Anti Netotare Villian

Chapter 17: Completing the first Quest!



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He began the exercise with determination, lowering himself to the ground and pushing back up with a steady rhythm. The first few sets were surprisingly manageable. His body, though tired from the run, responded well. The first 50 pushups came relatively easily, with only a slight soreness in his shoulders that didn't bother him much. His form remained solid, and his pace was consistent.

However, as he approached the 50th pushup, he started to feel the strain. His arms grew sore, and his movements became wobbly. Each pushup required more effort, and he could feel his muscles beginning to fatigue.

"81... 82... 83..." he counted aloud, his voice strained as he pushed through the reps, sweat dripping from his forehead.

By the time he reached the 65th pushup, he was significantly struggling. It became difficult to lower himself, his balance wavering as pain coursed through his muscles. His biceps began to cramp around the 80th pushup, and he could barely maintain the plank position. Despite the intense discomfort, he noted that this challenge was still more manageable than the run. His determination and grit kept him going.

His arms felt like they were on fire, but he forced himself to push through. Determined not to give up, he managed to complete the 100 pushups. He realized that these tasks, while seemingly simple, were incredibly tough when done consecutively without breaks. The cumulative fatigue made each movement a test of his willpower.

After finishing the pushups, he collapsed onto the ground, breathing heavily. He took a moment to catch his breath and let the realization sink in. The physical demands of his new life were far more grueling than he had anticipated, yet he found a sense of accomplishment in overcoming each challenge. Every completed task brought a small but significant sense of victory.

An hour passed as he rested and allowed his body to recover from the intense effort. His muscles ached, and his arms felt like lead, but the satisfaction of completing the pushups buoyed his spirits. Now, it was time to move on to the next task: squats. He braced himself, knowing that this, too, would test his limits.

"It won't be easy either," He said, wiping his forehead. 

Reich stood up and stretched, feeling the burn in his legs from the run and the fatigue in his arms from the pushups. He knew the squats would be another grueling test of his endurance and strength. He positioned himself correctly and began the squats, lowering his body and pushing back up in a controlled motion.

The first few squats were easy, his legs still warmed up from the run. However, as he continued, the cumulative fatigue from his earlier exercises began to set in. His legs started to tremble slightly, and each squat required more effort than the last.

He pushed through, focusing on his breathing and maintaining proper form. "One... two... three..." he counted, trying to keep a steady pace.

Reich was determined to complete the 100 squats, just as he had done with the pushups. His muscles screamed in protest, but he ignored the pain, focusing instead on the sense of accomplishment he would feel once he completed his goal. Each squat brought him closer to the end, and he knew he could do it.

After what felt like an eternity, he finally reached his goal. His legs were burning, and he was drenched in sweat, but he had completed the squats. Reich collapsed onto the ground once more, exhausted but triumphant. The physical challenges had been immense, but he had pushed through and completed them.

As he lay on the ground, catching his breath, he reflected on the day's achievements. Each task had been a test of his physical and mental strength, and he had risen to the challenge. He knew there were more trials ahead, but he felt ready to face them, one step at a time.

"Finally! Only one more thing left and I'll be done with day one!" Reich exclaimed, feeling a surge of motivation. 

The last task of the day was to train with a sword, which seemed like the easiest part of his regimen. Given that the body's previous owner had been a magic swordsman, the basics of swordsmanship came to Reich's mind effortlessly, as natural as the wind. He instinctively knew how to train himself, confident that with continued practice, he could reclaim the former skills of this body.

With renewed energy, Reich approached the training ground. He picked up a sword, feeling its weight and balance. Though he had never wielded a sword before in his previous life, the muscle memory from the body's past began to kick in. He started swinging the sword around haphazardly, much like a novice or a character from a pirate movie. At first, his movements were clumsy and uncoordinated.

As he continued, something remarkable happened. The more he swung the sword, the more familiar it felt in his hands. His movements became smoother, more controlled. The skills of the previous owner of the body began to flow into his muscles, and his instincts took over. Each swing became more precise, more powerful. He started to feel a connection with the sword, as if it was an extension of his own body.

For today, his training was simple: he focused on getting accustomed to the sword. He swung it around, practicing basic strikes and cuts. Though it might have seemed like he was merely waving the sword aimlessly, this exercise was crucial. It helped him understand the sword's weight, balance, and how it moved through the air. 

*Ding*

A system notification rang out, surprising Reich.

[You have completed Day 1 of your quest.]

Despite his seemingly mindless practice, the system acknowledged his efforts. For someone who had never held a sword before, even this basic familiarization was a significant step. The system counted it as training because understanding the sword's size, weight, and balance was foundational to mastering it.

Reich collapsed onto a nearby bench, feeling a mix of exhaustion and accomplishment. Reflecting on the day's tasks, he realized how demanding and rewarding his new life was going to be. The physical challenges had pushed him to his limits, but he had met each one head-on and completed them without collasping. 

He took a deep breath and allowed himself a moment of rest. 


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