Mason Hugh sat on the dormitory desk, swinging his little legs back and forth, his gaze lost and distant.
He sighed, his voice low and heavy as it slowly recounted.
"My name is Mason Hugh, and I've always loved playing games since I was a kid. My dream was to become a professional player and compete."
"But my parents didn't approve. After numerous unsuccessful attempts to convince me, they enlisted Cosmos's help and paid a hefty fee to send me there."
...
Mason Hugh continued his story slowly, his voice filled with dejection.
While other children of his age were under the protection of their parents' wings, he had already been through various hardships and vicissitudes.
"..."
Caroline Edwin's expression turned solemn.
Mana overflowed from her fingertips, and a mighty Spell passed through his mind, clearly seeing his memories.
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In a dark and lightless little black room, a person huddled fearfully in a corner.
