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Rhapsody Of The Otherworld

"It seems I have gone totally insane from the depression, a creature from my dream is saying that this is not a dream, is this how I usually cope with depression?" [Initializing system] [Player registered] [Welcome back M] "You will need to fight the demon king with the other Player." ... "...Huh?" With that, he wholeheartedly embraced the request, venturing into the otherworld without a moment's hesitation. Will he ever cease his wanderings? Ah, that tale shall be reserved for another time. ... Meet the protagonist, an extraordinary prodigy far ahead of his peers, on the verge of graduation. Yet, despite his remarkable achievements, he feels a profound sense of emptiness and isolation. His family's wealth and his groundbreaking invention, a vaccine for a devastating virus that plagued the world in 2019, mean little without one essential element: love. Haunted by unnerving hallucinations that he believes to be signs of developing schizophrenia, his life seems destined to descend into darkness. However, just as he reaches his breaking point, an unforeseen encounter alters the course of his existence. A mysterious entity materializes before him, offering an opportunity to venture into unexplored realms beyond human comprehension. In a surreal world of menus, systems, and the prophecy of being the chosen one, his purpose becomes clear: he must confront the dreaded demon lord and emerge victorious. As he embarks on this perilous journey, he gradually unravels the enigmatic nature of his enigmatic companion. Uncovering a truth more astonishing than he ever fathomed, he learns the harsh reality that in a world consumed by chaos, survival often requires embracing one's inner demons. "In a world that's gone to hell, you have to be the devil to survive." - Mika --------------------- Tags: Adventurers | Another World | Clingy Lover | Crafting | Cunning Protagonist | Demi-Humans | Demons | Dense | Dragons | Dungeon Master | Dungeons | Dwarfs | Elves | Evil Gods | Fantasy World | Game Elements | Goblins | Goddesses | Godly Powers | Golems | Guilds | Heroes | Human-Nonhuman Relationship | Kingdom Building | Lack of Common Sense | Late Romance | Lazy | Loli | Love Interest | Magic | Magical Space | Male | Misunderstandings | Monster Girls | Monsters | Multiple POV | Nobles | Phoenixes | R-18 | Religions | Romantic Subplot | Royalty | Ruthless | Skill Books | Slaves | Sleeping | Slow | Succubus | Summoned Hero | Summoning | Sword And Magic | Transported to Another World | Vampires | Weak Strong | Werebeasts | Army | Arrogant Characters | Betrayal | Calm | Cold Interests | Comedic Undertone | Confident | Cruel | Dark Demon Lord | Depictions Cruelty | Discrimination | Enemies Become Allies | Genius | Handsome | Humanoid | Kuudere | Low-key | Loyal Subordinates | Manipulative | NEET | Perverted | Politics | Poor Rich | Psychopaths | Revenge | Schemes Conspiracies | Selfish | Special Abilities | Strategic Battles | Strategist | Time Skip | Torture | Transmigration into a Game World | Twisted Personality | Underestimated | Wars | Witches | Yandere --------------------- Please note that the pace of this story is intentionally slow. Although there may be occasional time skips, the majority of the chapters focus on a single day in the life of the main character. Thank you for your understanding and patience as you read this novel. --------------------- The length would be ±2000 chapters. Will be uploading 5-8 chapters per week or so. Discord: Papyrus#5727 Contact me if you want to point out any grammatical error or other thing, I don't know. Once it reaches 100 chapters, I will proofread all the chapters again.

MichaelYong · Fantasy
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Peak of Mt. Marcellst

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Midsummer 4th, Marcellia, Mt. Marcellst, 5:50 AM.

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I woke up to the breathtaking sight of the sunrise over the mountains, and couldn't help but let out a big yawn as I stretched my limbs, feeling both the chill of the mountain air and the warmth of the sun on my face.

This is the second time we've slept on the ground, but at least it's not in the humid, grassy field. Instead, we're on a rocky peak of a mountain.

We've used tall grasses as makeshift mattresses.

We haven't eaten anything in the last 18 hours.

On this second day, I want to collect a bunch of berries and weave some tall grasses together to make a blanket.

Airi seems to be sleeping, so I decide to wash my face and start searching for some berries to eat.

I walk for a few minutes, scanning the rocky terrain for any sign of edible plants.

Suddenly, in the distance, I can see a unique bush that stands out among the rocky terrain of the mountain. Its branches are slender and delicate, with clusters of bright red berries that shimmer in the morning light.

I can't help but feel a sense of curiosity and wonder as I make my way closer to the bush, wondering what kind of fruit it could be.

As I draw closer, I see that the bush is unlike anything I have ever seen before.

Its leaves are a deep shade of green and seem to glow with a subtle luminescence that is both beautiful and eerie.

The branches are thin and flexible, swaying gently in the mountain breeze.

And the berries themselves are small and perfectly round, with a smooth texture that is both pleasing to the eye and tempting to the tongue.

As I take a bite, the sweet juice floods my mouth, and I feel a sudden rush of energy and vitality.

The world around me seems to come alive, and I feel as though I could run for miles without getting tired. I realize that I have stumbled upon a truly magical fruit - one that possesses incredible powers.

I think I have read about this berry before, it's a Dynaberry.

System, bring up a page of the Dynaberry.

[System: Bringing up a page about Dynaberry]

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***The Dynaberry is a small, round fruit that grows on a shrub found in the rocky terrain of the mountain. The shrub's leaves are a deep shade of green and emit a subtle luminescence, possibly indicating the presence of specialized pigments. The berries themselves are bright red and have a smooth, slightly waxy texture.

*Upon closer examination, it is observed that the Dynaberry is packed with unique compounds that contribute to its remarkable properties. The fruit is rich in antioxidants and contains high levels of flavonoids, which are believed to enhance the body's natural defenses against oxidative stress.

*Moreover, the Dynaberry also contains high concentrations of anthocyanins, a type of pigment that is responsible for its vivid red color. These pigments have been shown to have numerous health benefits, including reducing inflammation and improving cardiovascular health.

*In addition to its potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, the Dynaberry has also been found to have a stimulant effect on the body, possibly due to its high concentration of caffeine-like compounds. Consumption of the fruit has been reported to enhance cognitive function and boost physical endurance, making it a valuable resource for those exploring mountainous terrain.

*Overall, the Dynaberry represents a unique and valuable resource in the mountain ecosystem, providing both nourishment and vital energy to those who consume it. Further research is needed to fully understand the complex chemical composition and potential benefits of this remarkable fruit.

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Hmm, does it actually increase my stats?

System, open menu.

[System: Menu has been opened]

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Name: Mika El

Level: 1

Exp: 1/100

Health: 100%

Status: Healthy

Title: None

Code name: M

Age: 17

Adventure rank: F

Threat level: B

Full potential: Unavailable

Breakthrough stage: Unavailable

Harem count: 0

[+] Intelligence: 99/100 (+3)

[+] Wisdom: 81/100 (+3)

[+] Charisma: 83/100 (+3)

[+] Strength: 43/100 (+15)

[+] Dexterity: 72/100 (+3)

[+] Constitution: 93/100 (+3)

[-] Equipment

Weapon: None

Offhand: None

Armor: Ordinary high school uniform and pants

Accessories: Leather shoes

Overall attributes bonus: none

[+] Ablity (preview locked)

[+] Spell (unavailable)

[+] Player summary

[-] Consumable Effect:

I. Dynaberry; give a minor increase to overall attributes and a great increase in strength.

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I see, the amount added to the attributes is already summed up.

"I suppose Airi will like this."

I pluck some of the Dynaberries from the bush and head back to where Airi is resting.

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Approaching Airi, I noticed her awake and staring at me with a mix of annoyance and curiosity.

"What do you want?" she asked, crossing her arms defensively.

"I found something you might like," I said, presenting a handful of bright red berries.

"They're called Dynaberries. They taste great and give you a lot of energy."

Airi eyed the berries skeptically before taking one and slowly chewing it.

Eventually, she nodded her head in approval.

"Hmm, not bad," she admitted, still attempting to maintain her tsundere demeanor.

"I think I can survive the rest of the day now."

Grinning at her response, I offered her more of the berries.

As she ate them, I noticed her energy levels rising and her mood improving.

"You know, for a clueless guy, you're not half bad," Airi said, a slight smile appearing on her lips.

Feeling pleased with myself, I suggested, "It's still morning.

Let's gather some tall grass and weave it into a blanket to help us survive tonight."

"Mhmm..." Airi nodded in agreement.

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"Feeling a little tired, Airi?" I asked, trying to lighten the mood.

She shot me a glance, her cheeks tinged with a faint pink hue, "No, not at all. I could go on weaving grass all day."

I chuckled, "You're a sphinx, with secrets that are hard to decipher, Airi."

She rolled her eyes, "I have no idea what you're talking about."

We continued to weave the blankets in silence for a while, the only sounds being the rustling of grass and our breathing.

Back in high school, I was always considered a genius, but being transported to this fantasy world brought new challenges that I had never faced before.

It was satisfying to be able to use my knowledge to survive.

As the morning stretched on, Airi's mood started to shift.

She began to enjoy the task and even started humming a tune, something I had never heard before.

I was intrigued by the song and asked, "What's that melody you're humming, Airi? It sounds lovely."

Airi stopped weaving for a moment, her cheeks flushed with embarrassment, "It's just a song my mother used to sing to me when I was a child. I didn't realize I was humming it out loud."

I smiled, "It's nice to know a bit more about you, Airi."

We continued weaving, and soon the morning turned into noon.

"We did good work today," I said, looking at the blankets we had made.

Airi nodded in agreement, "I guess."

I grinned, "I knew you secretly enjoyed weaving grass."

Airi's face turned red, "Shut up, idiot."

We spent the morning weaving the tall grasses into blankets, and by noon, we were both exhausted.

As we watched the sunset in the distance, I couldn't help but feel pleased with myself for coming up with the idea.

The Dynaberry made us not hungry for the whole day, this is just the second of seven days surviving in the mountain.

Fair reader, add this tale to thine own store,

And let its wonders bring thee joy once more.

In pages rich with magic and delight,

Let us embark on an adventure bright.

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