Ethan Carter had always lived an ordinary life—one that lacked excitement or change. He worked an uninspiring office job at a small company most people had never heard of. His days felt like endless repetitions of the same, mundane tasks. Nothing exciting, nothing noteworthy, just the same old routine: work, simple dinner, dreams of a life filled with adventure.
But one day, while walking home after yet another tiresome day, something unusual happened. The air felt strange, the sky was clouded, and the wind seemed to swirl around him unnaturally. He couldn't quite place it, but something felt wrong. Then, in an instant, the ground beneath his feet vanished. It was as though he was falling into nothingness. Everything went black.
Time seemed to stretch out endlessly in that blackness. Ethan had no sense of how long he was lost to unconsciousness. When his senses finally began to return, he found himself in an unfamiliar place—a place bathed in an eerie, celestial light. It wasn't like any earthly light he had ever seen. Soft, glowing, and yet overwhelmingly powerful, it surrounded him like a comforting embrace.
He couldn't comprehend where he was. The air was filled with a strange stillness. The silence was profound, and it felt as if time itself had stopped. Then, out of nowhere, a voice, ancient and wise, echoed through the emptiness. It was a voice unlike any Ethan had ever heard before. It resonated in his mind, carrying a sense of power and authority.
"Ethan Carter, your life in your world has ended," the voice intoned. "But your true destiny begins now. Fear not, for the path ahead is one of challenge and victory. You have three wishes. Three requests, no more. Once you make your choice, there is no turning back. Choose wisely, for each wish will determine your fate."
Ethan's mind raced. This couldn't be real, could it? He had always felt like his life was ordinary, even boring. Now, standing in this strange, ethereal place, he was faced with an opportunity beyond anything he could imagine. Three wishes. What should he ask for? What could he even wish for? His mind buzzed with possibilities.
He took a deep breath, trying to calm himself, but the uncertainty lingered. He had never been one to make rash decisions. But this was different—he wasn't just deciding what to have for dinner. This was a moment that could change everything.
The voice, sensing his confusion, spoke again, this time more gently.
"Each wish will grant you a new power, a new strength. But choose carefully, for the path ahead will be fraught with danger. You must be prepared."
Ethan thought long and hard. His life had always felt limited, constrained. Maybe this was his chance to break free, to become something more than just a man living an ordinary life. But what kind of power did he need?
After what felt like an eternity, he spoke slowly.
"I wish for a system of ten thousand times power. I want my strength to grow to unimaginable levels, so I can face whatever challenges come my way."
There was a brief pause, as if the voice was considering his choice. Then, the voice replied with a hint of approval.
"Granted. Your strength will surpass the limits of human capability. Prepare yourself for the trials ahead."
Ethan's body shuddered as he felt a surge of energy course through him. He could already feel his muscles, his very being, becoming more powerful than he had ever dreamed. It was as though every fiber of his body was being rewritten to become something greater.
Next, Ethan considered what else he would need. Strength alone wasn't enough. If he was to survive in this strange new world, he would need more than just raw power. He would need courage—courage to lead, to inspire others, to make decisions that would shape the course of battles and history. He thought of the great warriors, kings, and leaders he had admired from stories and legends. What if he could be like them? A knight, a ruler, a symbol of hope and strength.
"I wish for the Lion Knight King system," he said firmly. "I want the leadership, courage, and charisma of a king, the kind that commands armies and inspires loyalty. I want to be a leader others would follow without question."
For a moment, the air seemed to shimmer as if in response to his words. Then the voice spoke again, its tone rich with power.
"Granted. You will be endowed with the courage of a lion, the wisdom of a king, and the presence of a ruler. Your leadership will be unmatched."
Ethan felt a new kind of power awaken within him—an aura of authority, confidence, and undeniable strength. It was as if he could already feel the weight of a crown upon his head, the responsibility of leadership pressing upon him. He could already envision himself standing before armies, leading them with unshakable conviction.
But there was still one more wish left. Strength and leadership were essential, but they wouldn't be enough on their own. He would need intellect—sharpness, clarity, and insight. He needed to be able to think several steps ahead, to outwit his enemies and overcome the most difficult challenges. He couldn't afford to make mistakes, not when so much was at stake.
"I wish for the system of intelligence," Ethan declared. "I want the ability to think faster, smarter, to analyze and solve problems with ease. I want to outsmart any foe or obstacle that stands in my way."
A soft chuckle seemed to emanate from the voice, as though it were pleased with his final choice.
"Granted. Your mind will be your greatest weapon. You will be able to calculate, strategize, and understand the world around you in ways no one else can."
As the final wish was granted, Ethan felt his mind expand, his thoughts sharpening like the edge of a blade. It was as though his entire understanding of the world had shifted. Ideas, strategies, and solutions flowed into his mind effortlessly. He could see patterns where others saw chaos, possibilities where others saw obstacles.
With all three wishes granted, Ethan stood in the midst of the ethereal light, feeling more powerful, more capable, and more alive than he ever had before. His body, mind, and soul had been transformed into something greater. He wasn't just Ethan Carter anymore—he was something new, something extraordinary. The possibilities ahead of him were limitless.
"Prepare yourself, Ethan Carter," the voice said, its tone now tinged with finality. "Your new destiny awaits. The challenges of this world will test you, but you are ready. Go forth, and claim your place in this new world."
With that, the light around Ethan flared brightly, and the world around him began to shift and change. He felt himself being pulled forward, through time and space, into the unknown. The last thing he remembered was the sensation of soaring through the air, as though the very fabric of reality itself had bent to accommodate his new path.
When the light faded, Ethan found himself standing in a vast, unfamiliar landscape. The world was unlike anything he had ever seen before. Towering mountains loomed in the distance, and thick forests stretched as far as the eye could see. The air was thick with the scent of adventure, of something primal and wild.
He knew in that moment that his journey had truly begun. No longer just a man lost in his routine, Ethan Carter had become a force to be reckoned with. The trials ahead would be many, but he was ready. He was no longer ordinary. He was a king, a knight, a leader. And he would rise to claim his destiny.
The Lion Knight King's Rise had begun.