HBWnovel Chapter 1: Summoned As A Hero But Reborn As An Ant
Chapter 1: Summoned As A Hero But Reborn As An Ant
Chapter 1: Summoned As A Hero But Reborn As An Ant
As a weeb, you know there are a lot of things I fantasize about, but it's not like those things could actually become reality. But, of course, I do wish they did; after all, that would be a dream come true for me.
So, I was practically speechless with the scene I saw unfolding right before my eyes, one that looked like it was whisked right out of one of the games I used to play.
I and the rest of my classmates found ourselves seemingly transported from our classroom to this... space, hovering in the air, perched atop a cloud as it soared through the star filled skies. Before us stood a majestic figure, a being whose actions would forever change the course of our lives.
Heroes," she began, her melodic voice was enough to put anyone to sleep. "You have all been chosen to save this world from the clutches of the Demon King."
Gasps of astonishment and disbelief filled the air.
Upon hearing the goddess's request, my face lit up with excitement. My cheeks were flushed, and my fists, clenched. I could feel the blood pumping through my veins. "A real fantasy world!" I mused, the excitement in my tone was unmistakable. "One with knights, magic, and dragons. An action-packed world filled with adventure. You can't be serious!"
As I was lost in thought, my sights fell on a rather peculiar figure—Ken! The boy who had devoted his time and energy to making my high school days a living nightmare. From forcing my head down toilets to turning me into his personal errand boy, all of Ken's actions toward me were always brushed off because of his family's background.
Ken's gaze met mine, sending a shiver down my spine. He raised his thumb to his throat, gliding it across with a smug smile, conveying a straightforward message: "Once we reach this new world, you're dead."
Panic surged within me as my thoughts raced. "Wait, he can't be serious, right? I mean, he can't do that. I'll call the police..." My thoughts came to a halt as I realized, "Wait, in a fantasy world, there is no law enforcement or police. There might be knights and priests, but that's it. There's a higher chance of a person just mysteriously dying in a fantasy world, and no one would really care. They would simply bury my body. No investigation, no snooping around, that would be it! Case closed!"
And then, it also hit me.
"And even if I wasn't killed, I would be going there with the rest of my classmates, they would most definitely give me a hard time."
After all, it wasn't only Ken who gave me a hard time. I was picked on by all of my classmates, for reasons I am still yet to understand.
I clenched my fists, a mix of anger and regret coursing through me as I reflected, "As much as I'd love to venture into a fantasy world, I can't let it happen. No matter what, I mustn't set foot in that world with these bastards."
I then began to make my way through my classmates, approaching the goddess, my thoughts racing even further. "Besides, I'm certain that after all these jerks are gone, I'll finally be able to live a normal life again. So, it's a win if I stay back on Earth... I guess."
As I made my way trough, my thought raced even futher, "Hopefully, this goddess isn't one of those self-righteous types who thinks the world revolves around her. If she is, things could get really bad, really fast. And how the hell do I convince her to send me home... I know exactly what to do." I concluded with a plan in mind
Setting my plan in motion, I stepped forward. "Goddess," I stammered, "I appreciate the honor you've bestowed upon us, but I... I don't think I'm capable of being a hero, someone as weak as I am would simply be a burden. Please, send me back to my world, so I may not impeed this grand mission."
I then smiled slightly as I mused, "Nice, I nailed it—body language, voice tone, and everything. She's sure to send me back with that."
The goddess paid attention as I begged, her expression showing a composed and peaceful demeanor. But beneath her calm appearance, she was actually feeling a mix of anger and strong disagreement. something I would learn about much later on.
"How dare this mortal defy my will?" she thought, her voice thoughs with annoyance. "I may not be able to decern his intentions, but he is obviously lying, to I, a goddess, I will make sure to teach him a lesson."
Her eyes narrowed, concealing her fury. She could not allow her anger to surface; she had to maintain her divine grace.
"Very well, young one," the goddess responded, her voice sweetened with false understanding. "If that is truly your wish, I shall grant it."
With a flick of her wrist, she summoned a portal, a pathway back to the world I so desperately wanted to return to.
But as she opened the gateway, a glimmer of mischief appeard in her eyes. She would teach this mortal a lesson, a reminder of the consequences of defying a goddess's will.
"Step through the portal, young one," she said with a soft smile, the sweetness of her voice, hid her true intentions. "May you find what you seek."
I then exclaimed, thoughts raced, "Nice! All that's left now." I looked at my classmates, who were all focused on me as I my thoughts raced further, "is to leave this place without sustaining too much emotional damage."
As I took hesitant steps towards the shimmering portal, my classmates couldn't resist the opportunity to revel in my perceived cowardice. Laughter filled the air, their voices were filled with mockery.
"Look at him, finally running away like the scared little mouse he is!"
"Haha, guess Akun really isn't 'Hero' material."
Mina, who was supposed to be my childhood friend, joined in with the laughter. "Oh, Akun, always the timid one. I guess you'll just be a burden after all!"
I then gritted my teeth and clenched my fists as my thoughts raced, "Laugh all you want; it's not like we'll ever see each other again."
[System integration completed!]
[Ding!! The player has earned a title!]
[Ding!! Title: Reincarnator!!]
Upon hearing the voice mention that title, I thought, "Reincarnator? Reincarnation? Have I been reborn?"
The voice echoed again.
[Yes]
[Ding!! The Endless Evolution System has been activated! Grind to gain evolution points and evolve yourself and your comrades!]
"So wait, a system and rebirth. Are you saying I'm like all those Isekai protagonists who were reborn into another world with a system? Sounds cool! The adventure, the magic, the danger, the excitement, I can't wait!" I exclaimed.
"If I have a system, I must have a status window, right?" I asked.
[Ding!! The system will now display the player's status window!]
"Oh, this is the good part."
[Name: Akun
Species: Monster Ant (hatchling) (Male)
Grade: Insect (1st Stage)
Experience: 0/4,000
Attributes:
- Strength: 0.1
- Agility: 0.2
- Stamina: 0.1
- Intelligence: 0.9
- Wisdom: 0.9
- Mana: 0
Skills:
1. Poison Secretion - Level 1
2. Dig - Level 1
3. Bite - Level 1
Unique Skill:
- Super Gamer Shop -
Evolution Points: 0]
Looking at my status window, I mumbled in confusion and disbelief, "Wait... I'm a what!?"