[ Puuuuussssssshhhhhh! ]
The glass cover of the capsule opens upwards. Seth squirmed awake by loosening all his muscles. He moaned for a moment. He had never felt so comfortable sleeping.
He can't remember the last time he slept comfortably. Maybe when he was in high school. While his parents were still alive-before strange events made both parents disappear mysteriously.
"Ugh, wait a minute –" Seth muttered in relief.
Seth felt his body astonished. From the arms, legs, and ribs, all the bruises all over his body disappeared without a trace. He even punched his ribs, and no horrible stabbing like before.
"True, the wound is all gone. How could I − ?" Seth talked to himself.
His legs moved down from the magic capsule to ensure he was not dead. Seth looked at the mirror on the wall.
"I'm healed!"
Though the verge of his lip had been torn yesterday and now disappeared without a trace.
"It works! My ribs did not hurt anymore either," Seth roared with excitement.
Incredible, Seth raised his hand wide. The bruises around his chest also just disappeared.
"Good morning, sir. Well, you look better than yesterday." Flavio welcomes, Seth has just woken up from his medication.
Flavio arrives with a robot trolley that follows him into the treatment room. The trolley looks like a small closet using four wheels and a light sensor.
"Flavio, what happened to me, exactly? Why are all my wounds gone? Did you see that? My ribs are fine too." Seth asked thrilly incalculable.
His face was not as pale as paper anymore, and Seth seemed to wake up with a new life.
He's alive, his eyes shining.
The healing capsule bed is magical. It's able to heal Seth overnight.
Flavio stretches out his robotic arms. "This capsule has the supreme healer healing system, Sir. Any serious illness or injury can be cured simply by sleeping overnight. It works to repair damaged tissues and cells. Update it with a new network."
Seth frowned. "What system are you using, anyway? Why are you guys so good at it? Can you control the human mind too?"
Flavio shook his tiny hand. "Not so. Our system works and integrates only on the objects' networks."
"Could you stop calling me that? Just Seth, Flavio. Call me by name."
"Yes, sir - sorry, I mean Seth."
"Then, are you the only one who lives here? I mean, isn't there anybody else? Who owns this place? Raven?" Seth asked curiously.
Many questions take time to answer by him.
"Why am I here? Why did you bring me here?"
"Calm down, Seth. I know this is confusing for you. You better have breakfast, clean up and change. Let all the questions Raven answer them." Flavio replied kindly. "I'll take you to your room."
"All right. I think - I should be more patient and restrained. You don't know anything. I understand," Seth replied and disenchanted. "The most important thing is that I recover. Thank you so much for saving me. I owe you my life."
Flavio shows Seth's room on the second floor, and Seth follows behind. The second floor is as beautiful, luxurious, and majestic as the lower one. A walking closet trolley accompanied Seth's footsteps.
"If you are too tired to climb the stairs, you can try the elevator at the other end. The third floor itself is a training ground, Sir." Flavio explained. "There aren't many rooms here, and this mansion is for you."
[ Yeah, whatever you called me, Flavio − ] Seth muttered inwardly.
"Special training?" Seth nodded with a frown. "Raven talked about this training earlier. What does that mean? What are you training me?"
Flavio laughed stiffly. "You'll find out for yourself. It is clear that we do it to improve you."
Seth snorts. "My life is a mess though one thing amazes me, Flavio. Raven knew that my parents had mysteriously disappeared. It's confusing me."
"I hope you'll find the answer to your question later," Flavio replied, putting up a graphically shaped smile line.
"I still wonder who this belongs to, and I don't see family portraits from downstairs − I see paintings. This sweet and sour? It was like a dream. Are you not mistaken?" Seth commented that still hard to believe this mansion for him based on Flavio's story.
Built for me, he said −?
"Not at all, and it is your room. Raven has turned off the automatic locking system. So, you don't need any access keys to get into your private room, and if there's anything you need, you can press the green button on the desk lamp. I will come, Sir." Flavio added. He opened the door for Seth.
Seth gawked at his spacious room. His tongue was swollen though he had difficulty speaking. By whatever is in the heavens and the Earth. Seth had never imagined that this fortune would finally come to him.
[ Bloody hell. It's fantastic! ]
During this time, misfortune and bad luck plagued his life. Seth hates everything, including the fate of his life that treats him like trash. Bullied, treated inhumanely, and condemned to die.
The room had a giant crystal-clear window that showed a view of the Blue Ocean. The coastal part shows a gorgeous turquoise color. The rocks are adorable and shaped with a sky as shady as the Pacific.
"Oh, my God. Incredible." Seth muttered in astonishment. He didn't expect to be able to set foot inside such a luxurious room. "Are you serious?! This isn't a joke, is it, Flavio?"
"Of course, this is real. Everything in this mansion is yours."
King-sized mattress, soft carpet in stone color, silver walls, and monochrome glittering bed legs. Giant flat-screen television, mini theater set, and a work desk with sophisticated computer sets of the latest brands.
Seth knows the price is fantastic.
Flavio showed him every detail of Seth's new room. "The dressing room, Sir. All the clothes you need. Shoes, sandals, watches, everything you need is here. For the access door, you can push this button."
Seth had difficulty swallowing his saliva. Short of breath now, like dipping from the highest heights. "Insane!"
Seth laughed but was shocked. His hand held her stiff nape. He felt a large mattress whose fabric was as soft as silk.
"My life has finally changed!" Seth roared with excitement.
He collapsed on the floor, and it still felt unbelievable.
"Breakfast is waiting downstairs. Please clean yourself up. Excuse me."
Seth prevents Flavio from leaving. "Wait a minute, Flavio."
"Is there anything missing, sir?"
Seth shook Flavio's tiny hand. "Thanks a million, and I'm thrilled to know you guys."
On the robotic screen, Flavio puts on an airy smile. "You're welcome, Sir. I hope you're comfortable staying here. Hurry up for breakfast. Raven is waiting for you in his room."
"Okay."
***
"Bon appetit, sir."
Seth arrived at the dining table and looked served delicious and aromatic food in front of him.
In his entire life, Seth has never tasted expensive dishes like this. When he was in college, he was willing to endure the famished. Therefore he could pay the tuition fees.
Seth had received a scholarship but only fully 'it once graduating.
He works at Covcaid though still unable to rent a better flat, and aggravated Castor always snatched his salary.
"Raven didn't join us?" Seth asked with a frown.
Flavio wore a tiny napkin that coiled around his robotic body. He dressed like a professional chef. There are still other robots whose two hands deftly place dishes on the dining table.
The robot is light, shaped like a human, and its height is half Seth's waist.
Flavio laughed stiffly again, and Seth was familiar with the characteristic laughter of his little friend. "Raven didn't come with us for some reason that I can't explain. Raven is in his room. He's waiting for you there. You should have breakfast first and prepare yourself mentally. Have a seat, Sir."
Seth shrugged and pulled up a chair to sit down. "All right. You stay here with me. I'm still adapting - consider the mansion fulfill of systems and robots. I still have an understanding. Bon Appetit, Flavio. The robot - does he have a name?"
Seth points to a human-sized robot that moves its head rigidly.
"You can call him Code: Echo."
Seth smiled airily. He reached out and shook Echo's robotic hand. "Hi, Echo. I'm Seth. Nice to meet you."
Echo nodded stiffly. "Welcome, Mr. Vonstein. I hope you like my dish."
***
"Has Raven been found?" Seth asked. Flavio helps Echo clean the dining table. Seth watched them from his chair while eating the dessert. They forbid Seth to help them. "Of course. Raven's been waiting for you. Are you satisfied with the food, Sir? You want something before we go to see Raven?" Seth giggled and finished his drink. "Yes. It's delicious. Thank you in advance, Flavio. You guys are like professional chefs. Is there anyone else in the mansion? I mean - just the four of us?" Flavio nodded stiffly. "Yes. The rest is just smart furniture. In this mansion, there are only four of us. All your needs and stuff automatically, Sir. Whatever you want. Everything is available. Just say the word, Sir." Seth's eyes darted out the window. "Can I take a walk, Flavio? Where are we exactly?" "Okay. I'll take you later. We're still on earth, Sir. Not far away from the capital of Oakenvale State, but this place is a remote territory. Not visible on a normal map. Not everyone can access
[ I have my own satellite watcher built-in system, Seth. It works every time. That's why I have all the human databases around the world. I saw everything. I know everything. Nothing escapes me. Including when I was watching you. ] Raven showed Seth all the pictures and footage of what happened at Covcaid.Corp. A sad glimpse into Seth's life. In the apartment with his daily activities, income counts, expenses, and medical records. Castor Black and his three stupid-looking followers attacked him. Even sweet moments with Millie Graham. Bullshit!! That traitorous deserved death in the worst way! "Come on! You don't have to show all that, Raven. That's so embarrassing. Delete it forever, please. I don't want to look back anymore. Do you have something good for me? I won't think twice." Seth chuckled to curse his exhaustion, "bullshit! Enough to be a weak and oppressed person that does not work at Oakenvale State!" [ I was impressed. You learn quickly and accept reality. That's good,
[ Power system_ ] [NAV_PORT_06//CP_ ] [ PROV.745/PDQ_ ] [ It's not that easy, Seth. President Benjamin Hayes was a clean leader. He was not involved with the covert operations in the Broken Lands. Well, it's just that he deliberately closed his eyes and ears. The thing is, there are few people to trust in Oakenvale State. The parliamentary ranks are also adept at maintaining the image behind the crimes they commit. This international issue does not generate profits for the state – they will not want to bother fighting for the human rights of others. The legal system in Oakenvale State is Mercantile. Haven't you felt it yourself? Did they ever hear your voice when you needed their help the most? Just because you don't have the money to pay them. No one stands to defend you when you are at the bottom of the caste. ] Seth chuckled. Throw away his sight. To this day, he still feels disappointed about it. "Yeah, it's true, anyway." Of course, he felt it when Castor Black treated him li
"Good morning, sir. It's a sunny day! I hope you're ready for practice today?" Flavio greets Friendly from the dinner table. His voice was loud this morning. "And, welcome to join us. I'm glad to hear from Raven that you accepted this project. I'm sure you'll make it later, Sir." Echo put down the last plate containing a stack of pancakes. "Please sit down, Sir. Enjoy your breakfast." Seth giggled fantastically. "Morning, Flavio. Hei, Echo. Wow, lots of good food here. Thank you, Flavio, for your sincerity. I just have to try not to get killed on the battlefield, right? I think I can do it. I don't have a background as a soldier." Flavio guffawed stiffly. "You are a good joke, Sir. Take it easy. Raven will turn you into a super soldier, Sir." "Bon Appetit to you guys," Seth said. He was eating his morning meal. How grateful he was, sleeping in a super comfortable place and getting up early to serve a delicious breakfast. Can his life be better than this? Although this Mansion sti
One month later. [ Welcome, Seth C. Vonstein_ ] [ Stage Two Training_ ] [ Combat Skill Enhancement_ ] [ 52 days training: 68% completed_ ] [ Focus, Seth. You should be able to use all that equipment. Ready to face anything, if necessary, execute your target using the tip of a pencil once. ] Tranggggg!!! [Terminus Frontier is a training robot. They will help you to improve your fighting skills in addition to your battle skills. ] Tranngggg!!! Tranggggg!!! "I'm trying!" Seth responded, half-exasperated. Seth dodged the attacks of Terminus Frontier, who came in unison to attack him from all directions. He grasped the two blades of the Vero Schyte sword that emitted a crimson-black-colored light. The maneuver is fast. Seth rolls to get up and cuts off both of the robots' legs until an explosion knocks out a line of Terminus Frontier crowding his steps. Every parry, slash, and swing of swords clashed with each other released dramatic sparks of crimson black that dazzled
Ting! Pussssssshhhhhh! [ Welcome, Seth C. Vonstein_ ] [ Bunker Guardian Valkyrie Station_ ] [ Stage Three Training_ ] [ Sabotage Skill_ ] [ 53 days training: 82% completed_ ] "Bloody hell! It's like a space station." Seth is confronted by a giant, state-of-the-art bunker station as the elevator doors open. That place is enormous. One control cabin on the primary side. A variety of War commander equipment filled the bunker. Jet planes that help Seth escape when chased by the Codex soldiers, drones, helicopters, tanks, anti-tank vehicles, heavy military weapons, bomb launchers, mortars, etc. There are giant steel chains that bind the entire propulsion panel. "You have your own plane?" Seth asked pensively. "It's a craze. I don't know what to say, Raven." [ These are your training aids. You should be able to use it. This is what you will face on the battlefield. As a trained elite assassin, you must also be able to stop all of their support combat vehicles. There is
"Ugh, shit," Seth muttered and snorted bitterly. [ This is your last Test, Seth. If you make it to the top. It means you're ready for battle. ] "Seriously?! No security or anything? It took me a while to think. You really want to kill me, don't you? In such an extreme way?" [ You are so wrong. We prepared you, Seth. You have to be able to survive on any terrain. That's the purpose of the training or the Test you took yesterday. Didn't you feel the change yourself? All this is needed on the battlefield. You hunt and search alone. You have to be able to handle any situation. ] "Yeah, I know," Seth replied as he shrugged. He clenched his two stiff hands. The wind is blowing hard. Seth must be able to balance himself so as not to fall. If he fell, he'd be dead. Calm Down, Seth. You can do this. You must be able to pass this final Test! Convince yourself. The legs and hands were twitching due to being there for too long without any backrest. Seth paused momentarily to catch his
Zwwwuuuuuung! "I'm coming." Seth greets Raven in the server room. The iron door was wide open; this place was familiar to him. It was the same as the first time Seth came to him. Cold as ice. The room lighting immediately lit up as Seth approached the main desk. Something is different; this time, there is a storage room in another corner that looks like an armory or−? Seth was curious. Wanted to approach the place, but Raven had already given the order. Seth discouraged, had to hold back after the critical talk was over later. He will visit the site. I am trying to remember yesterday. Fast installation? [ Sit down. You have to pay attention, study, and listen carefully. All the data are related to your first assignment on the battlefield. Considering your training is very satisfying. It's time to drop you at the designated location. ] "Yeah. I'm ready for that. Finally, you trust me this time?" Seth said, half sarcastic. [ Don't make it personal, Seth. Look, we've developed