Capítulo 1: Chapter 1: Rebirth in the White Room
Alex Frost, a former soldier in the American Blackops squad, had led a life of intensity and skill. He retired from the army at the age of 35, having honed his expertise in using every firearms available, daggers, hidden knives, and excelling in close-quarters combat. Seeking solace and a quiet existence, he opened a small shop in his hometown of Austin, Texas.
Life took an unexpected turn when, at the age of 38, Alex received a devastating diagnosis of stage 3 stomach cancer. As an orphan with no immediate family to care for him, he made the difficult decision to sell his shop, realizing that his remaining days were numbered. With time slipping away, he resigned himself to a life of idleness, finding solace in his hobbies of reading comics, novels, fanfics, watching anime, movies, and indulging in You - Know - What.
One fateful night, the pain became unbearable, and Alex succumbed to his illness, passing away in the comfort of his own home. But as his eyes closed for the last time, he could feel his life flashing before his eyes. He always thought that he never had any regrets in his life but boy he was so wrong.
All his bottled up emotions burst out and he cried through his pain, the pain of losing his friends along the missions, the pain of lives he couldn't protect. As his eyes closed all he could do was mutter to himself "If only I could protect more people".
But his journey was far from over. In a disorienting moment of awakening, he found himself in a pristine white room, his gaze drawn to a woman sitting regally upon a throne. She exuded an air of power and mystery as she locked eyes with him.
As Alex Frost stood in the presence of the enigmatic woman, his training as a soldier helped him remain calm, despite the surreal nature of the situation. He couldn't shake off the feeling that there was something profoundly ancient and powerful about her. Confusion and curiosity mingled within Alex as he took in his surroundings.
After a moment of silence, curiosity got the better of him, and he asked the question that was burning in his mind. "Who are you, Where am I? and what do you want from me?"
The woman, seemingly unfazed by his directness, smiled softly before answering. "Alex Frost, your time in the mortal realm has come to an end. I am an entity beyond the realms of ordinary existence, I am an ancient forgotten god, lost in the flowing tides of time. My existence has been erased from the memories of mortals. However, your soul, Alex, has drifted from the usual path and found its way into my domain."
Alex's mind swirled with questions and a mix of emotions as he asked "What do you mean by 'drifted from the usual path'? "
The woman explained, her voice carrying a hint of melancholy. "The souls of most mortals follow a predetermined course, bound by the cycle of life and death. But yours, Alex, took an unexpected detour, and it led you here to me."
His brows furrowed as he tried to comprehend the implications of her words. He asked "What does this mean? What is to become of me?"
"In my eternal boredom, I offer you a proposition—a chance to live another life, to shape your own destiny while I watch from the shadows, finding entertainment in the new world you traverse." the woman replied.
Alex's eyes widened in disbelief and with a tinge of anger in his tone asked "You want my life to be your entertainment?!"
The woman didn't care about his outburst and replied "I have been alone for quite some years like maybe centuries or even may be millennium child. I have become bored, too bored to even open my eyes and see what is even happening around me. All I doing is offering your chance to live a new life, a life where you could fulfill your last wish. But you could also reject my offer".
"What will happen if I reject?" Alex asked.
"You will be, your soul will trapped in this realm along side me. For Eternity" the women replied.
Alex took a moment to absorb the gravity of the situation. The thought of being forever conscious of being watched raised both intrigue and concern within him.
He weighed the pros and cons, if he accepts the offer that the woman had given, he had a unique opportunity to start anew. But it came at the cost of constant observation or as she says an "Entertainment"
But if he rejects he will potentially trapped and keep drifting aimlessly in the present void realm with the woman.
Contemplating his options, Alex finally made his decision. "I choose to live a second life. But please don't influence my choices I want to take in my new life. I want embrace this chance to shape my own destiny and find a place and a purpose in this new world."
The woman nodded, her eyes never leaving his. "Indeed, Alex. But know this: your destination will be unique, for I shall bestow upon you powers, abilities and desires. You have 3 wishes. You shall be reborn in the DC Universe. Your actions and choices will ripple through the fabric of that world, leaving an indelible mark."
Alex got shocked and screamed "WAIT! WHAT?! YOU WANT TO THROW ME INTO THE DC UNIVERSE?!".
"But isn't your desire was for to save the innocent people whose lives where we in danger child. The place coincides with your desires. So why reject?" as the woman told her reason for his choice.
As the weight of her words settled upon him, Alex contemplated the offer before him. The chance to live again, to embrace a life filled with wonder and purpose, beckoned to him. With a mixture of excitement and trepidation, he finally spoke, his voice steady and resolute.
"I accept. Grant me this second life, and I shall forge a new path, leaving an imprint upon the DC Universe. I am ready for the journey that lies ahead."
"But, but you could atleast --- *sigh* You know what? Never Mind" Alex just gave up his intent to protest and just accepted his fate.
With a nod of approval, the woman rose from her throne, her presence enveloping the room and her voice boomed. "So be it, Alex Frost. Embrace this opportunity, and may your existence in the DC Universe bring both fulfillment and entertainment. Your rebirth awaits."
As she was about to send away Alex, he freaked out again.
Why?
Because the woman forgot to give his wishes.
"Mam could you please be not so hasty in throwing me out. You haven't given my 3 wishes" Alex pleaded.
The woman got embarrassed but didn't show it on the face. She said "Oh, child you are very alert and aware of your surroundings. I was just testing you and you know what you passed. So state your wishes child".
Alex was dumbfounded by her resonings. He just cursed his luck and asked her some time to think. She just gave him one hour to decide.
Excitement and anticipation surged through Alex as he grasped the magnitude of this opportunity. The woman warned him about the limitations and potential dangers of overpowered wishes, but he remained determined to make the most of this chance.
With one hour to decide, Alex focused his thoughts and began contemplating his wishes. After careful consideration, he confidently stated his desires. "For my first wish, I wish for a Gatcha System. This system will grant me the ability to obtain various items and powers at random, allowing me to adapt and face the challenges of the DC world."
The woman nodded, acknowledging his wish. "Good. Granted. What is your second wish, Alex Frost?"
Without hesitation, Alex replied, "For my second wish, I wish for protection against any mind-related powers. Grant me the ability to shield my thoughts and control the access to my mind, allowing me to defend myself from psychic intrusions."
As Alex stated his second wish, the woman's expression changed subtly. "Are you certain about this wish? With a Gatcha System, there's a chance you could obtain a mind-related ability."
Alex pondered for a moment, understanding the implications of the woman's question. After considering the potential risks, he shook his head. "I don't want to leave anything to chance. I wish for guaranteed protection against mind-related powers."
(You may think why he chose this kind of wish. It's because he was little paranoid and DC has martians, genomes and mind readers)
The woman nodded, seemingly satisfied with his decision. "Your second wish is granted. You have one wish remaining, Alex Frost."
Taking a deep breath, Alex contemplated his final wish. He thought of the qualities he admired, and a particular figure came to mind. "For my third wish, I wish to be born with the body features of Sung Jinwoo from Solo Leveling. I don't require his powers or abilities, just the physical appearance."
The woman just laughed with a hint of amusement. "Your third wish is granted. However, I must remind you that the Gatcha System may not grant you too many overpowered items."
Alex nodded, accepting the limitation. With his wishes granted, he felt a surge of energy as the woman prepared to send him to the random DC world. As he disappeared from her sight, his existence began to be written across the vast tapestry of the DC universe. His existence would bring changes upon the world he would wake up. Whether the changes good or bad time would only tell.
As she recalled his meeting with Alex she could feel all his emotions and desires. But made to make a bet on him was she saw no greed for power. All he really wanted was to do his best to save lives and live a happy life.
Why did she bet on him?
Only she will know.
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