Mystery:Temperance Pathway (LOTM)

Chapter 4:Destiny?.

The next day dawned with the melodious chirping of birds and the gentle caress of a morning breeze. Kai slowly opened her eyes and gazed at the ceiling for a moment, the reality of her strange new life sinking in. She mumbled quietly to herself, "So it's not really a dream, huh..."

Stretching her body, she rose from the bed and peered outside through the window. The sunlight streamed in, painting the room in a warm, inviting glow. The street below was bustling with life: people going about their daily routines, vendors setting up shop, and carriages passing by.

Children were running and playing, while adults engaged in conversations or read newspapers. It was a vibrant scene of daily life in this new world, and Kai couldn't help but marvel at the differences from her previous reality, the sights and sounds a testament to the existence of a world that defied her understanding.

A soft knock on the door drew her attention, and she quickly opened it. There, with her characteristic black hair and eyes, stood Arianna, a calming presence in this whirlwind of uncertainty.

Kai greeted her with a polite "Good morning..." Her cautiousness from the events of the previous day lingered, but she was genuinely grateful for Arianna's assistance and hospitality at the church.

Arianna replied in kind with a calm voice, "Good morning," and gestured to the stack of books she was carrying, a collection that held the promise of knowledge and insight into this new world, its pages a gateway to understanding.

Kai noticed the books and other items Arianna had brought. She accepted the books with a sense of anticipation, knowing that within their pages lay answers to the many questions that filled her mind. She ushered Arianna into the room, expressing her gratitude. "Thank you."

As Arianna arranged the books on the table, she assured Kai, "Just call me if you need anything," her demeanor reflecting a readiness to assist in any way she could.

Kai nodded and replied, "Thanks, I will."

With that, Arianna left the room, leaving Kai alone with the pile of books that lay before her. She surveyed the collection, taking a deep breath. It felt somewhat reminiscent of the days when she was studying for board exams, but the stakes were undoubtedly different now, and the subject matter far more exotic.

Kai couldn't help but smile as she embraced the task ahead. "Let's start and gather some information about this new world." She knew that knowledge was her greatest weapon in this unfamiliar reality, and these books were the keys to unlocking that power.

But before she delved into her studies, she needed to address a pressing matter. She sat down and touched her neck, expecting the usual appearance of a screen and the ensuing pain. However, this time, the sensation was absent, leaving her with a sense of relief and curiosity.

A screen materialized, and Kai couldn't help but speak her inquiry, "What can you do to help me with these books?" She pointed to the stack on the table, eager to explore the capabilities of the system that had become an integral part of her existence.

Kai's mind was buzzing with expectations. She had read about systems in manhwa that provided players with cheat codes, immunity to poisons, and the ability to remember vast amounts of information. She was eager to see what this system could offer, to discover the extent of its assistance in her quest for knowledge and strength.

The system's response appeared on the screen, and Kai read it with anticipation:

[System will do the best to guide the host]
[The host can ask questions regarding some topics]
[But some questions can't be answered, or the knowledge is not yet the right time to know]