As Alexander attempted to flee, he stumbled upon a newfound feature of the system: the ability to summon spatial portals.
With a mixture of desperation and curiosity, he activated the portal and was astonished to find himself transported back to the idyllic courtyard of Sterling, where the air was filled with the hum of insects, the chirping of birds, and the intoxicating fragrance of blooming flowers.
Amidst the splendor of the courtyard, Alexander stood in awe, marveling at the beauty that surrounded him.
The vibrant hues of the flowers, the gentle rustle of the leaves in the breeze, and the shimmering sunlight that filtered through the branches filled him with a sense of wonder and tranquility.
But amidst the tranquility, a sense of unease lingered in the air. Was this a mere illusion, a trick of the mind conjured by the system, or had he truly returned to Sterling?
As he pondered this question, a voice broke the silence, drawing his attention to a figure standing at the edge of the courtyard.
"Welcome back, Alexander," the figure said, its voice echoing with a sense of familiarity and warmth. "It seems the system has brought you back to us once again."
Alexander's heart raced with a mixture of excitement and trepidation. Was this a chance to reclaim what he had lost, or was it merely another twist in the endless cycle of challenges and trials that fate had set before him?
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