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Chapter 8 - A comatose trio's otherworldly adventure

Alright, folks, fasten your seatbelts because we're diving headfirst into an isekai world, courtesy of a car crash starring Alexandra, now known as Yuki, and her trusty partner, the crafty Kitsune, going by Alepou. Get ready for a rollercoaster of epic quests, hilarious moments, and a sprinkle of intrigue.

So picture this: in this crazy new realm, our heroes have no recollection of their former lives. Yuki is the wide-eyed adventurer, while Alepou is the super-strong but somewhat clueless warrior. Despite the chaos of their arrival, they were the only ones who didn't get separated; their bond remains unbroken.

In the royal capital of Graaswell City, Taiyo, also known as Prince Gabriel, awoke in a grand castle, confusion clouding his mind.

Taiyo: "Where am I?"

Before him stood a little girl with black hair, her innocent eyes filled with curiosity. She giggled and tugged at his sleeve, oblivious to his confusion.

Little Girl: "Come play with me, big brother! I found this cool toy!"

Taiyo's heart softened at the sight of her, a pang of familiarity stirring within him. Could this girl be his little sister in this world? Despite his amnesia, a sense of warmth enveloped him as he knelt down to join her in play.

Meanwhile, deep in the wilderness, Yuki and Alepou trudged on, their determination overshadowing their fear.

Yuki: "So, Alepou, any idea how we ended up in this mess?"

Alepou: "Your guess is as good as mine, Yuki. But hey, at least we're in it together, right?"

Yuki: "True that! Now, if only we knew how to get out of here."

As they ventured deeper into the forest, Alepou couldn't help but stumble upon her newfound abilities, much to her surprise.

Alepou: "Whoa, did I just... leap over that fallen tree?"

Yuki: "Ha! Looks like you've got some hidden talents, Alepou. Maybe you're a secret ninja!"

Alepou: "A ninja? Me? Nah, couldn't be... Could it?"

Their banter continued as they encountered various obstacles, each one revealing more of their hidden potential.

Yuki: "Hey, Alepou, think you can lift that boulder out of our way?"

Alepou: "Sure thing, Yuki! Stand back and prepare to be amazed!"

With a mighty heave, Alepou lifted the boulder effortlessly, her eyes widening in astonishment.

Alepou: "Well, would you look at that! Guess I'm stronger than I thought!"

Yuki: "You're telling me! Remind me never to challenge you to an arm-wrestling match."

Their journey was fraught with laughter and discovery, their friendship growing stronger with each passing moment. Little did they know, their adventures were just beginning, with more surprises and challenges waiting just around the corner.

And as Taiyo continued his search in Graaswell City, little did he know that fate was about to bring them all together in ways they never could have imagined.

The dense forest enveloped Yuki and Alepou in an eerie silence, broken only by the rustling of leaves and the occasional distant howl of a creature unknown. Their steps were cautious, their senses alert to every movement in the shadows.

Yuki: "Alepou, this feels like something straight out of 'Isekai Warriors: The Quest for Plot Armor'. Can you believe we're actually in an isekai?"

Alepou: "Heh, yeah, Yuki. But let's focus on not getting eaten by whatever those things are!"

Their banter was interrupted by a sudden rustling in the bushes ahead. With a shared glance, they readied themselves for whatever might emerge.

Out from the foliage burst a horde of grotesque creatures, their gnashing teeth and glowing eyes a stark contrast to the tranquil forest surroundings. Yuki's heart pounded in her chest as she and Alepou prepared to face the onslaught.

Yuki: "Oh my god, Alepou! It's just like in my favorite anime! Quick, let's do some cool poses and shout out our attacks!"

Alepou: "Uh, Yuki, I don't think now's the time for that!"

But Yuki was already in the midst of a full-blown weeaboo frenzy, striking exaggerated poses and shouting out nonsensical attack names.

Yuki: "Kawaii Kick! Otaku Punch! Waifu Wave!"

Alepou couldn't help but cringe at her friend's antics, but she had to admit, Yuki's ridiculousness seemed to be working. The monsters were too busy staring in confusion to attack.

Alepou: "Yuki, snap out of it! We need to focus if we're going to survive!"

Yuki: "Right, sorry! Let's... uh... run away?"

With that less-than-heroic plan in mind, Yuki and Alepou fled through the forest, pursued by the relentless horde of monsters. But no matter how hard they ran, the creatures seemed to multiply, closing in on them from all sides.

Yuki: "Alepou, I don't know what to do! My abilities aren't working, and I can't remember any cool moves from the anime!"

Alepou: "Don't worry, Yuki! I've got your back!"

With a mighty roar, Alepou launched herself into the fray, her fists flying as she decimated the monsters with ease. But as she glanced back to check on Yuki, she couldn't help but chuckle at the sight.

Alepou: "You know, Yuki, for someone who's all about isekai, you're not very good at this!"

Yuki: "Hey, I never said I was an expert! But hey, at least we're alive, right?"

Their laughter echoed through the forest as they continued their desperate flight, their eyes fixed on the distant glow of civilization on the horizon. Little did they know, their journey was far from over, and the challenges that awaited them in the city...

As Yuki and Alepou continued their mad dash through the forest, they found themselves in a perilous situation. Monsters of all shapes and sizes pursued them relentlessly, their grotesque forms looming in the darkness.

Yuki: "Alepou, help! They're gaining on us!"

Alepou: "Hang on, Yuki! I've got this!"

With a single, powerful punch, Alepou sent the nearest monster flying, its howls of pain echoing through the forest. But as they continued to flee, more and more creatures emerged from the shadows, their numbers seemingly endless.

Yuki: "Alepou, we can't keep running like this! We need to find a way out of here!"

Alepou: "You're right, Yuki. But where do we go?"

Just as despair began to creep in, they spotted a faint glow on the horizon. With renewed hope, they quickened their pace, the distant promise of safety driving them forward.

Finally, after what felt like an eternity, they stumbled upon the outskirts of a bustling city, its towering walls offering sanctuary from the horrors of the forest. But their relief was short-lived as they realized the danger they had brought upon the unsuspecting residents.

Yuki: "Oh no, Alepou! We've led the monsters right to the city gates!"

Alepou: "We have to do something, Yuki. We can't just stand by and let them attack innocent people."

With grim determination, they made their way towards the city gates, the panicked shouts of the townsfolk ringing in their ears. But as they approached, they were met with a surprising sight.

A group of seasoned adventurers had gathered at the gates, their weapons drawn and their resolve unwavering. With a roar of defiance, they charged into battle, driving back the encroaching horde with skill and precision.

Yuki: "Look, Alepou! They're fighting to protect the city!"

Alepou: "Then we'll fight alongside them, Yuki! But... are you okay? You don't seem to have any powers or abilities like me."

Yuki: "I don't know, Alepou. Maybe I'm just a late bloomer?"

As the battle raged on, Yuki felt a strange sensation coursing through her veins. Suddenly, her vision blurred, and in a flash of light, she found herself surrounded by memories of her favorite anime.

Yuki: "Whoa, what's happening? I can... I can feel the power within me!"

With a newfound sense of confidence, Yuki reached out, her hand glowing with an otherworldly light. And in that moment, she realized the true extent of her late-blooming power: the ability to copy any ability or power she had seen or imagined.

Yuki: "Alepou, watch this! Rasengan!"

With a flick of her wrist, Yuki unleashed a swirling vortex of energy, sending the monsters scattering in all directions.

Alepou: "Yuki, that was amazing! You really are something else!"

With her newfound power and the support of her friend by her side, Yuki joined the fray, her determination shining brighter than ever. And as dawn broke over the city, the monsters were vanquished, their threat extinguished by the combined efforts of its defenders.

As Yuki unleashed her newfound power, Alepou couldn't help but stare in astonishment.

Alepou: "Yuki, that was amazing! But... what exactly is your ability?"

Yuki: "Oh, you know, just your typical late-blooming, overpowered, copyright-infringing superpower."

Alepou: "Copyright-infringing? Are we going to get sued for this or something?"

Yuki: "Nah, don't worry, Alepou. I'm sure we'll be fine. Besides, who knows? Maybe I'll become the copyright queen of this world!"

Alepou couldn't help but chuckle at Yuki's response. As absurd as it sounded, she had to admit, there was a certain charm to the idea of her friend wielding the powers of copyright infringement.

Alepou: "Well, copyright queen or not, you sure know how to kick some monster butt, Yuki!"

With a grin, Yuki nodded in agreement, her confidence bolstered by Alepou's support. Together, they stood tall against the encroaching horde, ready to defend the city and their newfound home from any threat that dared to challenge them.

And as the battle raged on, Yuki couldn't shake the feeling of excitement coursing through her veins. With her late-blooming power and her trusty companion by her side, she knew that no matter what challenges lay ahead, they would face them together, with courage, humor, and a healthy dose of copyright infringement.

As the dust settled and the last of the monsters lay defeated, Yuki and Alepou found themselves surrounded by a crowd of curious onlookers. Their expressions were unreadable, their eyes filled with a mixture of awe and suspicion.

Yuki: "Alepou, do you see the way they're looking at us? I think they're angry."

Alepou: "Yeah, it's like they blame us for bringing the monsters here or something. But we didn't mean to, right?"

In their minds, Yuki and Alepou imagined the worst. They pictured the citizens of the city shaking their fists in anger, shouting accusations and blaming them for the chaos that had unfolded.

But in reality, the citizens were doing quite the opposite. They approached Yuki and Alepou with cautious smiles, their voices filled with gratitude and admiration.

Citizen: "Thank you, brave warriors, for saving our city from certain destruction! You are true heroes!"

Yuki: "Wait, they're... they're thanking us?"

Alepou: "I guess we're not as hated as we thought."

The realization dawned on them slowly. The citizens weren't angry; they were grateful. Grateful for the bravery and strength that Yuki and Alepou had shown in the face of danger.

Yuki: "Well, this is unexpected. I guess we're... heroes?"

Alepou: "Heroes... yeah, I could get used to that."

With newfound confidence, Yuki and Alepou accepted the praise of the citizens, their chests swelling with pride. Little did they know, they were on the brink of becoming legends in this strange new world, their names whispered in awe and reverence by all who heard them.

And as they basked in the adoration of their newfound fans, Yuki and Alepou couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement for the adventures that lay ahead. For in this world of mystery and magic, anything was possible, and they were ready to face it together, as true heroes.

As the citizens showered them with praise and gratitude, a group of adventurers and representatives from a guild approached Yuki and Alepou, their expressions curious yet cautious.

Adventurer: "Excuse us, but we couldn't help but notice your incredible display of strength back there. We were wondering, where do you come from? And who exactly are you?"

Yuki and Alepou exchanged a nervous glance, their minds racing as they struggled to come up with an answer.

Yuki: "Um... well, my name's Alexandra... Arthuria. And this is my friend Alepou."

Alepou: "Yeah, Alepou... that's it."

The adventurers and guild representatives exchanged puzzled looks, clearly not satisfied with the vague answers they had received.

Guild Representative: "Alexandra Arthuria and Alepou, you say? Those are... interesting names. And where exactly do you hail from?"

Yuki and Alepou racked their brains, but try as they might, they couldn't remember anything about their past lives or where they came from.

Yuki: "Uh, well, you see... we're not exactly sure. We seem to have... lost our memories."

Alepou: "Yeah, it's like we just... woke up here one day, with no recollection of who we are or where we're from."

The adventurers and guild representatives exchanged concerned glances, clearly taken aback by this revelation.

Adventurer: "Lost your memories, you say? That's... unusual, to say the least. But fear not, brave warriors. If you're in need of assistance or guidance, the Adventurers' Guild is here to help."

Guild Representative: "Indeed. And if you ever remember anything about your past or where you come from, please don't hesitate to let us know. Until then, welcome to our city, Alexandra Arthuria and Alepou. May your journey be filled with discovery and adventure."

Yuki and Alepou nodded gratefully, their hearts heavy with the weight of their forgotten past. But as they looked out at the city before them, bustling with life and opportunity, they couldn't help but feel a glimmer of hope for the future.

Yuki: "Well, Alepou, it looks like we've got a lot of exploring to do. Who knows what secrets this city holds?"

Alepou: "Yeah, but first... let's find some food. I'm starving!"

As Yuki and Alepou ventured deeper into the city, their stomachs growled in protest, a reminder of their empty pockets and uncertain future.

Alepou: "Yuki, I'm starving. Do you think we have any money to buy food?"

Yuki: "I don't think so, Alepou. We didn't have anything on us when we... arrived."

Their worries deepened as they realized their lack of resources in this unfamiliar world. However, their thoughts were interrupted by the approach of the guild representatives, who seemed concerned by their sudden appearance.

Guild Representative: "Excuse me, Alexandra and Alepou, but we couldn't help but notice your conversation with the adventurers. Are you in need of assistance?"

Yuki and Alepou exchanged a panicked glance, realizing they had unwittingly drawn attention to themselves. Thinking quickly, Yuki spoke up.

Yuki: "Ah, well, you see... we've actually been on an adventure! Yes, that's it. We were exploring the forest and got a bit... lost."

The guild representatives looked skeptical, clearly not convinced by Yuki's explanation.

Guild Representative: "I see. And do you happen to have your Adventurer's IDs with you? It's standard procedure for all adventurers in our city."

Yuki and Alepou's hearts sank as they realized they had no such IDs. But just as they were about to despair, a strange sensation washed over them, and a holographic UI popped up in front of them, displaying an inventory screen.

Yuki: "What... what is this?"

Alepou: "I don't know, but it looks like some kind of inventory system."

With trembling hands, Yuki navigated through the UI until she found what they were looking for: two Adventurer's ID cards.

Yuki: "Alepou, look! These must be our Adventurer's IDs!"

Alepou: "But... how did they get there?"

With a mixture of confusion and relief, Yuki and Alepou presented the IDs to the guild representatives, who examined them with interest.

Guild Representative: "Well, I'll be. These IDs... they're for SS Class adventurers!"

Yuki and Alepou exchanged stunned glances, unable to believe what they were hearing.

Yuki: "SS Class? But... we don't even remember being adventurers."

Alepou: "I guess that explains why we were able to fight off those monsters so easily."

The guild representatives nodded in awe, clearly impressed by their unexpected discovery.

Guild Representative: "Well, Alexandra and Alepou, it seems you've stumbled upon quite the mystery. If you ever need assistance with your... adventures, don't hesitate to come to the guild. We'll be happy to help."

As hunger gnawed at their stomachs and desperation crept into their minds, Yuki and Alepou found themselves on the verge of snapping. When the guild representative mentioned their status as SS Class adventurers, a surge of aggression overtook them.

Yuki: "SS Class, huh? Well, that's great and all, but it doesn't fill our stomachs, does it?"

Alepou: "Yeah, we're starving here! Do you have any idea what it's like to fight monsters on an empty stomach?"

Their outburst startled the guild representative, who took a cautious step back, eyes wide with surprise.

Guild Representative: "I... I understand. Please, forgive me. We'll make sure you're taken care of."

Despite their aggressive demeanor, the guild representatives remained remarkably composed. With a calm yet firm tone, they offered Yuki and Alepou an unexpected solution to their predicament.

Guild Representative: "In light of your heroic efforts in saving the city of Graaswell, the guild would like to present you with an award. A feast, in your honor, to express our gratitude for your bravery."

Yuki and Alepou exchanged stunned glances, their aggressive façade crumbling in the face of such generosity.

Yuki: "A feast? For us?"

Alepou: "I... I don't know what to say."

The guild representative smiled warmly, her eyes filled with genuine appreciation for their efforts.

Guild Representative: "You've earned it, Alexandra and Alepou. Please, follow me. We'll make sure you're well-fed and taken care of."

With a mixture of relief and gratitude, Yuki and Alepou followed the guild representative through the bustling streets of Graaswell, their hunger momentarily forgotten in the promise of a hearty meal and a chance to rest and recharge.

As they entered the grand banquet hall, filled with the savory aroma of roasting meats and freshly baked bread, Yuki and Alepou couldn't help but feel a sense of pride swell within them. They may have started the day as hungry and lost newcomers, but now, they were celebrated heroes, honored by the very people they had saved.

And as they dug into the sumptuous feast laid out before them, surrounded by cheering citizens and fellow adventurers, Yuki and Alepou knew that no matter what challenges lay ahead, they would face them together, with courage, camaraderie, and the occasional outburst of hunger-induced aggression.