Day by day, I was living my life. Everything is grey besides my books. I wish for something new, yet I continue to do nothing about it. I guess, at some point in time, I got used to it. 

When I was younger, everyone was projecting me a prosperous life. I always was at the top of the class. People were admiring me.

I don't understand, when... When I stopped being someone important. How did I become like that?

I read, work, sleep, work, read, sleep. This is my life, my routine, besides some needs. I lived in a gloomy world, but it was much better than it became later. 

"You are fired."

"Why? I always finish on time, and never did something wrong, then, why?"

"To be honest, we found someone who is more eager to do this job. We even pay him less, and he is better at it than you are. I am not even sorry, I don't think you will do anything about it because you are too lazy. You know, I hired you because I saw your potential; you could do a lot, but you just did nothing. I don't know what happened to you, but you are no longer fit for the job. Pack everything you need up right away; things that are left will be considered as trash."

Here I am, with no job, no family, no nothing, except my hobby. I wish I could live in that kind of a world. It would be much better, I would do much more, I will strive for the best... *faints

*Bdish

After some time...

"Hello? Are you still alive?" 

"He still breathes; call an ambulance." 

...

I woke up in a white room. Why is everything blurry? Wait, why can't I move?

"Oh, you are awake. We found your identity card and verified that you have insurance to cover everything. That is strange; why would you spend so much on the best possible option? Did you know that you have few days to live, or was it by accident? It doesn't really matter; we tried to do everything we could to save you, but we are sorry. It didn't work. As I've mentioned before, you will die within a day. Usually, we try to avoid saying such a thing to a person's face, but I think it will be better for you to know it. Your sufferings will end soon. I wish you all the best."

What the... Why? Did I do something wrong? I can't think much; why is it so hard to think straight? Wait, I guess it's even better; I can finally relax for a bit and stop overthinking everything...

*I knew you would appreciate it.*

Who was it? Why do I find this voice strangely familiar? 

*I am the one that will grant you your wish. I will change you, your personality, your life, to become my shadow on that planet.*

What wish are you talking about? I didn't wish to die like that, I want to live!

*You already forgot... Never mind, the contract is already signed; you no longer have the power to change anything. Don't worry, you will like it, but you have to remember your promise. I am counting on you.*

Darkness, why did everything become this dark? What is going on?

*Beep 

*A new player was added to the system. Welcome! Now, you are going straight to your designated location. 

I felt some force pull me somewhere, and when I opened my eyes, I was looking at a beautiful woman feeding me. 

I liked the feeling a lot, mother's embrace, love, it was heartwarming. I don't remember the last time I felt something similar. 

When I looked at this world, I finally saw some colors. Maybe it isn't bad after all. 

*Beep

*Badge was acquired: New beginning

*You have got a message from ???.

"I hope you like your new life. The system will help you to become a better version of yourself. I believe you will meet my expectations; don't disappoint me, human."

Who is he? What does he want from me? Nonetheless, I do like it here. I should cherish this chance to live my life to the fullest.