As i progress in writing this Ff i will try my best to make it a long chapter with more words, as this is my second language and for your info i am not very good at writing as sometimes i forgot what words to use and how to spell the words.
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Cecil or now... Cecilia stirred, her mind hazy, as her eyes blinked open to blinding white light. She sat up slowly, her body feeling lighter yet oddly unfamiliar. Around her was a vast, endless expanse of nothingness—a surreal void that seemed to stretch on infinitely in every direction.
"What… where am I?" she murmured, her voice tinged with confusion.
"Oh, you're awake at last!" a chipper voice rang out, startling her. She turned her head to see a woman with flowing blue hair and an air of radiance.
Dressed in a long blue robe and holding a golden staff, she looked like something straight out of a myth.
"I am Aqua, the Goddess of Water," the woman said with a proud smile, as if Cecilia should immediately recognize the name.
Cecilia groaned, pinching the bridge of her nose. "Another goddess? Great. Just what I needed."
Aqua frowned, clearly not used to such lukewarm responses. "You're not very grateful, are you? Most people would be thrilled to meet me!" She planted her hands on her hips.
"Anyway, you should count yourself lucky. You've been chosen for reincarnation into a brand-new world!"
Cecilia raised an eyebrow. "Reincarnation? Why? And chosen by who?"
"Well, technically, you were sent here because of some... unusual circumstances," Aqua said, avoiding eye contact.
"Something about you moving during a dimensional freeze? It's above my pay grade.
But don't worry about that! The important thing is that I'm here to handle your transition to your new life."
Cecilia folded her arms, her skepticism growing. "And what's the catch? There's always a catch."
Aqua wagged a finger at her. "No catch! Just one little thing. You'll need a cheat ability to help you survive in your new world. Consider it a divine parting gift!"
Cecilia sighed, already exhausted by the conversation. "Fine. What are my options?"
"Oh, I've already picked one for you!" Aqua said brightly, waving her staff. A glowing screen appeared in midair, displaying a single phrase:
"Energy Manipulation"
Cecilia tilted her head, reading the description beneath it: "Allows the user to sense and absorb ambient energy from their environment, which can be stored, controlled, and shaped into various forms. Starts limited but grows with skill and creativity."
"That's… vague," Cecilia said, narrowing her eyes.
"It's a great choice!" Aqua insisted. "Sure, it starts small—maybe you'll light a candle or create a puff of air.
But with time and effort, you could do so much more! Imagine bending fire, forming barriers, even controlling entire weather systems! The possibilities are endless!"
Cecilia stared at her, unconvinced. "And you expect me to figure that out all on my own?"
Aqua waved her hand dismissively.
"You'll get the hang of it. Now, hurry along. There's a new world waiting for you!" Before Cecilia could argue, Aqua tapped her staff, and the void around them began to ripple and dissolve into vibrant colors.
The last thing Cecilia saw was Aqua's cheerful wave before the world around her vanished completely.
The sun hung lazily in the sky, casting a warm golden glow over the sprawling plains as Cecilia emerged from the forest path.
A dirt road stretched ahead, leading to a lively town nestled at the base of rolling hills. Axel. It seemed quaint, almost too peaceful, as if the world had forgotten what chaos looked like.
Cecilia adjusted the strap of her newly acquired satchel—a gift from some locals who thought her a wandering adventurer—and sighed.
She had spent the last day wandering aimlessly, trying to piece together the basics of this world while testing the limits of her cheat ability, Adaptive Energy Manipulation. So far, she had managed to produce a faint glow from her fingertips. Impressive? Hardly.
But she sensed there was more to the skill than she understood, a power waiting to be unlocked.
The sound of laughter and chatter grew louder as she approached the town gates.
Adventurers in mismatched armor milled about, some inspecting quest boards while others argued animatedly over who got to keep the spoils of their latest escapade.
The bustling energy of the town hit her all at once, and for the first time since arriving, she felt something close to excitement.
"Right," she muttered to herself. "First order of business: figure out how not to starve."
The guild hall stood out immediately, its sign creaking in the breeze.
Pushing open the heavy doors, Cecilia was greeted by a cacophony of noise—laughter, shouts, and the clinking of tankards.
The hall was packed with adventurers of all shapes and sizes, their armor and weapons as varied as their personalities.
She stepped up to the receptionist's desk, where a cheerful woman with auburn hair and a professional smile greeted her.
"Welcome to the Axel Adventurer's Guild! Are you here to register?"
Cecilia hesitated for a moment, then nodded. "Yeah, I guess I am."
Note: [ she is transferred to this world normally not the unexpected like what happen to Kazuma, so she had the basic set, money, gears, and food.]
The receptionist handed her a form to fill out, and Cecilia couldn't help but notice the curious glances from some of the other adventurers.
Her appearance must have stood out—her black ponytail, golden eyes, and scarred features made her look every bit the seasoned warrior.
When the receptionist looked over her form, her eyes sparkled with approval.
"You're all set! As a new adventurer, you'll need to complete some basic quests to get started. Oh, and here's your Adventurer's Card."
The card glowed faintly as it formed in Cecilia's hand, displaying her name, level, and the skills available to her. Her cheat skill, Adaptive Energy Manipulation, was listed in small glowing text at the bottom. She turned the card over curiously.
"Anything else I should know?" Cecilia asked.
The receptionist nodded. "Most adventurers start with easier quests. Gathering herbs, hunting small monsters, that sort of thing. And don't forget to team up! Going solo is tough, even for experienced fighters."
"Got it," Cecilia said, pocketing the card.
She spent the rest of the day exploring Axel, taking in its vibrant streets, the colorful market stalls, and the sheer variety of people who called this place home.
Every corner of the town seemed alive with activity, from the bustling shops to the rowdy taverns where adventurers swapped tall tales.
By the time evening rolled around, Cecilia found herself seated at a small table in the guild hall, nursing a plate of stew that was far better than she'd expected. She leaned back in her chair, watching the lively crowd with a mix of amusement and curiosity.
"So this is where it all begins," she murmured, her golden eyes flickering with determination.
This town, with all its chaos and opportunity, would be her starting point. And while she still had much to learn—about her ability, this world, and herself—Cecilia was ready.