03

Aurelian rushed to his room and promptly opened his laptop, a simple ASUS VivoBook. To his surprise, the screen emitted nothing but a blank white light, devoid of any battery notifications or a visible mouse cursor. Strangely, he found himself unable to shut down the laptop or perform any conventional actions. Yet, when he mustered the courage to type a message, the words appeared on the screen as if by magic.

With a sense of curiosity, Aurelian typed:

'Hello.'

To his astonishment, the screen responded:

'Hello, user.'

So, aurelian begin typing on the keyboard

Aurelian: 'Who are you?'

System:

'I am the System, designed specifically for you. The System was given to you by R.O.B for your convenient.'

Aurelian: 'Interesting.'

The sound of typing resonated within Aurelian's room.

System:

'Indeed, I am. This laptop is more than just a device. It is unbreakable and has an infinite battery life. Even if it were thrown into a supernova, it would remain intact and functional.'

Aurelian: 'That's impressive. So, it's unique to me, right? No one else can use it?'

System:

'Absolutely. This laptop is bound to you as the user, Aurelian. It will only respond to your commands and inquiries. Others will not be able to access or utilize its functions.'

Aurelian: 'That's good to know. I wouldn't want anyone else meddling with my laptop.'

Aurelian takes a moment to think and then asks another question.

Aurelian: 'What if someone tries to steal the laptop?'

System:

'The laptop is exclusively yours. Even if it were to somehow end up in another reality or be taken from you, you have the ability to summon it back to your hand. It will always return to its rightful owner.'

Aurelian:

'That's a relief. I cant imagine if i lose such a valuable and powerful tool. Thank you for the information, System.'

System:

'You're welcome, user. I am here to assist you in any way I can. Feel free to ask any further questions or give commands as needed.'

Aurelian couldn't help but feel a mix of awe and gratitude towards the mysterious being known as R.O.B.

The laptop's capabilities seemed almost too good to be true, and the fact that it was exclusively his made him feel a sense of responsibility and privilege.

Aurelian: 'So, what powers do you possess, System?'

System: 'I have the ability to summon anything, be it knowledge, technology, or anything else from another reality, whether it is fictional or not.'

Aurelian: 'Anything ?'

System: 'Anything'

Aurelian's mind was spinning with the endless possibilities that the system presented.

The ability to acquire knowledge and items from other realities, whether from fiction or not, was simply mind-boggling.

The thought of summoning iconic objects and vehicles from beloved universes filled him with a mix of shock, bewilderment, and pure excitement.

Aurelian: 'There is a cost right ?'

System: 'Yes, user. There is a cost'

Of course. He know that this broken ability will have a cost. He expected it even.

Aurelian: 'so what is the cost ?'

System: 'Followers'

Followers ?

Aurelian: 'Explained'

System:

'Certainly, user. The cost is measured in followers. The more people who see you as their leader and follow your guidance, the greater the point value you accumulate. These points can be spent to acquire the items and knowledge from other realities.'

Aurelian:

'That's a broad term. Could you be more specific? How would the system determine who counts as a follower?'

System:

'A follower is someone who perceives you as their leader, someone who looks up to you and trusts in your guidance. Whether it's your loyal comrades in the Aurelius group or oppressed people from other realms who see you as a potential leader, their belief and support count toward your follower count.'

His typing is full of joy after he read the answer.

Aurelian:

'So, it's not limited to a strict definition of citizenship or allegiance. It's about the influence I have and the impact I can make on others. This is incredible! I can build my own empire, not just in the traditional sense, but by gaining the trust and loyalty of those who yearn for a worthy leader.'

System: 'basically'

The realization fills Aurelian with a sense of giddiness and anticipation. He can't help but envision the vast possibilities that lie before him.

A vast realm where citizens looked up to him as their worthy leader, even if there were no formal citizenship processes in place. He saw a future where oppressed people found hope and refuge in his guidance, where he could bring about positive change and unity.

Aurelian's excitement grew, and a broad smile spread across his face. This system was not only a tool for personal growth but also a means to build a better future for those who believed in him.

The responsibility of leadership weighed upon him, but he was ready to embrace it.

He wanted to create a realm where their dreams and aspirations could flourish under him.

Aurelian's mind buzzed with ideas, strategies.

He knew that the path ahead wouldn't be easy, but with the system by his side and the support of his followers and citizens, he felt invigorated and ready to conquer the galaxy.

This was his chance to make a lasting impact, to reshape the course of history, and he wasn't going to let it slip away.

But there was also a sense of caution within him. He knew that such power could attract attention and potential threats. He needed to be careful with how he used the laptop and who he revealed its existence to.

Aurelian: 'One last question. Does my point decrease if i buy something ? If it does, then how i replenish it?'

System: 'Your points will decrease after you make a purchase. However, they will be replenished every thirty days.'

Aurelian: 'So, if I have 100 points and I buy something, leaving me with 30 points, my point balance will be replenished back to 100 in thirty days?'

System: 'it will be instantly replenished on the thirtieth day.'

i see. it ls not a bad mechanism.

Aurelian:

'System, I am grateful for your presence and the incredible capabilities of this laptop. I will bring prosperity to this galaxy and make it mine'

System:

'Your determination is commendable, user. I am here to assist you every step of the way.'

Aurelian smiled, feeling a renewed sense of purpose and excitement for the journey ahead.

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'Ok. Lets try it'

Aurelian: 'System, open the menu.'

The display changed as soon as Aurelian finished typing.

The system menu appeared, featuring a simple blue background with only three options and a visible counting mechanism, indicating his points and followers count. There is a tiny box in the upper right corner for conversation with the system. Oh there is a cursor. So he can use the touchpad.

°Summon

°Storage (infinite)

°Upgrade

Folowers. : 112.5 billion

Points. : 225 billion

'holly shit!'

Aurelian exclaimed. That is a lot of followers and points.

Aurelian: 'System, how exactly do I convert my followers to points?'

System: 'One follower equals two points.'

Aurelian: 'At what age does a follower count?'

System: 'It is based on the age of consent in each realm within this galaxy.'

Aurelian: 'In the Kingdom of Pharahan, the age of consent is 18. So, anyone who is 18 years old in this kingdom and thinks I'm worthy will be counted?'

System: 'Yes, that's correct.'

Aurelian: 'And in the Dondorra Confederation, the age of consent is 16. So, if there is a 16-year-old follower from Dondorra, it will also count?'

System: 'Yes.'

Aurelian couldn't help but open his mouth in awe. It was no surprise that his point count was so large.

After taking a moment to relax, Aurelian moved the cursor and clicked on the summoning option. In the summon options, there was a world option, so he clicked on it.

- Summon

- World

- Choose your world

Aurelian typed 'Star Wars' in the column below the options, and more options appeared.

- Knowledge

- Technology

- ??? (need upgrade)

- ??? (need upgrade)

He chose technology, and the list was so extensive that there was a search box available. Feeling curious, he typed 'Death Star' into the search box.

- DS-1: 499 trillion points

- DS-2: 999 trillion points

Aurelian couldn't help but chuckle. The prices were incredibly expensive and predictable. He decided to delete 'Death Star' and typed 'F-11D blaster' instead.

- F-11D blaster rifle: 300 points per unit

Surprisingly cheap.

The F-11D blaster is a versatile and powerfull weapon from star wars galaxy. It served as the standard issue weapon of First Order stormtroopers.

The F-11D blaster rifle is a fully automatic weapon with rapid-fire capabilities, making it lethal against individual targets and groups of enemies. Its medium to long range ensures safe engagement from a distance, providing a tactical advantage. Additionally, it features a built-in stun setting for versatile combat options. This blaster is an excellent choice for his army.

Aurelian clicked on the blaster's name, and a pop-up appeared with the option to confirm the summoning. He chose "yes."

'The item has been transferred to your storage.' the system confirmed.

Summoning the blaster with a though, Aurelian held out his hand and a brilliant white light flashed before the blaster materialized in his grasp. He carefully examined the weapon, admiring its design. However, a stray thought crossed his mind.

"Can it be reverse-engineered using the resources of this world?"