Lucian's eyes fluttered open, and he found himself staring at a grand canopy above him. Golden light poured in through tall windows, casting a warm glow over the opulent room. He blinked, sitting up slowly, taking in his surroundings with both awe and a hint of confusion.
"Where am I…?" he murmured to himself, the deep, resonant voice of Asmodeus replaced by the youthful tone of his new form.
He clenched his hands, feeling the unfamiliar softness of his skin. The powerful aura of the Demon King was gone, replaced with a lightness he hadn't felt in ages. For the first time, he was... human.
"Young Master Lucian! You're awake!" A cheerful voice rang out, and a young maid bustled into the room, her brown hair tied neatly in a braid.
"Lila," he said, the name springing to his mind, as if he'd known her for years.
"Yes, Young Master! I've brought your morning tea." She beamed, placing a steaming cup on the bedside table. "Everyone's been worried since you fainted in the library. Are you feeling better?"
Lucian hid a small smile behind his hand. Humans worried so easily over the smallest things. But he nodded, feigning innocence. "Yes, much better. Thank you, Lila."
She looked relieved and poured him a cup, chattering happily as she laid out his clothes. "Lord and Lady Arden were so worried. They're going to be thrilled to see you up and about. Oh, and you have a tutor coming this afternoon!"
Lucian nodded, listening with amusement. The lives of humans seemed simple, yet lively—filled with family, friends, and daily routines. Already, he was beginning to enjoy the calm pace of it.
After Lila left, he took a sip of the tea, savoring the warmth. He felt a subtle pulse of energy, and then, a soft chime echoed in his mind.
**[System Activated: Congratulations on Reincarnating Successfully!]**
Lucian straightened, surprised by the sudden message.
**[Reward: Blessing of the Magic God, Infinite Mana Unlocked, Knowledge of All Known Spells. New Quest Added: Explore Your New World!]**
A smirk played on his lips. He'd done it. The ritual had succeeded, and now he had access to all his spells and infinite mana. Though he no longer felt the overwhelming power of his old form, this System would allow him to blend into this world while still retaining his past strength.
**"Very well,"** he thought, excitement sparking within him. **"Let's see what this world of humans has to offer."**