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

"It's my secret hiding place, for when I need to relax and calm my mind... I come here to watch the sunset," Celina explained in a low voice, making his heart skip a beat.

The color of the sunset practically blended with her eyes, making them seem even more enchanting.

Celina tapped on the wall, and suddenly, a mattress folded outward, plopping onto the ground.

"I also sleep here sometimes, but that's beside the point," she added with a giggle, tapping on the mattress. "Come, sit."

He did just that and began eating his strawberry ice cream, and so did she.

A few hums followed each lick she took, showing she really enjoyed the taste.

I'll have to get some more strawberry-related food for her, he noted, leaning slightly back.

"Today was fun," Celina said, leaning back as well, her shoulders touching his. "I don't think I've ever had so much fun doing anything aside from training."