Is There No Other Way??!

"So, Samuel Peterson, what is your decision?"

The question hung above me like a cloud as I pondered what to say—or rather, how to put it.

Let's not forget I was right in front of a literal God. He had incredible power that made my recent OP performance seem like child's play.

'Let's be smart about this...' I reminded myself mentally.

It was obvious what my answer had to be, considering everything I had done so far was to ensure I saved everyone. If I was remaining consistent with my character, I had to take his offer.

'If I don't, it will seem like I was already aware of his intentions.'

And the last thing I wanted was to tip him off that I knew more than I was letting on. Not only because the entire plot of the original story would be reset if I went down that route, it was also because I'd be royally screwed.

"W-well..." I stuttered, trying to buy time as I thought things over.