"I just arrived, and I'm already this strong? Are you serious right now? I got the feeling that it's not bad luck anymore but good luck," he mused inwardly.
In his real world, he was an orphan who grew up in an orphanage. When he turned 15, he decided to move out, as the orphanage was struggling to care for all the children.
Just the cost of food alone is too great for a small orphanage, so he decided to leave even though the caretaker did not agree.
He then worked as a janitor, construction worker, pizza delivery driver, and waiter.
When he was evicted from his monthly apartment, a friend offered him a place to stay in his house for free, but he insisted on paying, and in the end, his friend could not help but agree.
He does not go to school since it is expensive; he only works at a restaurant to support himself, so you can say his life is not that great.
Transmigrating into a world with magic, expecting to become a chopping board since it's a useless prince, now with the help of the system and his bloodline.
Making a comeback and reviving this kingdom is not going to be a hard challenge for him, that is, if he really can do it since he has no experience managing a kingdom.
"Serving customers is easier than serving the whole population. Wait, I'm a king, right? That means they should serve me!" Alexander muttered, scratching the back of his head, trying to figure out the problem.
[The first mission has finally been chosen.]
[To motivate the Host, the system has provided you with your first-ever mission.]
[Mission: Revive the Kingdom
Description: The kingdom, once a proud and prosperous realm under the rule of Alexander's father, has fallen into ruin. The original owner's indulgence in booze, women, and gambling left the land in shambles, tarnishing the kingdom's reputation and draining its resources.
Alliances have crumbled, and no neighboring kingdoms are willing to establish ties due to its mismanagement and the king's disgraceful behavior.
Now, with the former ruler gone, it falls upon the Host to restore the kingdom to its former glory. Rebuild its grandeur, regain the trust of its people, and forge alliances worthy of its name.
Rewards: 50,000 Gold Coins | 1,000 Omni Points | 5 Levels | Magic Barrier Blueprint[CG] | Fertile Soil Enhance Blueprint [CG] | 500 Arcane Stone (UG) | Rare Seeds Pack [CG or UG]
"What's CG? Razon, can you explain this to me? Since it must be different from Arcane Cores," Alexander asked, putting one of his hands on his chin.
[Sure thing, Host. LG stands for Low Grade. It's part of a ranking system to determine the quality of items, from the lowest to the most powerful. Let me break it down for you]
[Here's the hierarchy for clarity:
CG: Common Grade – Basic items or tools.
UG: Uncommon Grade – Better quality, with minor enhancements.
HG: High Grade – Advanced items, useful in higher-level tasks or battles.
SG: Superior Grade – Elite items, rare and powerful.
LG: Legendary Grade – Items owned by high-ranking empires. Very rare! :D
MG: Mythic Grade – Ultra-rare, nearly impossible to find.
AG: Ancient Grade – Artifacts lost to time and history.]
"Oh," he mused as he glanced at the ancient grade that had been lost through time. Then his eyes darted around in the Legendary Grade.
"So, that means my future opponents will have these kinds of items? That is... if I can even revive this kingdom," Alexander sighed heavily.
The weight of the task ahead bore down on him like a mountain. He slumped into the bed again, staring at the dilapidated walls around him.
Managing? What did he even know about managing?
He wasn't a tactician or a leader. He lacked experience in diplomacy, strategy, and economics—all of which were crucial to running a kingdom.
The original owner of this body had left behind nothing but debts, enemies, and a tarnished reputation.
"Well, the only constant in life is change," Alexander muttered, recalling the words of an ancient philosopher.
In his previous life, he cherished reading books, particularly those about philosophy. It provided him with something to hold onto in a life that otherwise felt devoid of meaning.
A life of monotony about serving people, sleeping, and waiting for death. Back then, he had no purpose. No goals.
But now, those words weren't just a fleeting idea; they reflected his current reality.
"Life is dynamic, and nothing remains static," he whispered, his voice barely audible. His gaze drifted to the cracked ceiling above him.
If the natural world was always in a state of transformation, with seasons changing and rivers flowing, why should he expect his life to be any different?
"This change is inevitable," he mused aloud, the weight of the thought settling in his chest.
"Rather than resist it, I must learn to adapt... and embrace my new reality."
His words lingered in the air as if he were convincing himself of the truth. Resisting would only lead to frustration; he understood that much.
But acceptance? Acceptance could bring growth, progress, and even a chance to thrive.
"Nothing is permanent," he murmured as if the words were etched into his soul.
"You cannot step into the same river twice." He paused, letting the meaning sink in.
The water in a river is always moving, always changing. And just like that river, his life, this life, would never be the same as before.
It couldn't be. It would be foolish to try and cling to what was lost. Change, as terrifying as it was, also brought the opportunity for growth, for learning, for something greater.
"Without change, life would stagnate..." His voice trailed off into silence.
His contemplation was broken by the creak of the door swinging open.
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If you want to know his stats if he did not get the bloodline. Then here it is, that is if you want to know:
Name: Alexaner Aurelious
Class: None
Race: Human
Bloodline: Innate Skill: None
Active Skill: Crescent Blade Arc
Passive Skill: None
Free Attributes: 0
Health: 200
Vitality: 10
Strength: 15
Defense: 10
Speed: 12
Stamina: 15
Mana: 50
Magic Power: 10