Chapter 1: system awakening [1]
It was a joyous day in the city of Maglor, capital of the Starfall Kingdom.
The streets were alive with cheers and joyful songs.
People gathered in massive crowds, eyes full of admiration as they stood before a grand statue in the center of the main square.
The statue depicted the strongest man in the history of humankind, the first awakened.
Born in this very city, his legacy was celebrated once every ten years with a grand festival.
People from all regions and factions traveled far to pay homage to the man who once stood as humanity’s greatest hope.
Amidst the festive cheer, a young boy, no older than four or five, peered out from a window of a nearby tavern.
Sitting beside him was a man with sharp features and a calm, powerful presence. The boy tugged at the man’s sleeve.
"Who is that man? And why is everyone praising him?" the boy asked with innocent curiosity.
The man hesitated, but before he could answer, the child continued, "I want to be praised too."
With a small chuckle, the man gently ruffled the boy’s hair.