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Debt Reset

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The world ended without warning. Within hours, people were dead, cities were burning, and an unknown System changed everything. I died too. Then I woke up back at the beginning. Same day. Same chaos. Same choice. This time I know how it plays out. I know what kills you, what to avoid, and what actually matters. The System is real, the rules are real, and if I want to survive, I have to learn how to use it. Everything runs on debt. Crystals are the currency. Every upgrade, every utility, every advantage comes with a cost. More power means more debt, and if you can't pay, the System collects. There are no handouts, no free rides, and no cheats. I'm not trying to become a hero. I'm trying to build something that lasts. A place where people can live, grow, and fight back. A place where debt is managed, not feared. I'll gather people, secure the resources, and build a base strong enough to withstand whatever comes next. The warehouse is just the start. The System has plans. The world has secrets. I have a second chance. This time, I'm not just going to survive the apocalypse. I'm going to reset the debt.
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