I'm Actually Not Overpowered!

I woke up, feeling the familiar, comfortable softness of my mattress as I looked around me.

I was back in my room, back in the frontier settlement. The walls were tent-like. It made sense, considering the fact that we were yet to build actual houses, at this point.

"I was transported to a few days after Lilith invaded. We're still in the process of increasing security and strengthening the fences…'

Rising from my bed, I put on my flip flops and proceeded out of the room.

"The roads haven't been tiled yet, and the expansion is still in progress. I see there's a lot that hasn't been done yet."

Comparing the image of what the settlement looked like in the future to its current state made me realize just how much progress we had made in the now-forgotten timeline.

'I had no choice, though…' Feeling the early morning breeze wash over me, I closed my eyes and inhaled deeply.

The morning air was so pure and fresh, incomparable to the stifling one I had to take in just moments ago.

Nostalgia and desire squirmed within me as I watched the tents perk up. Sarah stayed in the closest tent to me—that made it much easier to sleep at night.

'I want to see them… I want to see all of them.' My heart raced with excitement and impatience.

All my comrades who died, all my subordinates whom I failed. Everyone who awaited my return… I wanted to see them!

"Calm yourself, Sam. There's a lot to think about. There's also a lot to do."

Slowly, a smile formed on my face. I was immensely relieved and my eyes gleamed with certainty and decisiveness.

"It's two weeks till the invasion, enough time to prepare."

There were many reasons for my failure in the past, but the major reasons were because of the unavailability of more time, and the fact that I was weak—both of which had been solved.

It was the best moment to take action.

"With my current abilities, and with the time at my disposal… I won't lose!"

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The sun rose and shone bright, casting a golden hue on the settlement. The energetic members of the settlement rose with the sun, and everyone was set to begin their activities.

As Sarah came to report to me in my room, I told her to gather EVERYONE for an announcement from me.

She readily agreed and zoomed off to begin her first task of the day.

Even though I felt the Priestess was always too enthusiastic when it came to orders from me, I couldn't help but feel happy to see her anyway.

'I've missed her.' A smile unconsciously formed on my face.

It would take some time before Sarah would gather everyone, so the best thing to do—at least, given the circumstances—was to check my Status Window.

"Status Win—"

[SYSTEM NOTICE]

[Additional Rewards Based On Accomplishments Have Been Calculated]

<Will You Receive Your Rewards Now>

[Yes] [No]

'A-ah!' My eyes instantly widened in remembrance.

I was yet to receive my additional Rewards for defeating the nine Demon Generals.

"Yes. Let's see the rewards!"

[SYSTEM UPDATE]

[Here Are Your Rewards Based On Your Accomplishments]

<You single-handedly killed all nine Demon Generals>

~9,000 Karmic Value Has Been Dispensed~

<You overwhelmingly crushed your foes within a short amount of time, displaying your caliber as a Hero.>

~5,000 Karmic Value has been dispensed~

~Title: Demon Hunter has evolved to [Demon Slayer]~

<You have significantly altered the progression of the System's expectations>

~5,000 Karmic Value Has Been Dispensed~

<You have completed a major scenario and defeated your enemies>

~You Have Leveled Up (×5)~

~(500) Stat Points Have Been Added~

[End Of Information]

"Looks like no extra Skills or Titles were dispensed. Mostly Karmic Value and Stat Points." I muttered, critically examining the glowing panel.

It was understandable, considering I wasn't in an extremely difficult situation with the Demon Generals. I could still flee, or pick them off one at a time.

They were only a threat when they were together, and I was so lucky they didn't know how to work as a proper team.

'I would have been screwed if that was the case.'

In any case, since I had gone over all my Rewards, it was time to examine my current state.

[SYSTEM WINDOW]

Name: Samuel Peterson

Level: 235

Age: 17 Years

Gender: Male

Current Condition: Relieved. Excited. Curious.

Status Infliction: Status Elevation. Regression.

Title: Hero [See Additional Titles]

~[QUEST DETAILS]~

[FEATURES]

~ Stats~

~Skills[Unlocked]~

~Inventory [Unlocked]~

~Character List~

~Shop [Unlocked]~

~Arcana Value [Unrestricted]~

<You have not met the requirements to unlock some Features>

[More Features will be added subsequently]

[END OF INFORMATION]

[Stats]

Level: 235

Exp: 13.34%

Class: None (Select A Class Now)

Karmic Value: 70,200

[Basic Ability]

HP: 380/380

MP: 300/300

Strength: 350

Agility: 650

Vitality: 450

Intelligence: 150

<Stat Points: 1,210>

[Complete Quests and slay enemies to obtain Stat Points and EXP. Doing so will increase your Level and also grant you Stat Points]

[END OF INFORMATION]

"I'm so happy the System of this world works this way." A wide grin formed on my face.

Not only did I get an increase in Levels and Stat Points as I completed Quests and conquered foes, but by merely fighting and exerting myself, I could increase my primary stats.

"I'm excited for what I'm gonna see next."

[Skills]

<1> Five Seconds Rule: Advanced

<2> Rune crafting

<3> Absolute Freedom Of Expression

<4> With Great Responsibility There Must Also Come Great Power

—Warrior's Skin (Byron)

—Blessing Of Recovery (Sarah)

—Blessing Of Power (Sarah)

—Mana Strengthening (Lucy)

—Marionette (Lilith)

—Evil Eye (Lilith)

<5> Insight

<6> Martial Arts

<7> Grand Predator

<8> Draconic Transformation

<9> Domination

<10> Evil Warding Blade

<11> Miasma

<12> I Believe I Can Fly

<13> Unification

<14> Am I A Zombie?

[Titles]

<1> Hero

<2> Fraud

<3> Conqueror

<4> Goblin Hunter

<5> Dragon Hunter

<6> Fool

<7> Slave Master

<8> Demon Contractor

<9> The One Who Unifies

<10> Demon Slayer

[End Of Information]

"This is perfect."

I was just as strong as a powerful Upper-Class Demon. My goals had far been surpassed.

"In my current state, it's possible to achieve my mission. But first… there's something to do first."

I looked at my System Panel and found exactly what I was looking for.

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Class: None (Select A Class Now)

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"Looks like it's finally time."

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[A/N]

Merry Christmas, everyone. If you're Jewish, Happy Hanukkah. Seasons greetings to my dear fans and readers. I cherish and love you all.

Do have a lovely time.