The dim glow of a computer screen was the only source of light in a cramped, messy room. Scattered wrappers, half-empty cups of instant noodles, and a dusty gaming console surrounded a young man slouched in his chair. His name was Rei Kurogane, an 18-year-old shut-in who had long abandoned any hope of a normal life.
He barely went outside. He had few friends. And the world? It had long forgotten him.
But deep inside, a lingering desire burned—to be noticed, to be someone who mattered.
Tonight, however, fate had different plans.
As Rei finally decided to step out to buy some snacks, the sound of screeching tires filled the air. Before he could react—
BANG!
A violent impact sent his body flying. Blood splattered onto the asphalt. His vision blurred, and the last thing he saw was the cold night sky above him.
"Am I... dying?"
Darkness consumed