Alexis awoke on cold, metallic flooring, the air sterile and humming with static energy. Walls shimmered with strange panels, lights pulsing in rhythmic waves. A voice echoed in his mind, mechanical and cold:
"Neural sync in progress. Subject: Unknown Royal Genetic Code… anomaly detected… accepted."
He looked down. His body wasn't his. Lean, scarred, poorly clothed. But agile, and wired. Wires. In his head. What sorcery is this?
A loud ding broke his thoughts.
Before him floated a glowing scroll made of light. It unraveled.
Quest 001: Survive the First CycleFailure to adapt will result in the death of your original body. Time until reversion: 24 hours.
Meanwhile, Julius blinked awake to the scent of burning candles and incense. He lay on silk sheets, under a canopy draped in deep crimson. His limbs felt heavier, stronger—his arms bore golden runes.
Servants screamed. A girl with violet eyes stood stunned at the doorway, whispering:
"My prince… you're awake?"
Then he too saw a glowing scroll, inked in crimson.
Quest 001: Assume Royal Duties Without ExposureFailure to adapt will result in the death of your original body. Time until reversion: 24 hours.