### Chapter 2: A New Beginning
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Darkness surrounded Alex, a profound emptiness that enveloped his senses. He felt weightless, adrift in a void where time held no meaning. A sense of calm washed over him, despite the disorientation of his circumstances. Then, a faint glimmer pierced the darkness, growing steadily brighter until it formed a blinding light.
As Alex shielded his eyes, the radiance coalesced into the form of a figure, majestic and ethereal. It spoke with a voice that resonated deep within him, carrying an otherworldly presence.
"Alex Walker," the voice reverberated gently, "you have departed from your former world and stand now in the presence of the Divine. I am the Overseer, the Keeper of Realms."
Alex blinked, trying to make sense of the surreal encounter. "Am... am I dead?" His voice faltered, uncertain of what lay ahead.
The Overseer nodded solemnly. "Yes, Alex, your mortal life has come to an end. But your journey is far from over. You have been granted a unique opportunity—a chance to begin anew, to shape your destiny."
A mix of emotions surged within Alex—fear, curiosity, and a flicker of hope. He thought of his family, his friends, and the world he had left behind. "What... what happens now?" he asked, his voice barely a whisper in the vastness of the unknown.
"You are offered a single wish to guide your next existence," the Overseer explained, its voice gentle yet resolute. "And a defining word to shape your rebirth."
Alex pondered deeply, recalling the world he had escaped to in his favorite manga, "Kaiju No. 8." It was a realm of towering monsters and brave heroes—a world where strength and courage held the key to survival.
"I wish..." Alex began, his voice gaining strength as he formulated his request. "I wish for a power that rewards hard work and determination. A power to grow stronger with every effort, despite my current limitations."
The Overseer regarded Alex with a knowing gaze. "Your wish is granted," it proclaimed, its words carrying a weight that resonated through the void. "You shall possess the power of 'God Rewards Hard Work,' with a multiplication factor of 100,000,000 per training session."
As the proclamation settled within him, Alex felt a surge of energy coursing through his being—a promise of untapped potential awaiting his command. He sensed a system manifesting beside him, its purpose solely to display his statistics and progress.
"And now," the Overseer continued, "choose your defining word—the essence of your new life, the core of your rebirth."
Alex considered his options, his thoughts racing. "System," he declared finally, the word resonating with clarity and purpose. "Let my rebirth be guided by the system, a tool to measure my growth and achievements in this unfamiliar world."
"As you wish, Alex Walker," the Overseer intoned, its presence beginning to fade as the light surrounding them dimmed. "May your journey be one of discovery and transformation, where every step forward brings you closer to your true potential."
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As the light faded, Alex found himself standing on solid ground once more. The darkness gave way to a new reality—a world that bore a striking resemblance to the pages of "Kaiju No. 8" he had immersed himself in. Tall buildings loomed in the distance, their sleek designs juxtaposed against the untamed wilderness that stretched before him.
He glanced down at himself, taking in the unfamiliar attire—a simple set of clothes suited for exploration. Beside him, the system materialized, its interface displaying his current statistics:
SYSTEM
Name: Alex
Age: 14
Strength 10 ( normal:15)
Speed 10 ( normal:15)
Stamina 10 (normal:15)
Intelligence 15. (Normal:20)
"This is it," Alex murmured to himself, a mix of excitement and trepidation coursing through him. "A new beginning in a world of kaiju battles."
With determination kindling within his heart, Alex Walker took his first steps into the unknown, guided by the power of hard work and the promise of growth that lay ahead.
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