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Living Room,
After taking a bath, Lev prepared himself a simple breakfast before settling down in the living room.
He still had plenty to explore within the system. There was no doubt that adapting to his new life would take time, especially if he wanted to learn how to use the system efficiently and make the most of the powers he had been given.
As he leaned back on the couch, Lev suddenly remembered something important.
Wait... I almost forgot about the gifts I received from the True God.
He mentally slapped himself for overlooking them.
"System, let me see my inventory."
Lev had been so distracted by everything that had happened that he had nearly forgotten about the additional items waiting inside his inventory.
Now seemed like the perfect time to examine them.
Perhaps they would give him a better understanding of what the True God expected from him.
The familiar blue screen appeared before him.
[Inventory: Unknown Weapon, World Ticket, 25 Random Summoning Card, Universe Identity Token.]
Lev's eyes narrowed with curiosity as he examined the three items.
"Explain these items."
The system immediately responded.
[Unknown Weapon]
[Description: A weapon forged and enhanced by the True God, crafted from various rare and powerful materials. This weapon is capable of killing any creature, regardless of its nature.
Skills:
Transform (Active): The weapon can transform into any form of weapon at will.
Recall (Active): The weapon can be summoned back to the Host's possession from any distance.
Life Curse (Passive): Anyone who attempts to steal or wield this weapon without the title of True God's Successor will be cursed, causing their life force to gradually drain until they perish.
Durability: Indestructible.
Ownership: Only the True God's Successor can wield this weapon.
Note: Cannot be dropped or stolen.]
Lev's eyes widened as he read through the description.
"A weapon capable of killing any creature..."
He couldn't help but feel astonished.
Even without knowing what the weapon actually looked like, its description alone was enough to tell him that it was far from ordinary.
The True God really went all out.
Lev continued reading.
[World Ticket]
[Description: A special ticket required to journey into another world.]
Lev leaned back against the couch, processing the information.
"A ticket to another world..."
His eyes gleamed with curiosity.
The possibility of traveling beyond Earth was something he had only ever encountered in fiction.
Now, it was sitting inside his inventory.
If the system's description was accurate, this small ticket could allow him to step into an entirely different world.
I wonder what kind of worlds I'll be able to visit.
The thought alone made Lev excited.
[Random Summoning Card]
[Description: A card that can randomly summon a being from another world, whether a person, animal, monster, or something else. The summoned being will always be loyal to the Host.
Note: Summoned beings are created anew, regardless of whether they were alive or dead in their original world. Only essential information about themselves and the world they came from is retained in their memories upon summoning.]
Lev stared at thel description.
"A random being from another world..."
His curiosity immediately intensified.
It could be a person.
An animal.
A monster.
Or perhaps something completely different.
There was no way to know what he would receive until he actually used the card.
Lev's fingers hovered over the system interface as he considered his options.
The Unknown Weapon gave him a powerful means of protection.
The World Ticket could take him to another world.
And the Random Summoning Card could potentially bring an unknown being from another world directly to him.
Lev carefully read through the descriptions, his curiosity growing with every passing second.
Lev couldn't help but smile.
For the first time, the possibilities before him felt almost limitless.
After taking a deep breath, he decided to summon the weapon.
"Come."
Almost immediately, he felt a strange, invisible bond form between himself and the weapon.
A moment later, something materialized in his hand.
It was approximately 1.5 meters long and looked like nothing more than an ordinary black stick.
There was no overwhelming aura.
No dazzling glow.
No visible sign of its immense power.
It looked completely ordinary.
Lev examined it carefully, turning it over in his hand.
Despite its unremarkable appearance, he could somehow sense the immense power hidden within it.
So this is the weapon the True God gave me.
Satisfied, Lev decided to test its morphing ability.
He focused his mind on the weapon and imagined another form.
The moment he did, the black stick suddenly transformed.
Its shape shifted and changed until it became an entirely different weapon.
Lev's eyes lit up.
"It really works."
A deep sense of satisfaction washed over him as he held the transformed weapon.
This was undoubtedly an extraordinary weapon.
Then, a system notification appeared.
[Do you want to name the Unknown Weapon?]
Lev paused.
He stared at the weapon in his hand, carefully considering the system's prompt.
This weapon felt significant.
Its potential seemed limitless.
It wasn't merely a weapon—it was something that could accompany him throughout his journey and perhaps even shape his future.
After a moment of thought, Lev nodded.
"Yes."
He remained silent for several more seconds, searching for a name worthy of such a weapon.
Something timeless.
Something that represented its seemingly endless potential.
Finally, a name came to mind.
"It will be called Infinity from today onward."
[Infinity is registered.]
Lev smiled.
"Infinity..."
He repeated the name quietly, feeling that it suited the weapon perfectly.
After experimenting with Infinity for a while, Lev eventually returned it to his inventory.
His attention then shifted to the remaining items.
Unlike Infinity, neither the World Ticket nor the Random Summoning Card looked particularly impressive.
Both were simply cards.
Lev placed the World Ticket back into his inventory.
However, his gaze lingered on the Random Summoning Card.
Should I try the Summoning Card?
Curiosity began gnawing at him.
He spent several minutes debating whether he should use it immediately.
There was no telling what might appear.
It could be a powerful warrior.
A terrifying monster.
An ordinary animal.
Or perhaps something completely unexpected.
The uncertainty only made him more curious.
Eventually, Lev gave in.
"Use one Random Summoning Card."
His voice carried a hint of anticipation.
[One Random Summoning Card has been used.]
In an instant, a blinding light erupted from the card s voice carried a hint of anticipation.
[One Random Summoning Card has been used.]
In an instant, a blinding light erupted from the card as a magic circle came out on the floor.
The entire living room was engulfed in brilliant light, forcing Lev to shield his eyes.
"What the—?!"
The light lasted only a few seconds before gradually fading.
When Lev finally lowered his arm and opened his eyes, his expression changed completely.
Someone was standing before him.
A pale woman with a gray complexion, sharp, blue-stained nails, and notably dark pink lips which sharply contrasted the tone of her skin. She was wearing a plain-loose black kimono with a white loose yuban underneath, secured with a striped pale brown-striped obi, white socks, and no shoes or clogs.
One thing that greatly made Lev familiar with her was due to the fact that she was holding a four-stringed wooden biwa with a large bachi pick. Not to mention, the very obvious single eye that she had.
"Good day, Master."
Her voice was soft yet respectful.
Lev was still trying to process what had just happened.
"G-Good day..."
He blinked several times before finally asking, "Y-You're Nakime, right?"
The woman straightened.
Her expression remained composed as she replied.
"Yes, Master."
Lev froze.
He never thought to have summoned such a being right off the bat.
Scan.
The moment he gave the command in his mind, the True God's Eye activated.
A blue screen appeared before him.
[Name: Nakime]
[Race: Demon]
[Level: 0 (Progress: 0%)]
[World Description: Nakime came from the world of "Demon Slayer". It is a world where ordinary human civilization exists alongside a hidden supernatural society of demons and Demon Slayers.]
Lev's expression gradually became shocked and surprised as he finished reading.
'This is amazing. I can really summon individuals from other worlds.' Lev couldn't help but look at Nakime from head to toe. Though she was scary to look at, she was not that worried given that she is calling him master.
[New Feature Unlocked]
[Summon]
[Description: This feature allows the Host to manage his summons. Summoned beings can reside within a special space designated for them.]
[Note: Under special circumstances, this space or world can be adjusted as long as certain conditions are met.]
[Add-on Skills:]
[Telepathy (Active): Allows the Host to communicate mentally with his summons.]
[Summon Transfer (Active): Allows the Host to summon any of his summons to his side from a distance.]
[Summon/s: Nakime]
Lev raised an eyebrow as he examined the newly unlocked feature.
A whole system for managing summons?
"Interesting."
He took a moment to process the information before turning his attention toward Nakime.
Since she was now his summon, he figured he might as well give her something useful to do.
"Nakime."
Lev's tone was firm yet casual.
"From now on, you'll be handling the house chores here in the apartment. It's just the two of us, so you don't have to worry about the place getting too dirty."
"Also, I know that you're afraid of the sun, so you can close the windows. Don't worry, we will find another place in the near future."
"Thank you, Master."
Nakime immediately nodded, her voice soft and obedient.
She then began tidying up the living room without another word.
For a moment, silence filled the apartment.
Lying on the sofa, Lev stared at the ceiling, his mind drifting back to everything that had happened since his encounter with the True God.
Even now, it all felt surreal.
Like a dream he hadn't fully awakened from.
Yet, little by little, Lev was beginning to accept that this was his new reality.
He had power now.
Immense power.
And it was time for him to figure out how to use it.
"System," Lev asked, a hint of curiosity in his voice. "Can I talk to the True God?"
A few seconds passed.
There was no response.
Lev waited a little longer before sighing.
"I guess not."
He set the thought aside for now and shifted his attention toward the future.
There were more pressing matters to consider.
"I've got money now, but it probably won't be enough in the long run."
Lev stared at the ceiling, deep in thought.
I need a steady source of income. Something more reliable than simply relying on my savings.
He had suddenly received fifty million dollars, but Lev understood that having money and knowing how to maintain his wealth were two very different things.
Fortunately, he had the system.
With the system's help, making money should be easy.
The thought alone made him smile.
But what would be the most sustainable way to earn a living?
He needed something that could provide him with a steady income while also giving him greater control over his future.
Investing in stocks could work...
Lev considered the idea for a moment.
But that doesn't feel like the right path in the long run.
He wanted something more hands-on.
Something he could build himself.
Something that could continue generating income even while he was busy pursuing his other goals.
Opening a restaurant might be the best option.
Lev had always enjoyed cooking.
It was one of the few things he genuinely liked doing, and with the system's ability to rapidly improve his skills, he could potentially master the culinary arts far faster than an ordinary person.
More importantly, cooking was a skill he could carry with him wherever he went.
If he was truly going to conquer world after world in the future, having the ability to prepare food would never be useless.
Besides, I don't have to choose just one.
Lev's eyes narrowed thoughtfully.
A restaurant will take time to establish, but I can start investing in stocks at the same time.
He could diversify his sources of income while gradually building his own business.
After thinking it through, Lev nodded decisively.
"It's decided, then."
He sat up on his bed.
"I'll open my own restaurant."
A determined smile appeared on his face.
Lev grabbed his phone, his eyes gleaming with excitement.
Time to cheat my way through life.
With the system's abilities, he immediately began searching for cooking tutorials and instructional videos.
He opened one video after another, carefully studying every technique, recipe, and cooking method he could find.
Then—
[Cooking +1]
[Cooking +1]
[Cooking +1]
[Cooking +1]
White notifications began appearing across his vision.
At the same time, knowledge poured directly into his mind.
Knife techniques.
Ingredient preparation.
Cooking temperatures.
Seasoning.
Sauces.
Baking.
Food preservation.
Kitchen management.
Restaurant operations.
The information continued flooding into his consciousness.
Lev's grin grew wider.
This was only the beginning.
With the True God's Cheat, he wasn't simply learning how to cook.
He was rapidly turning himself into a master chef.
And if everything went according to plan...
His restaurant would be the first step toward building his own financial empire.