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Upon touching the surface of the orb, an intense white light enveloped Sebastián, forcing him to close his eyes. He felt a brief sting in his head. When he opened them, a translucent screen, like a hologram, floated in front of him, displaying strange symbols and characters of an unknown language.

What is this? Sebastián thought, his mind confused. A projection? Magic?. His amnesia prevented him from understanding the nature of what he was seeing, but a pang of curiosity invaded him.

The girl, in his arms, also watched the hologram with wide eyes, showing a clear mixture of astonishment and curiosity. Her small fingers moved slightly, as if trying to reach the floating image.

Sebastián leaned forward a little so she could see better. He pointed at the screen with a finger, looking for some reaction. The girl, in response, also pointed at a particular symbol, frowning. She seemed confused, as if the image was familiar but she couldn't grasp its full meaning.

Suddenly, a female voice, robotic and emotionless, echoed in the room. [Welcome, Dungeon Master]. Sebastián startled, instinctively turning to look for the source of the voice. With the girl in his arms, the movement was clumsy, almost losing his balance. He didn't see anyone else in the room. The girl also seemed scared, looking around with wide eyes.

Sebastián felt that the voice was addressing the girl more than him. He looked at her questioningly, but she shrugged, with an expression of complete unknowing, as if she didn't understand where the voice came from either.

On the hologram screen, the symbols began to change rapidly, going through several different alphabets until they finally stopped at one that Sebastián vaguely recognized. It was the common language that he himself spoke, although it seemed a bit archaic to him.

On the screen then appeared a panel divided into four tabs, with images representing: Monsters, Traps, Treasures, and Shop. Sebastián, still holding the girl in his arms, observed with growing curiosity the different options that were shown in each section.

Suddenly, the voice continued, revealing a lengthy and complex explanation:

[You don't have to call me by any name. I am your system assistant, responsible for managing and searching for the information you request. Dungeon Coins are considered a powerful tool in the domain of the dungeon, as they allow the Demon Lord to acquire and improve different elements within their subterranean domain. These coins can be used to purchase fierce and formidable monsters that will serve as guardians and challenges for those who venture into the dungeon. In addition, Dungeon Coins can also be used to acquire deadly and deceptive traps. These traps are designed to confuse and trap intruders, instilling a constant sense of danger in the corridors and rooms of the dungeon. Dungeon Coins also play a crucial role in obtaining valuable and coveted treasures. They can be used to unlock mysterious chests containing powerful weapons, ancient artifacts, and other objects of great value. As for the shop, Dungeon Coins allow the acquisition of useful items for exploration and survival in the dungeon. These can range from basic tools such as torches and ropes to healing potions and specialized equipment. Remember that Dungeon Coins are a valuable resource and should be used wisely to improve your dungeon, challenge adventurers, and ultimately fulfill your role as Demon Lord.]

Sebastián listened to the long explanation with a frown. The information was overwhelming and barely understandable to him. Demon Lord? Dungeon? Monsters? he thought, feeling his head spin. His amnesia prevented him from connecting that information with any memory, creating a deep sense of unreality. The voice spoke of concepts that were completely foreign to him, as if it were describing a world he had never known.

He looked around, at the room with its blackened stone walls and the penetrating cold. Then, he looked down at the girl in his arms, her face still showing curiosity towards the hologram. None of this made sense. What am I supposed to do with all this? he wondered, feeling completely lost. The responsibility he felt for the girl intensified in the face of the magnitude of the situation. Not only did he not remember who he was or where he was, but now he found himself with a girl who seemed to be connected to a magical system that spoke of dungeons and demon lords.