Chapter 401: Odd
THE WORLD OUTSIDE ISN’T WHAT MANY THINK IT IS.
Some believe that it’s all fun and full of laughter. But behind that veil is an entirely different story. It’s a fabricated reality built on lies and power. Those in high places—governments, corporations, secret organizations—use their strength to oppress the weak, to manipulate them, and to take what they want without giving much in return.
The ninja world is no different. That world is a place of hidden conflicts and shadows lurking behind every corner.
One such man arrived alone in this world. He hadn’t received any grand entrance, nor was he welcomed with open arms by this world’s inhabitants. And even after everything, he refused to give up.
He was different from others.
Faith carried him. Faith in a purpose no one else could see.
Six others found their way into this world alongside him. Each of them arrived with their own reasons and their own ambitions.
Jasper Reza was all about the money. He saw this world as a chance to make a fortune and to gain power through wealth. Money and prestige drove him more than anything. He believed that with enough riches, he could shape his destiny. It was a straightforward goal, and he was willing to do whatever it took, even if it meant entering a Japanese-based virtual reality world.
Margaret Campbell came with different dreams. For her, this world was an adventure. She wanted to see what it was like to live in a ninja universe. She craved the experience and the thrill of the unknown. She believed that she could find some purpose here, maybe even make a difference, if she stayed true to herself.
Alice’s mission was a secret one. She wanted to stop the manufacturers of Elysium—those who seemingly brought the ninja world to life without causing any casualties. She believed that peace was possible and that violence could be avoided if everyone played their part. Her focus was on control and on stopping the cycle of violence before it could start.
William Rodriguez had his own reasons. He had always wanted to be part of the ninja world. Since childhood, he’d read the comic books, binged the television series, and watched all the movies. Now, he was here, living his dream. It was a chance to prove he belonged and to show that he could adapt and survive in a place he’d only admired from earth.
Jada Schmidt was much more comely than the rest. Her goal was simple: help those in need. She saw suffering and sadness in his world and its characters and only wanted to make it better. For her, this world was a place where she could make a difference, reach out to those who needed her the most, and perhaps find some meaning in all of it.