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Chapter 13 - Chapter 13

Here's a revised and slightly lengthened version of your passage:

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I woke up early and glanced around at the others still peacefully asleep. With a quiet stretch, I began preparing for the quest that the system had assigned me.

**New Quests:**

1. Cut Down 100 Trees (Reward: Basic Sword Mastery, Strength Enough To Rip Out a Tree from Its Roots)

2. Help Kie Kamado with Her Chores (Reward: Kamado Family Affection)

I shed my shirt and made my way into the forest, carrying Tanjiro's axe with me. 

With a burst of explosive speed, I delved deeper into the woods, each swing of the axe bringing a new tree crashing to the ground.

Thud! Thud! Thud! Thud! Thud!

The rhythm of the falling trees was almost hypnotic, and before long, the quest was complete.

[Quest 1 Completed: Reward - Basic Sword Mastery, Immense Strength Applied to the User]

As soon as the system acknowledged my completion, I felt a surge of familiarity with a sword. My body seemed to expand slightly, and steam began to rise from my skin. The sensation was both invigorating and exhausting.

Once the steam settled, I took a deep breath and tested my newfound strength. With a powerful strike, I smashed the ground, creating a network of cracks. I then picked up a large log, compressing it with my hands. Under the immense pressure, the log started to shrink until it was no bigger than a small ball. As I continued to apply pressure, steam began to form around my hands, and the temperature of the log rose dramatically. Finally, I opened my hands to reveal a small diamond that had formed from the compressed wood.

Grinning, I admired the diamond, despite the state of my hands, which were now battered and nearly unrecognizable. My strength had clearly reached new heights, and the evidence was right in front of me.

Returning to the Kamado house, I carried the fallen trees and stored them in the designated area for later burning. I then turned my attention to the chores assigned in the second quest. I moved through the house quietly, determined to complete the task. I washed the dishes with meticulous care and began sorting through the clothes that needed laundering. Each movement was performed with the utmost precision, as I aimed to finish the quest to the best of my ability.

As I was engrossed in my work, I noticed a shadow falling over me. Looking up, I saw Kie Kamado standing above me, her gaze fixed on the pile of clothes I had collected.

"Kuro-kun?" Her voice was soft, tinged with a hint of curiosity.

I stood up and bowed slightly, meeting her gaze. "Good morning, Miss Kamado," I said, my voice steady. I watched as her eyes shifted from the clothes to me. A smile gradually formed on her face, and she reached out to gently pat my head.

"Ara~ Ara~ Thank you for everything, Kuro-kun~," she said warmly. Her patting became more affectionate, and her smile was filled with genuine gratitude.

"It's okay, Miss Kamado," I replied, feeling a lump in my throat. "I simply wanted to show my appreciation for your kindness. I never had a mother or a father; I lived alone for as long as I can remember. But your kindness made me want to repay you for everything. For the brief moments I've had with your family, I felt like I had siblings and a caring mother."

As I spoke, Kie Kamado's expression shifted to one of sadness and pity. Her eyes softened, and she regarded me with a maternal concern that I hadn't felt in years.

"Kuro-kun~," she began softly, "if you wish, you can stay with us and become part of our family."

Her words were unexpected, and I felt a rush of emotion. "Can I?" I asked, my voice barely above a whisper. My eyes began to well up with tears, a mix of hope and overwhelming gratitude.

[Acting has Levelled Up]

Kie Kamado, seeing the tears in my eyes, enveloped me in a warm, comforting hug. She whispered gently, "Yes, you can."

The embrace was everything I had hoped for—a sense of belonging and acceptance. For the first time in a long while, I felt like I was truly part of something.

[Acting Has Leveled Up]

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