cyclamen was the name of the flower, it symbolises separation. Such a beautiful flower yet separated from the rest. It's as if the flower told the story of the separation of two lovers that were forced apart.
Nian snapped out of his thoughts. His fingers were already starting to wrinkle for bathing to long.
Water dripped down from his now soaking wet hair as he covered himself with a fluffy white towel. Sifting through his large array of different types of clothes Nian picked out a sky blue robe.
It was simple yet elegant, it gave him a calm and cold aura. It was styled with half his hair in a bun while the rest flowed down his back like a waterfall. It was held in place by an exquisite pin that had blue bell flower designs on it. The outfit all came together well.
Nian walked with a back straight as a ruler a fan was in his hand as he fanned himself even though it wasn't hot. It snapped clothes as he entered the dining room where his father sat patiently for his son eating a simple meal of fish, rice and soup.
The muscular and aging male ushered Nian who is now known as Mo to eat some specially made medical soup. Not wanting to deny the kind man Nian sat down and quietly drank his soup.
The atmosphere between the two wasn't awkward but quite harmonious. Mo's father, Wu Chou lectured him to behave well today as Nian will formally be appointed as Li Yifeng's royal tutor and care taker.
Nian remained calmed as he was told all of this, after all he already knew about it. Wu Chou found it suspicious how calm his eldest and only son was behaving. He had been complaining about if for moths, refusing to become the emperor son's tutor. But here Mo was eating calmly, not even nervous at all.
As weird as Wu found it he was relieved his son was growing up quickly. He also thought that someone might be bullying his dear son. If someone dare do that he would definitely beat them up. After all his son was too adorable.
"Are you ready to depart father?" Nian asked, those words sounded so foreign to him, but it felt nice to say. Wu Chou stared at his sons face that looked even more gorgeous from the gentle smile that played at his lips. A hand was outstretched to the kneeling father. Wu remembered this scene of his stunning son in his head before nodding.
His son reminded Mo's father of his gentle wife. From the stunning hazelnut eyes that would turn to crescent moons whenever she smile to the demeanour of Nian. It brought a single tear to the aging general.
They really were similar that it pained his pulsing heart but also happy that a remnants of his wife was left in their son she had left behind after birth. With that the pair of father and son left for the long day ahead of them.