Chapter 1: The day that changed the world

In the year 2033, the world awoke to a new reality. It began with a subtle shift in the air, a whisper of something extraordinary about to unfold. People went about their daily lives, unaware of the imminent transformation that awaited them.

It was a clear, crisp morning in the bustling city of New York, where the sun's rays painted the skyscrapers in a golden hue. On that fateful day, the people of Earth were about to be touched by forces beyond their comprehension.

As the clock struck noon, it began. From the heart of Times Square to the farthest corners of the Earth, the legends of old manifested in a breathtaking display. The gods of ancient mythologies, monstrous creatures of nightmares, angels with radiant wings, and devils with fiery eyes descended from the heavens. They materialized in a symphony of divine power, awe-inspiring and magnificent.

Onlookers gazed upward in sheer wonder, their voices silenced by the grandeur of this celestial spectacle. Every culture and faith recognized these otherworldly beings as their own, as if the myths of humanity had come to life before their very eyes.

The gods, monsters, and angels spread their wings, casting long shadows upon the earth. With grace and purpose, they began to move among the mortals. Each deity sought out individuals deemed worthy by their own criteria, touching them with a gentle hand or a fiery glance. Those chosen could feel a rush of power surging through their veins, a gift beyond imagination.

The world watched in amazement as ordinary humans became extraordinary beings, their ordinary lives transformed into something divine. They became the chosen ones, the blessed. Among them were those who would become leaders, heroes, and icons of this new age.

But as the days turned into weeks and the weeks into years, one truth became apparent—the criteria for this divine selection remained shrouded in mystery. No one could predict who would be chosen, and the process seemed arbitrary, leaving millions to wonder why some were favored while others were not.

Across the globe, discussions about the blessed became commonplace.

In schoolyards, workplaces, and homes, people debated the meaning of this celestial intervention. The blessed were hailed as saviors, their lives scrutinized by the media, their influence unparalleled.

Yet, beneath the surface of admiration and fascination, a nagging question persisted: Why were the gods, monsters, angels, and devils doing this for humanity, and what price, if any, would they demand in return?