Slowly, the image became clearer, despite already being sharp. Back in this castle. One thing was different—the atmosphere felt a bit heavier. Focusing, he noticed someone sitting on the throne. The weather seemed nice, the mosaic dragons reflected a bright light. But what made this place feel emotionally dangerous?
— Welcome. This is the first time we meet here. But it's not the first time you've been here, is it?
Someone was speaking to him. But who? How? This was the first time he had ever heard a voice in his dreams. He tried to respond…
Nothing.
Not a sound.
Empty.
…
— Have you lost your tongue? Well, I suppose it is difficult to speak in this form. Since you are new to this world, young Hero, I shall explain a few things to you, she said.
She was likely a queen or an empress. Seated arrogantly on the throne, dressed in a red, blue, and black robe.
— First, you must know—and I confirm this—that other intelligent species exist, as you may have seen in the city of the Crossroads, Ursay. Cat-men, lizard-men, elves, and even dragon-men, along with their fully transformed versions. Each group has its own kingdom, and only three races have empires: demons, humans, and orcs. This is the most basic information you need to know. Each guild has an office for each species, represented by their crests.
— Now, since you come from another world, you have received the blessing of a guardian of this world. It is now up to you to decide whether to live a simple life or to grow stronger. The only thing I cannot tell you is whether you can return home. I apologize for that.
— Now that the basics are laid out, I wish you a good journey. We shall meet again.