2025-04-10 04:26:14Adam's eyes fluttered open, greeted by blinding sunlight filtering through the lush foliage. Groggily, he raised a hand to shield his face. Confusion swirled as he assessed his surroundings.
How... how am I alive? Memories of the truck's impact still lingered, yet Adam felt no pain. He tentatively explored his body, finding himself intact. He could remember very well how his friends had betrayed him. They set him up, got him so drunk, which was suspicious, he never drank above his limit, which means they must have drugged his glass, and when he wasn't himself anymore, they took him outside in the guise of helping him get home, then they pushed him into the speeding truck. Totally unforgivable… But why was he still alive then? With a deep breath, Adam sat up, hands splayed on the damp earth. The ground's cool moisture seeped into his skin. Towering trees surrounded him, their trunks robust, leaves rustling softly. As Adam stood, a startling realization hit him.. He was taller, significantly so. His gaze fell upon his attire, flowing green garments woven from what appeared to be leaves and vines. "What sorcery is this?" Adam thought to himself. What exactly was happening to him? Wasn't the dead supposed to be either in heaven or hell? So why was he in this unfamiliar environment? Disoriented, Adam stumbled forward, marveling at his reflection in a nearby pool of water. The face staring back was unfamiliar, chiseled features, piercing emerald eyes and shoulder-length, dark hair. "Who am I?" He didn't ask what he was, he had seen the slightly long ears and realized he was an Elf. Fragments of his past life still surfaced; military service, promotion, betrayal and the truck's deadly approach. But this new body, this mystical environment, nothing made sense. Adam's thoughts swirled with questions. "Where am I? What happened to me? Why am I suddenly an Elf?" As he wandered through the forest, Adam discovered his senses heightened. Acute hearing, refined smells and an inexplicable connection to nature. Suddenly, a gentle breeze carried whispers. "Eryndor Thorne. Welcome to Elysia." Adam's heart skipped a beat. "Eryndor? Is that this body's name? And moreover, who said that?" Eryndor's eyes widened as the ethereal voice pierced the silence. He spun around, seeking the speaker, but found only trees and shimmering sunlight. "Who.. Who said that?" Eryndor called out, his voice carrying an unfamiliar, melodic tone. The gentle breeze whispered again. "I am Gaia, goddess of nature and life. I have taken pity on your soul, and have reincarnated you into the world of Solaris. This is the forest of Elysia. And you, Eryndor Thorne, are a forest elf." Eryndor stumbled backward, awestruck. A goddess? Reincarnation? Forest elf? Adam almost burst out into laughter. "Okay, okay, now I understand. I must have fallen asleep while drunk. The betrayal, accident, and all of these may just be a dream." Gaia's voice continued, echoing within Eryndor's mind. "Your past life's injustices have earned you a second chance. In Elysia, you will find solace, magic and purpose. May your new life be blessed with wisdom, courage and the harmony of nature." As Gaia's words faded, Eryndor felt an energy surge coursing through his veins. His senses heightened further, attuning him to the forest's rhythms. With trembling hands, Eryndor touched his face, feeling the contours of his new features. Forest elf. The term resonated, awakening ancient memories hidden within his soul. "This definitely isn't a dream. It feels so real." Adam said, then his eyes widened. "Does this mean that I'll get to live here from now on? And the Adam in my world is forever gone?" Adam gritted his teeth in anger. "Tom, he must have been the one to come up with that plan to do away with me. He never did like any of us surpassing him." Adam calmed himself. "No use thinking about that now. Right now there's a lot of things to do." Eryndor's gaze lifted toward the sky, and he whispered, "Gaia, I thank you." The forest responded with a symphony of sounds. Birdsong, rustling leaves and gentle streams. Eryndor smiled, feeling an inexplicable connection to this sacred land. Eryndor walked through the forest, taking in its beauty. He breathed in the fresh air, feeling alive. As he explored, a soft voice called out. "Wait, stranger!" Eryndor turned to face a young elf woman. Her blue eyes and dark hair stunned him. "Hello," Eryndor said, smiling. The elf's expression changed from curiosity to shock. "You're Eryndor Thorne!" she exclaimed. From her expression, Adam took it that something big must have happened to the former owner of the body. He decided to find out more. Eryndor nodded, puzzled. "Yes, I am. Who are you?" "Strange, you don't remember me?" She said with curiosity. "I'm sorry, my memory is just a bit hazy." Eryndor said. "It's fine. I'm Althaea," she replied, eyes wide. "But you, Eryndor, you're supposed to be gone." Eryndor's confusion grew. Before he could ask why, another elf approached. "What's wrong, Althaea?" the elf asked, eyeing Eryndor suspiciously. Althaea hesitated. "This is Eryndor Thorne. He's back." The elf's gaze narrowed. "Impossible. Your brother Lyrien said you left us, Eryndor. He claimed your human side made you want to leave the forest." The male elf said while pointing at Eryndor. He didn't have the curious eyes of Althea, no, he was livid at seeing Eryndor. "Human side?" Eryndor thought to himself. The owner of this body may have been a half-elf. That's a crossbreed of human and elf. But none of these made sense. Why would the former Eryndor leave the forest, and yet his body was lying deep in the forest, far from the Elven settlement? Come to think of it, the former Eryndor didn't have a single bag on him that would indicate he was on a journey.. Something was definitely going on behind the scenes. Eryndor's instincts sparked. "Why would Lyrien say that?" The elf, Thalion, exchanged nervous glances with Althaea. "Lyrien told us you couldn't stand being around elves because you're half-human. He said you returned to the human city." Eryndor turned to Althea. "I'm I from a noble family of some sort?" Althea stared at him with curious eyes. "Truly, your memory is not intact. Yes, you are the son of Grand Elder Thorne." It suddenly clicked. Betrayal again? He recalled Gaia's words. "Your past injustices earned you a second chance." "Where can I find Lyrien?" Eryndor asked firmly. He needed to find out more from the schemer's mouth himself. There's no way he wants to go through the same thing, twice. Thalion's expression turned serious. "Lyrien lives in Heartwood Palace, but be careful, Eryndor. Your brother holds power." "Not as much as I have." Eryndor thought to himself as a plan began to form in his mind.
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Chapter 33. Life in Goblin city
Grimp led the prisoners through the Goblin City's gates. General Adolph, Knight Commander Adara, and their men stared in awe."What sorcery is this?" General Adolph whispered.The Goblin City was transformed. Brick houses replaced wooden huts, and cleared roads stretched instead of muddy paths. Well-built shops and markets bustled with activity.Knight Commander Adara's eyes widened. "This can't be. Goblins are savages."General Adolph turned to Eryndor, shock etched on his face. "How is this possible? Goblins, modernized?"Eryndor smiled, pride shining in his eyes. "Anything is possible once we put our minds to it.""Astonishing," General Adolph muttered. "Your people have done the impossible."Eryndor chuckled. "We're more than just mindless beasts, General."Grimp halted the procession. "Welcome, prisoners, to the Great Hall."The massive stone structure loomed before them, adorned with intricate carvings.General Adolph's gaze lingered on the city. "I underestimated you, Eryndor."
Chapter 32. Overwhelming Victory
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Chapter 31. Ultimate Deception
Adam entered his quarters, locking the door behind him. He focused his mind, willing the system to summon Grimp.A dark mist swirled, and Grimp's ghostly form materialized before him. The moment Grimp looked around and saw that he was beside Eryndor once more, he went down one knee."My lord, you summoned this humble servant yours.""Grimp, I have updates," Adam said, his voice low.Grimp's ethereal eyes were steady, he never had a doubt. He knew that if there was ever anyone to bring down the human kingdom and the elves, it was his King, the Elven-Goblin King. "This humble one will listen to your instructions, my lord.""The kingdom's council met today. They're preparing for war against the Dark Forest." Adam paused for a while, "I instigated them to fight.."Grimp's expression turned interested. "If my lord is the one who pulled the strings to make the humans attack now, this only means.." Grimp was smiling.."Yes, we will win without much effort. The human army is now weak, they ha
Chapter 30. Better than expected
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Chapter 29. Valuable Asset
Adam returned to the camp, his mind reeling with the rapid turn of events. Just yesterday, he was a lone adventurer, and now he was a cadet in the royal army on the verge of becoming a captain in the royal army. The thought sent a thrill through him.As he walked, Adam's thoughts turned to the kingdom's internal affairs, soon to be within his grasp. He envisioned the downfall of Kryptoria's kingdom, a long-held ambition. Next, he would turn his attention to the Elven race, their arrogance and superiority complex infuriating him. They had treated him like trash and even sought to end his life the moment he was reincarnated into this elven body. Only he gods know what the past Eryndor had suffered in their hands. But soon, all of that will change. In his past life, he was just a military officer, but even his rank and amiability didn't save him from being betrayed and eliminated by the very same people he trusted.. but now.. in this new body.. with this new power..A calculated smile sp
Chapter 28. In the army
General Adolph approached Adam. "Follow me, Adam Hill," he said.Adam trailed the General out of the throne room.Through the castle's corridors, they walked.Their destination. the barracks, nearby."New recruits train here," General Adolph explained.As they walked, Adam noticed the General's stern face.Had softened, ever so slightly.They entered the barracks.Noise filled the air. Soldiers moved swiftly.General Adolph led Adam to a small office."Recruitment Officer," a sign read.A bespectacled officer looked up. "General Adolph, sir!""Adam Hill, our new recruit," General Adolph said.The officer nodded. "Welcome, Adam."He grabbed a quill and parchment."Name?""Adam Hill," Adam replied."Age?""Thirty-five.""Occupation?""Adventurer."The officer scribbled swiftly. "Rank?"General Adolph intervened. "Adam will start as a cadet, like everyone else."The officer nodded. "Uniform size?"Adam provided his measurements.The officer handed Adam a bundle. "Your uniform, Lieutenant
Chapter 27. The King's Summon
Morning dawned, and Adam rose. He brushed his teeth, bathed, and dressed.Downstairs, the guild bustled with activity. Two soldiers, clad in royal armor, spoke with the receptionist.She caught Adam's eye and waved him over. Adam approached, curiosity growing. The receptionist had never spoken to him out of the goodness of her heart. So why exactly was she calling him."Adam Hill," the receptionist said. "The King has sent for you."Adam's heart skipped a beat. He turned to one of the soldiers. "Have I committed an offense?" Adam asked.The soldier's expression remained neutral. "I don't know, sir," he replied.Adam weighed his options. But the King's summons couldn't be ignored. If things turned bad for him, he could always escape."To think my infiltration plan ended before it even began." Adam thought to himself."I'm ready," Adam said. The soldiers nodded."Follow us," one of them said.Adam followed the soldiers out of the guild building. He could see the curious gaze that other
Chapter 26. Additional Forces
Adam's eyes fluttered open. He winced, as he remembered living the life of another, it all felt so real, as if he was back on Earth, living the life he wanted. Getting revenge for his mother and reuniting with his wife. But all these are things he will never have.The colossal alpha wolf, Lucius Von Blake, towered over him. Adam struggled to sit up.Lucius stepped back, giving Adam space."You're awake," Lucius growled.Adam rubbed his temples. "What did you do to me?" he asked.Lucius's deep purple eyes gleamed."I used my ability to induce unconsciousness. I brought forth your innermost desire. I see now that to conquer this world not your greatest desire. If it had been, I would have let you continue to live in that illusive world I created from fragments of your memory till your body here perishes. But I had to pull you out of it."Adam's gaze narrowed. "Why?"Lucius's expression softened. "I sensed you're not from Solaris. That was why I chose to use my domain on you, rather than
Chapter 25. Problems never had
Adam knocked loudly on the door."Who's there?" Chalice called out, her voice cheerful.She opened the door with a big smile, happy about her daughter's engagement to a rich man.But her smile quickly turned to shock."You're alive?" Chalice's face went pale.Disgust filled her eyes. "You're back?" she said, her voice dripping with hatred.Chalice recognized Adam despite his changed appearance. She had thought about him angrily many times."I'm back," Adam said calmly, meeting her gaze."How dare you come back?" Chalice shouted, her face red with anger. "Don't stand so close to me! It's Mrs. Kent to you. Didn't your mother teach you manners?"Chalice's voice was loud, and her spit flew near Adam's face.Adam's anger flared, his heart aching at the mention of his mother.He clenched his fists, reminding himself to stay calm. This woman was Evelyn's mother."Want to hit me?" Chalice sneered. "You're a curse. Why come back now? You'll ruin everything!"Just then, Evelyn's father emerged
