Fate
As I concluded my interrogation with party member A, the information I sought had been gathered to my satisfaction.
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Name: Ais Wallenstein
Current Level: 6(?)
Current Personality: Estimated to be 80% similar to Host's memories.
Threat to Host: 0%.
Additional Information: Recently, the Loki Familia embarked on an expedition into the Dungeon. It is highly likely that Ais Wallenstein, as a member of the Loki Familia, is currently accompanying her fellow familia members. Unless more detailed information is provided, the probability of encountering Ais Wallenstein alone cannot be accurately assessed.
Evaluation: Based on the available data, Ais Wallenstein poses no threat to the Host. Her current level indicates a moderate level of proficiency, while her personality is estimated to align closely with the Host's memories.
Note: Further investigation and acquisition of detailed information are recommended to enhance the accuracy of any future assessments related to Ais Wallenstein.
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The meticulous organization of data had become second nature to me, a habit of the past. Recognizing this, Lucy, the intelligent self-improving AI that shared hundreds of years with me, intuitively summarized the crucial details for me.
While I perused the collected insights from party member A, the man before me trembled with fear, his imagination running wild with the audacity of my plans.
'This man is insane!'
He thought, his mind filled with terror. The mere notion of plotting against one of the mightiest Familias in Orario was enough to send shivers down his spine. To him, it rendered the Guild itself insignificant, a mere joke.
The conceit that fellow adventurers should not harm one another remained trapped within his throat, for someone of my power would face no retribution even if I were to extinguish the life of a lowly level 2 like him, especially as he was in the wrong.
Ren's disinterest in his plight was evident, as he had attained the information he sought. With a single penetrating gaze, the poor party member's eyes rolled back, and he crumpled to the ground, his limp form cascading like a broken marionette.
Unbeknownst to the others, Ren possessed a mana core infused with the darkness element, signifying his exceptional aptitude for black magic. Yet, his true strength lay in his mastery of illusions, an unparalleled ability within his arsenal.
While others perceived him as an ordinary man, devoid of any visible weaponry, the truth remained concealed from their grasp.
They were not strong enough to make Ren unleash his weapon, yet the unfortunate reality was that they were utterly oblivious to its very existence.
"Finally, I shall come face to face with you, Ais Wallenstein," Ren's thoughts turned towards his "Goddess." However, he would not recklessly throw himself at her, for such an approach would be distasteful and counterproductive to his grand scheme.
It is imperative to understand the depths of Ais Wallenstein's character, to fathom the scars that have shaped her past and present. The answers lie in the hearts of those who have delved into the pages of the novel or witnessed glimpses of the animated adaptation.
Her story is one of vengeance, an unyielding desire to plunge her sword deep into the heart of the One-Eyed Black Dragon, the creature that callously robbed her of what she held most dear. Every day she risks her life, her interest piqued by the enigmatic Bell Cranel and his rapid growth, his visage akin to that of a rabbit. Yet...
What if someone comprehended her every move with absolute clarity? What if this individual, whose primary weapon is not a sword, yet honed their swordsmanship for eight centuries solely to aid her in achieving her vendetta, offered her a path to transcend her current limitations and ascend to newfound strength?
Would Ais Wallenstein refuse such an enticing opportunity to satiate her thirst for revenge?
Ren doubted the likelihood of such an outcome. Although the Ais Wallenstein of this world possessed differences, he would take the time to comprehend and adapt to those distinctions.
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While a certain individual schemed against one of the mightiest Adventurers in Orario, the said Adventurer gazed "leisurely" at the 'sky' of the 18th floor, her thoughts unknown.
"Why are you here all alone, Ais?"
To the inquiry of the elf, Ais Wallenstein uttered only a whisper.
"I...need strength. I want...to grow...like Bell."
Recently, she had rescued an Adventurer who had been on the brink of dying by a Minotaur, yet thereafter, he remarkably ascended from level 1 to level 3 within a few short months, shattering all previous records. Ais desired to unravel the secret behind such rapid progress and attain the same.
"...Bell? Ah...the Little Rookie?"
That was the title bestowed upon him during the recent Denatus, an attempt by the Gods to diminish Bell Cranel's significance as if to remind the "rabbit" that level 2 held little importance in the grand scheme of things...
In other words, it was a display of the Gods' envy toward Hestia. But, it did little to deter or humble Bell, for he swiftly ascended to level 3 thereafter...
Seated beside her, the elf with cascading jade-colored hair tied in a waist-length ponytail, her eyes mirroring the same hue, released a soft sigh.
"He has truly captured your attention, it seems."
Riveria's words elicited a visible confusion in Ais, for she did not grasp their intended meaning...
"...Don't worry if you don't grasp it now. Eventually, it will become clear to you."
Riveria spoke, foreseeing Ais Wallenstein's fate in most parallel worlds. However, in this particular one, Ren Von Seraphis stood as a distinct anomaly that defied the patterns and norms observed elsewhere.
His very presence possessed the power to reshape the unfolding narrative of this world, for without him, the grand performance would lack its orchestrator.
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Author's Note:
One question that has been raised is whether I will eventually unveil Ren's situation on 5T9B. The answer is a resounding "Yes!" Rest assured, I have considered the narrative structure carefully.
While immersing ourselves in the events of Danmachi, we will gradually uncover the intricacies of Ren's journey on 5T9B. This approach aims to maintain the reader's engagement as you are all here to read about Danmachi, not 5T9B. Revealing the "hows" and "whys" as Ren's path intertwines with others shall be the main aim of the backstory!
Furthermore, it is important to note that this novel is meticulously crafted to capture Ren's emotions with precision. Regarding his prevailing apathy towards various matters, explanations will only be provided for what he deems worthy of his attention.
When the story is narrated from the perspective of other characters, unless they specifically focus on Ren, detailed descriptions of his physical attributes or other aspects will be withheld. The unveiling of such details will be reserved for the moment when Ais Wallenstein directs her gaze toward him (I can't wait to write that out.)
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