The screech of tires was a death knell, a horrifying symphony that played out in slow motion. Jian saw it all—the speeding car, the small child darting into the street, the frozen horror on the faces of the bystanders. Without conscious thought, he reacted. A primal instinct, a desperate hope to save an innocent life, propelled him forward. His body became a shield, intercepting the oncoming vehicle with a bone-jarring impact that stole his breath and shattered his world. The child’s terrified scream echoed in his ears, a desperate cry that faded as darkness claimed him. The last thing he registered was a searing pain, a sensation of being torn apart, atom by atom. Then, a blinding white light consumed him, a kaleidoscope of pure energy that dissolved his very being.
He awoke to the gentle rocking of a cradle, the soft murmur of an unknown tongue. He was a babe, small and helpless, his senses overwhelmed by a flood of new sensations. The memories of his past life as Jian were fragmented, hazy, like a half-remembered dream. Yet, the visceral memory of the accident, the selfless act of saving the child, remained—a vivid, searing imprint on his soul. He didn't understand where he was or how he'd arrived here, but a calm, reassuring voice echoed in his mind, clear and distinct amidst the swirling chaos of his new reality: System initializing… Reincarnation complete. Welcome, Keiran.
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The system's voice was a lifeline, a beacon of order in a world that was both terrifying and strangely peaceful. Physical Status: Stable. Environment Assessment: Safe. Recommended Action: Observe and adapt. The words were simple, yet they provided a sense of control, a comforting structure in the midst of utter disorientation. He was reborn, his past life a fading echo, his future guided by the enigmatic system. The image of the child's terrified face lingered, a powerful reminder of the sacrifice he'd made and the new life he'd been given. His journey had only just begun.
