Prolog II

The light snatched away my knowledge; my body felt weightless and floated.

/--/

That day shocked the entire country with the mysterious disappearance of 30 high school students along with their teacher. Parents protested and searched, but the results were futile.

Currently, they could only wait for the government to provide updates about their missing children.

While parents worried and fretted, Grandfather Takeru, named Yamamoto, and Takeru's father, Yuno, were playing Shogi while listening to the news on TV, reporting the disappearance of school students, including Takeru.

"Hah, aren't you worried about your child, Yuno?"

"Hmm... No, I trust my son Takeru can handle his own problems. Besides, he's already grown up and a genius who surpassed your training in a short time. Even Naru needed at least 6 months."

Yuno moved a pawn while speaking. Naru is Yuno's younger brother and Yamamoto's second son, currently serving as a sergeant in the JDSF (Japan Self-Defense Forces). Hearing that, Yamamoto laughed heartily, placing one hand on his cheek.

"Yes, yes... I like that kid. You could say he's a genius, even though his thinking is a bit..."

He diverted his gaze elsewhere, recalling memories with his grandson, Takeru.

Hearing this, Yuno put her hand on the Shogi board's side and sighed resignedly.

"I understand what you mean, Yamamoto. Takeru seems different from the rest of our family. He has his own understanding of the world, but his thoughts can be considered extreme for his teenage years."

Yamamoto, looking at his son's difficulties, could only grin because that's how the Yamamoto family was. If you were born male in this family, you weren't allowed to be weak. All males in the Yamamoto family had to be tough and strong, both physically and mentally. That's why there was special training from Yamamoto himself for his sons and grandsons, where they were taught about how the world worked and what they needed to prepare to blend into the outside world.

Although it wasn't recommended for them to follow in his footsteps as a soldier, his children ended up liking rough things like becoming soldiers. They were ready to serve the country and undertake difficult tasks out there. That's why the Yamamoto family received a lot of support from the government, respect, and gratitude for serving the country, making the Yamamoto family the birthplace of strong warriors.

Like Yuno, although currently on leave, she was a colonel in the army. She had various real combat experiences before being permanently stationed in Okinawa. One of them was being sent to conflict zones in the Middle East, fighting rebels in Africa, and being assigned to a hostage rescue mission in Somalia.

Or Naru, Takeru's uncle who is currently an Ace in the Japan Air Self Defense Force (JASDF). In his unit, Naru is often called the genius fighter pilot of this century, not only completing many difficult training sessions but, most remarkably, Naru is a recipient of the highest award from the Emperor, the Order of the Rising Sun. He received this award for successfully destroying a malfunctioning Chemical Bomb launched by North Korea during a test, which was headed towards one of the populated islands in Japan. Naru managed to detonate the bomb in the air before it hit the ground.

"Well, just hope he doesn't do anything strange if he ends up in another world, right?" Saying that, Yuno raised an eyebrow unbelievably, looking at her father following the trends of young people nowadays.

"Is that so, Dad? Are you not serious saying that?"

"Heh, who knows?"

After that, Yuno didn't ask anymore and continued their game at the hot spring inn.

/--/

"What?"

"Um... You're expelled."

I couldn't believe what this woman said. This woman who summoned all of us into her world and continued to be disappointed with my status window suddenly revealed her true intentions.

"Darn it, you summoned me! And now you're kicking me out just because my status doesn't meet your expectations!? Seriously!!"

A while ago, there's no need to explain how this could happen next. We were in the hall, welcomed by a beautiful blonde woman in luxurious clothing. She suddenly declared to everyone that we were heroes summoned to defeat the demon king dictator.

Like a cliché isekai plot, Sasaki is the hero; he has an extraordinary status with the Light attribute.

And others are also outstanding, like Nana with status aimed at becoming a wizard with 4 attributes, and Yuzuru has the Light attribute but is more suitable as a Saint. Or Teacher Ai, who has the Dark attribute more suitable for an assassin.

Then, all the students had extraordinary status and skills, except for Takeru. His status was very low compared to others, equivalent to a civilian warrior.

"Hey! I've been on hiatus for a year; does my status have to be this low?"

I complained in my mind, regretting the one-year hiatus from training due to my mother's dislike, as it made me more like my father, and she hated that.

"Heh, look at both on Earth and here. He's still trash."

"Pfft... Pathetic."

People who didn't like me whispered happily and arrogantly. As if they were already above me. These potato-heads!!

Huff, calm down, Takeru. You'll only waste your energy if you get emotional right now. Stay calm and think.

"So, I'm not needed? Can I leave then?"

Since Princess Riana, or this woman, said she would expel me, there's no reason for me to be within the circle of these potatoes.

"Wait!!"

Sasaki, seeing this, immediately stopped me. Seriously, just let me go, what's the big deal?

"How dare you run away like that. Now that we're in a different world, you and I have a big gap! So without hesitation, I'll make you suffer here..."

As she was about to approach me, I just closed my eyes, sighed tiredly, and took something from under my school jacket.

!!

CLANK---!!!

A shock that greatly surprised those from Earth. Sasaki's eyes seemed to pop out, and instantly, her face was covered in sweat, even losing its color.

"I've really been patient with you. Is it so hard for you to ignore someone? It seems like I need to pierce your head to make you understand."

I said with a cold face and tone, as cold as ice. My pupils were empty, as if looking at Sasaki as if she were trash on the side of the road.

"He... He brought a gun!!"

One of the students screamed hysterically, and many students, frightened, stepped back. Although they knew they were in a fantasy world and had abilities after coming here, they were still civilians and realized how dangerous the object in my hand was.

Once I pull the trigger, there will be a fountain of blood here. And Sasaki, pale as a sheet, made a pleading expression towards me.

The gun in my hand is a Glock 17 semi-automatic, made of polymer with a .22 LR caliber and a 13-round capacity.

"W-Wait..."

Sasaki struggled to say, watching my finger approaching the trigger with difficulty.

"Sir?"

Princess Riana intervened in that tension, restoring my mood. Yes, I have to restrain myself and not waste bullets on potatoes like her.

"Tch, I'll let this go because you were in the same class as me. And remember if you act like this again in front of me. Know that we're in another world, and I won't hesitate again."

That was my last warning and statement. I'm serious about this, not just for her but for others as well. And I left, following the man in armor instructed by Riana to guide me out of the castle.

Then, the room fell silent, and everyone who knew Takeru had a huge shock within them, making them gloomy and uninspired even after Riana explained about this world and the kingdom.

While Sasaki, she even got traumatized. However, she still didn't give up even after that warning. She would become strong until Takeru could no longer threaten her with that modern weapon.

/--/

Takeru was led to the front gate of the castle, and without many words, Princess Riana's guard immediately closed the gate as if it was an eviction for Takeru.

Takeru turned around and looked at a vastly different world where the atmosphere was truly like a village. Clean air, an unfamiliar atmosphere, and, most importantly, it was another world.

"Umm~"

The high school uniform-clad boy stretched his body in a relaxed manner, as if all the burdens on his shoulders had been lifted.

"Haah... Now, how do I survive here."

The first thing he did was check his status window.

 ---

Takeru Yamamoto

Strength: 25

Agility: 20

Intelligence: 25

Vitality: 15

Luck: 5

Inventory: [German Military Uniform]

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Takeru stared blankly at his status window, realizing how futile all his efforts from his grandfather's training had become. However, one thing caught his attention.

Who put items in his inventory?

Takeru, lost in thought, looked at the German military uniform that appeared in his inventory. For a moment, he fell silent, trying to understand how this item could appear.