Nagi's eyes snapped open.
Morning light filtered through the window, casting a soft glow across his room.
For a moment, everything felt normal.
Then—
A translucent screen appeared before him.
[System Activated]
Nagi froze.
"…Why is this here?"
[System Response]
The Nano Chip remains active at all times.
System access and abilities are available in both worlds.
Nagi's eyes widened.
"In… both worlds?"
A slow smile spread across his face.
"…This can change everything."
Just then, his phone buzzed.
A notification flashed across the screen.
[1,000,000 Yen Credited]
"…It's real."
Before he could react further, his mother's voice echoed from outside.
"I'm leaving for work!"
Nagi stepped out of his room.
"Mom, it's only—"
"Check the time," his sister Shily interrupted.
Nagi glanced at the clock.
7:50 AM
"…I'm late."
He rushed out, grabbing his bag and heading straight to the academy.
At School
On the way, Nagi quickly sent a message to Joe, reporting his experience inside the game.
By the time he reached class, he had barely caught his breath.
He sat down quietly.
Then—
Hazen and Kim approached.
Before they could speak, Nagi's phone vibrated again.
[Message from Joe]
"Good work. I have another offer for you.
Come to Nanolize Company. I've arranged a house and admission for you at Everyhigh Academy.
You can bring your family."
Nagi's eyes widened.
Everyhigh Academy…?
One of the top institutions in Japan.
"…So this is my last day here."
He slowly stood up, his gaze locking onto Hazen.
But before anything could happen—
The teacher entered the classroom.
"Take your seats."
The tension faded instantly.
Nagi sat down again, but his mind was elsewhere.
The Nano Chip… the system… this offer…
The bell rang.
Canteen
At lunch, Nagi walked into the canteen.
But before he could sit—
He was surrounded.
Hazen.
Kim.
And their group.
Students gathered around, forming a circle.
Whispers spread quickly.
"It's Nagi…"
"The topper…"
"Is there going to be a fight?"
Nagi stepped forward calmly.
"…If this is how it is, then fine."
He took a fighting stance.
"System… activate combat skills."
[System Response]
Skills detected.
Activation unavailable.
Reason: Earth synchronization incomplete.
Time remaining: 60 seconds.
Nagi clenched his fist.
"…Then I just need to survive one minute."
Hazen smirked.
"Still acting confident?"
They rushed him.
Nagi exhaled slowly.
"My father… taught me this."
He raised his guard.
The first attacker lunged forward—
Nagi sidestepped and countered with a clean punch.
Thud.
One down.
Then another.
And another.
Within seconds, he had taken down multiple opponents using precise, controlled movements.
"…Not bad," someone whispered.
But then—
Hazen and Kim stepped forward.
Each holding a baseball bat.
"Let's see how you handle this," Hazen sneered.
They charged together.
At that moment—
[System Notification]
Synchronization complete.
Skill Activated: Void Pressure
Nagi's eyes sharpened.
"…Now."
As Hazen and Kim swung their bats—
Nagi stepped forward.
Tap.
He touched them lightly with a single finger.
BOOM—!
An invisible force exploded outward.
Both of them were sent flying across the canteen.
Silence.
Everyone froze.
"…What was that…?"
Even Nagi stared at his hand in shock.
[Skill: Void Pressure]
Repels targets upon contact.
Duration: 5 minutes
Cooldown: 60 minutes
Effect: Targets are unable to approach the host
Hazen and Kim struggled to stand.
Fear replaced their arrogance.
The crowd erupted.
"Did you see that?!"
"He didn't even try!"
Footsteps echoed.
Teachers rushed in.
"What's going on here?!"
Principal's Office
Moments later, Nagi stood before the principal.
"You are dismissed," the principal said coldly.
"You used violence against other students."
A teacher stepped forward.
"But he is our top student—"
"That doesn't change the decision."
Silence filled the room.
Nagi smiled faintly.
"…Understood."
Without another word—
He turned and walked out.
Outside
A taxi stopped in front of him.
The door opened.
"Nagi!"
His mother rushed out, worry written all over her face.
"Why are you being expelled? This is one of the best academies!"
Nagi sighed softly.
"I'll explain… but we're moving."
"…Moving?"
"To Yokohama. I'm joining Everyhigh Academy."
She froze.
Inside the taxi, Nagi explained everything—except one thing.
The Nano Chip.
He transferred 900,000 yen to his mother's account.
At Home
They packed quickly.
Shily looked confused.
"Where are we going?"
"We'll explain later," Nagi said calmly.
His phone buzzed again.
[Message from Joe]
"A car is waiting outside."
They stepped out.
A luxury car stood in front of their house.
"…This is all real," his mother whispered.
They got in.
The journey began.
Nagi leaned back, staring out the window.
"9:00 PM…"
"…We'll reach by 10."
He closed his eyes slowly.
A faint smile appeared on his lips.
"…Then I'll log in again."
To Be Continued…