MC (monologue):
I don’t want to become like some god or an overpowered being.
My goal is to unlock a completely new rank for myself—its name will be “NOVA.”

I don’t want to become like Naruto or Sung Jin-Woo,
who ended up ruling their worlds and became the strongest at the end.

I just want to become powerful enough
to defeat my enemies—
so that no one can defeat me in a single hit.

Even if, for that,
I have to break my body again and again,
or cross my limits repeatedly…

If I want to survive in this unknown world—
the isekai world that was once my dream—
then I must become strong.

For myself.
For my family.
For my loved ones.

And that’s why—
if I need to break my limits…

MC:
THEN I WILL DO IT!!!

Scene:
The black screen fades away.
The MC is shown doing push-ups while carrying a massive stone—
almost 5–7 meters wide and weighing around 80–100 kg—on his shoulders.

Scene:
Suddenly, the MC throws the huge stone far away.

MC:
Uff… ahh… ahhaa… aha…
With this, 100 push-ups complete.

Scene:
The MC sits down for a moment.
After some time, he stands up again.

MC:
I think my stamina and physical body have become stronger now.

Scene:
The MC stretches his hand forward.

MC:
Dark Blast!

Scene:
A massive explosion occurs at a distance.
The pressure pushes the MC backward.

MC:
Not good! My body isn’t ready yet!
If my own body can’t handle the impact of my attack,
then fighting others is out of the question.

But for now, this is enough.
I’ve already progressed a lot with daily training.
I don’t even remember what day it is today…
Let’s go back.

Scene:
The MC comes outside and goes to his mom.

Mom:
Oh? You came back early after training today.

MC:
How many hours?

Mom:
Maybe 2 hours.

MC (thinking):
Tsk! Only 2 hours…
100 push-ups are useless.
At least 1 more hour was needed.
Anyway…

MC:
Mom, what year is it right now?

Mom:
Year 67.

MC:
So only one year has passed…
I thought I had already turned 15
and it was time to enter the academy.

Mom:
If you want, you can still go now.

MC:
No.
If I have time, I’ll use it for training.

Mom:
No!
You’ve been training nonstop for a long time.
Out of 24 hours, you spend 18 hours training.
You’ve crossed your limits three times,
and twice you were almost dead.
If I hadn’t healed you in time,
you would’ve died!

Scene:
The MC lowers his head and listens quietly.

Mom:
That’s why—rest a little.
Go outside, get some fresh air,
and take Puma for a walk.
The last time you went outside was one year ago,
and that was also when you walked Puma.
Now go. Go!

MC:
Yes, Mom!!

Scene:
The MC leaves.

MC:
Let’s go, Puma!

Puma:
Woof! Woof!

Scene:
The MC is walking in the colony park.

MC (thinking):
Hmm… I could’ve trained a little more.
I still have 2 years to improve myself,
so taking a short break won’t hurt.
But I hope my coordination doesn’t get messed up…

Scene:
Suddenly, the MC notices someone.

MC:
Who’s that?
Maybe a new member of the colony?
So much has changed in one year.
He looks around my age.
Let’s talk to him.

Scene:
The MC walks up to him.

MC:
Hey, bro.

That boy:
!! Huh—
You scared me!

MC:
Oh, sorry about that.

That boy:
So, who are you?
I haven’t seen you before.

MC:
Yeah, because I stayed in my room for a long time.
I live in that house.
And you?

That boy:
I live in that house over there.

MC:
Oh.
So are you joining the magic academy this year?

That boy:
No, no.
I’ll try when I turn 15.

MC:
But why?

That boy:
I’m not sure yet.
I want to pass on my first attempt.

MC:
Same… I—

Dana:
Hello, my name is Dana.
And you?

Tianzhu:
You can call me Tianzhu—Tianzhu Malvar.

Dana:
So Tianzhu, are you entering the academy this year?

Tianzhu:
No, I’ll enter when I turn 15 too.

Dana:
I see.
Then prepare well—
because I won’t be lower than anyone.

Tianzhu:
Are you challenging me?
Then I’m ready.

Dana:
Anyway, this rivalry will continue.
So tell me about yourself.

Tianzhu:
Me?
I’m a 13-year-old kid
who knows some basic magic.

Dana:
Don’t hide it—
how did you build such a body at this age?

Tianzhu:
Ah…
I gave a full one year for this.
That’s what I was doing in my room all this time.

Dana:
Ohh!!
You look cool.

Tianzhu:
And your hairstyle is good too.

Dana:
Thank you.

Puma:
Woof! Woof!

Tianzhu:
Oh yeah—sorry, Dana.
We’ll meet next time.

Dana:
Okay, see you.

Scene:
Tianzhu leaves, and Dana continues his workout.

Tianzhu (thinking):

So… I’ve got a rival!