Prologue
Hi there, author here! A little note I didn't add in the introduction (mostly apology), I like to do things like these, to add funny little jokes or provide some information that might not be obvious at first glance. Anyway, enjoy the prologue (yes I'm keeping this in the auxiliary thingy, idc what webnovel considers ok to put there, my book not theirs)
Hi there, my name is Seth, I'm your average slightly overweight recluse, and this is my story before I actually began my journey through my second chance, which quite a few people just called a living hell. So, some info about me: I'm, like I said, slightly overweight, I lived and grew up in Casper Wyoming, and grew up in a... for lack of better words, loud ass shithole with my family, in the poorer end of town (on the good end of it luckily.) Anyway, our story starts on a pretty good day for me. I woke up as usual, the alarm from my phone screaming at me to wake up, as usual. I reached out with a groan, grabbed it, and turned it off, then settled back in, hoping to catch a few more z's but… well, I so greatly enjoyed the feeling of my body jumping awake due to my screeching alarm I had a second one. BEEEP BEEEP BEEEP BEEEP - another jump scare, and this time I'm up for good. A yawn, stretch and quick piss break and I hop into the shower because I have come way too far to lose this damn routine to the void of depression again. Skipping ahead a bit, I actually got a raise! A pretty substantial one at that too, so I'm set for a little while at least. After work I decided to head to the local arcade to have a bit of fun and take a walk (to this day I still have no clue why, I mean I had at least a couple dozen games on my laptop. I eventually get there, my body already cursing me for not exercising enough… (fuuuck) anyway, I had a bit of fun playing some games, then I actually ran into a chick named Mackenzie. She was pretty cool, and we hit it off pretty good and became friends. Moving along further I headed to the store to get my pet's some treats and their food (the store didn't do delivery T_T). Then I headed home, sore as hell and partially regretting the decision to leave. I opened the door to my house (still owe my family for this) and immediately got ambushed by my 3 dogs; chica, a chiweenie (Chihuahua weiner dog mix), diva, a Chihuahua, and bubu, who's breed I still don't know. Anyway, I got them off and closed the door after making sure everyone was inside. My place is a bit of a dump right now, but I'll get to cleaning it… eventually… anyway! I fed my pet's and sat down to scroll on my phone when I heard a ding, like you might hear on your phone or from discord, which is unusual because I always have do not disturb turned on. "Weird, what could that be?" I clicked on it and saw "Click here for a companion after transmigration!" With way too many emojis. Like seriously, this thing had at least 50 of them! Anyway, I thought about ignoring it but… well, something told me this was legit (a/n: plot ladies and gentlemen, you gotta love it lol), so I warned everyone in my contacts and other social media things that I may get hacked, and clicked it. A bunch of questions popped up and these are what I remember.
A/N: I'm going to put the gods be damned answers in so I don't have to rewrite all of that and add needless waste to the chap, plus because I'm lazy lol
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"Please answer honestly, as you will only get to take this quiz once, and we want to give you the companion that best suits you!"
Companion section
Question 1
Do you prefer scaly animals or furry animals?
Answer: furry, without a doubt!
Question 2
Do you prefer large or small animals?
Answer: that's a tough one, I honestly prefer animals somewhere on the smaller end in size, but at the same time I do prefer if they still have some size to them, like about 2 pugs or so for height and length
Question 3
Do you prefer smart or stupid animals?
Answer: most definitely smart animals, much as I love the stupid derps, they are infuriating at times!
Question 4
Do you prefer outgoing or shy animals?
Answer: another tough one… I prefer animals that are shy, but can also have moments where they're extremely outgoing, as this can make for some funny moments
Question 5
Do you prefer to already have an animal's loyalty, or do you prefer to earn it?
Answer: I prefer to earn it, because no matter what, loyalty is something that should be earned
Question 6
Do you prefer animals that want lots of attention or "love" (Not romantic), or those that prefer to be left alone?
Answer: weird way of putting that, but uh…. Definitely those that want lots of attention, as I can be quite… over giving with it at times
Question 7
Do you prefer active or not so active animals?
Answer: not so active, with random moments where they're all over the place, as they can burn off some energy that way, since I'm not really the active type myself, outside of some random moments (hence the earlier part)
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bonus section
Question 1
If you were stuck in a zombie apocalypse what would your role be? And why?
Answer: honestly? I have no clue. Maybe the person that handles food? As for why, I'm not a thief, and can be trusted due to my impartiality
Question 2
If you knew you were going to be thrown into a battle royale, and were allowed to bring one item (besides a gun or vehicle or other such things), what would you bring?
Answer: welp, honestly I'm screwed in this case… I guess some riot armor? Maybe a shield?
Question 3
What is your favorite genre of webnovel book? Why?
Answer: beast taming, without a doubt in my mind! I get to have pets that can protect me and those I care about, but will also be with me for life?! Uhh… fuck yeah!
Question 4
What would be your ideal weapon of choice be if you would have to fight to the death? this is limited to swords, bows, staffs, daggers, axes, and other such weapons for convenience
Answer: a spear, keep them away from me I say! (Plus I have absolutely 0 combat experience, and I've heard that this one's easy to learn)
Question 5
If you were to be Isekai'd right now, what would become your main goal?
Answer: to get back so I can take care of my animals, fuck all else!!!
Question 6
What is your favorite system? (To specify, we mean from the system genre)
Answer: I'd have to say those that allow you to make both yourself as well as those around you stronger, and more able to live better lives
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After I finally finished I set my phone down and said "Ughhhhhh fucking finally, I didn't think that would take that long… seriously, why make a joke questionnaire so long?" I said as I submitted the survey, though a final question popped up "OH COME ON!"
"Thank you for submitting your answers, however we have one final question: what is your favorite place to be in nature?" I sighed and after thinking about it I typed "ideally in the forest, near a waterfall and a lake. I've found this to be the greatest place for me" and sent it. After I had sent it, this weird purple image flashed on my phone and would not go away, which naturally caused my day to go from amazing to not so great, but my animals were still waiting for their walk, so after playing with them, walking them and all the other necessary bits, I went to bed, because honestly… fuck that day.