Lukas142

--WSA 2025 ENTRY--

Neraxis saved the people and wiped out the monsters, but instead of cheers, he faced silence and a glowing blue text:

[Task Failed Successfully!]

[Rating Generated: SSS-Rank]

"The hell does that even mean?" he muttered, finding the situation a bit strange.

Before he could process, the so-called heroes—who had hidden while he fought—emerged. He waited for gratitude, only to feel a dagger pierce his back.

The only girl he loved stood behind him.

She betrayed him.

The crowd and heroes? They were staring at him with disdain and contempt.

"You..." he groaned as a spear and sword headed for him, ending his life.  
 
But instead of dying, he was sent back to the past—specifically, to the first day of the academy, year 2367, 8 years before his death.  

However, many things had changed. One of the most significant was the sudden appearance of a Tower, a mysterious structure that had appeared across all the continents, granting power to those brave enough to contest its challenges.

"Not again... With this chance I will end you all" Neraxis vowed to himself, embarking on his path of revenge, while also trying to give his life new meaning.

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Disclaimer: MC is not instantly going to be a villain, as his background is that of a hero. The switch will be gradual in accordance with the events that happen along the way. Some snippets of such events have already been teased :)
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The SSS Ranked Villain's Return

The moments passed in silence until, eventually, they managed to finish the smoothie.

And soon, the waiters came back in, preparing the next dishes, which were couples-themed, much like the smoothie itself.

Chocolate fondue, a gold-covered heart-shaped pizza too.

But nonetheless, everything was delicious and definitely worth both the time and the experience.

Since, during it all, Neraxis could admire Celina's satisfied smile, the time felt worthwhile.

However, after what felt like hours, they finished everything.

Now, there was a question that hung in the air.

What now...? The date is over, but do we just leave now... or what?

[Why is it over?] Evangeline asked, puzzled. [It's still bright outside—why not go and walk around a park or something?]

Really? Is that what people do on dates? Neraxis thought, tilting his head before turning to Celina.

Strawberry Ice Cream