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Chapter 2 - Awakening Of The Forgotten

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Jianyu stood in the calm of his new world. It was quiet. But he felt a heavy weight on shoulders because of his new identity. The sun was just coming up, shining a soft, golden color over everything. Still, its warmth didn't chase away the chill inside him. This place—once China—felt both like home and strange, just like the body he now wore.

As he walked around the big estate, memories of his parents' voices from last night played in his mind. Their words felt empty, like they were caring but not really connecting with him. They talked to him, but it wasn't really him that they saw anymore—the person he had become after arriving here. They only saw their son, looking at him like he was a disappointment, someone they didn't want to bother with since he hadn't awoken a "God's System."

But Jianyu wasn't the same little boy they remembered. He carried memories of Ayush—the life before all this—and mixed them with thoughts of the boy whose body he now lived in. The hurt from feeling ignored and looked down upon used to weigh him down but not anymore. Instead, that hurt made him want to fight back.

He walked into the training hall, where every step echoed off the walls. This was where the old Jianyu had spent hours trying to impress others, trying to be someone special in their eyes. But for Jianyu now, it wasn't just a training space—it was a battlefield where he'd start to take back his dignity.

"System Interface," he said quietly, trying to stay calm even though excitement bubbled inside him. A see-through panel popped up in front of him showing what he needed to know about himself.

[Player Status]

Name: Jianyu (formerly Ayush)

Age: 21

System Status: Unawakened

Attributes:

Strength: 15

Agility: 12

Intelligence: 18

Vitality: 13

Skills: None

Blessing: None

The information stared back at him, reminding him sharply of his weaknesses—the reason why people found the old Jianyu so easy to mock and belittle. But what they couldn't see was his determination—a fire built from living two lives.

Jianyu closed the screen and clenched his fists at his sides. "This will change," he whispered more for himself than anyone else around him. The old Jianyu had lost hope, but Ayush hadn't—he saw things differently now. Together, both parts of him were set on achieving something greater.

He started training with sharp and careful moves. Every punch and kick felt like a promise—to be stronger and break free from past expectations and pain. As time flew by filled with hard work and sweat, Jianyu welcomed every moment. Pain was familiar like an old friend who reminded him he was alive—and worth fighting for.

After taking a small break, a thought surprised him—it made his lips curl into a faint smile. "I might not have a God's System yet," he said cheerfully, "but I'm not powerless." His smile grew wider; mischief danced in his eyes as he thought about how when he finally awakened that power… everyone would be caught off guard!

The dream of unlocking the strongest God's System was once distant—a memory of something forgotten—but now it felt within reach! The old Jianyu seemed unworthy maybe—but Ayush? He would change all that! Together they'd grab whatever strength this world could give them.

Suddenly, a loud crash filled the silence of the training hall; Jianyu snapped out of his daydream! He spun around expecting trouble only to find a young servant no older than sixteen hurriedly picking up pieces of a broken vase.

"I'm so sorry! Young master!" the boy stammered in fright. "I-I didn't mean—"

Jianyu raised a hand to stop him from panicking further. "It's okay," he replied gently and calmly. "No harm done."

The servant looked confused; this wasn't how he'd expected things to go! The old Jianyu would have yelled or sulked over another sign showing how useless he felt about himself! But the man standing there now? He was different!

"Just… be careful next time," Jianyu added softly as relief washed over the young servant's face. Making sure someone's heart felt lighter? That mattered more than many people realized!

When that boy finished cleaning up quickly and left the room, Jianyu returned to his workout routine but couldn't shake off those thoughts. Ayush had always believed that real power wasn't just about strength—it was about knowing how best to use it! Now in this brand-new world? That belief would guide everything!

After many hours went by and as dusk approached quickly too...Finally allowing himself some rest time on chilly stone flooring—Jianyu leaned back against one wall gazing upwards towards empty ceilings above.

"Tomorrow…" His voice came out quietly "I'll start making them regret ever underestimating me." Memories flooded in—his parents' faces showed doubtful looks; all those who frowned upon him—they'd soon see what potential they overlooked!

But revenge wasn't everything even though that flame burned bright within! No… proving himself mattered most—showing there'd always been worth within!

Footsteps sounded as someone walked toward where he sat while tensed up ready for anything coming next—until it revealed another servant announcing dinner was served.

"Thanks!" replied Jianyu getting up then pausing adding casually "Tell the chef I'll cook breakfast tomorrow."

The servant blinked surprised but nodded fast before scurrying off again.

Leaving behind slowly Jianyu couldn't help but smile thinking over little victories achieved over simple choices today onwards being different meant breaking free from other people's expectations!

Next morning? WHOA! The kitchen buzzed with surprise rumors spreading fast since young Master decided cooking breakfast himself! Chefs giggled wondering plus worried still yelled around…but really? Jianyu hardly noticed while diving into familiar fun making delicious foods literally putting smiles on everyone around—even while swirling delicious smells together full control within those moments nurtured feelings unlike ever before surrounded by joyful laughter echoing everywhere...

Sitting down enjoying every bite?! Staff exchanged glances amazed seeing how focused—and grateful—he willingly didn't rush through eating remembering there's much yet left ahead once morning sunrise exploded outside beckoning stronger needs fought greater challenges waiting waiting...only thing needed settling right NOW ahead brighter future promising glowing brightly surely towards direction pursuing what awaited could finally spark feelings ignited newfound strength reborn ready claiming great quests departure foreseen ahead—

Finished breakfast done nothing held back success would come chasing onward through storms faced each day anew spurring determination remember always growing wiser beyond dreams growing further determined light shining bright illuminating paths forged throughout time proven nothing could keep shining stars dim...

As closing system panel interface left alone satisfied spending energy remaining boosting spirits still soared high confident charging powering energy someday drawing forth strengths unknown just merely existing felt changing destiny unveiled witnessed remarkable bravery sworn loved finding placed rediscovered paths leading toward conquering all…

With last glance kitchen lingering memories blossomed warmheartedly spreading across placed hopes facing limitless opportunities stepped forth realizing truly redefining who claim smarter journey set aligning wise goals reaching achieving meaningful rewards found truly shaped greatness squeezed yearning burst illuminating lives everywhere…

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