Rubbing my eyes to ensure that I was fully awake and that this was not a dream, I blinked several times before pinching my cheek.However, a searing pain shot through my head as I clutched my temples, wincing in agony. The sudden jolt seemed to reverberate through my entire being, and for a moment, I felt disoriented from my surroundings. Was a pinch at the cheek really this painful?As the pain subsided, unknown memories flowed through me.The memories were of a teenager, seen from my point of view.

Were these memories of my past life, or could they belong to another person? I don't know. Though I regained memories of my past life or possibly another's, until now, I've lived normally. However, due to the memories now present in my brain, it felt as though I had been thrust into another body, despite having acted upon my own.At first, I thought that this must be all a dream. I would probably be awake any minute now.I knew it felt too real to be a dream, but I was in disbelief. The smell of air freshener that lingered in the room was still there. And I knew for a fact that you can't smell in dreams. Which means that I was really reincarnated just like what the God said.

"I guess this is the world of [A Hero's Tale]..."Muttering quietly to myself while slowly sitting upright on the bed, I started to despair at the future that awaits this world.Who knew that begging that fake God for another chance would lead me to my Doom?Resting my hand on my chin, I let my mind run wild. Who knows, there might be a chance that this was all just a distasteful prank. However, I knew logically that none of these thoughts were reasonable.Just to confirm, I walked to the window and took a glance outside.

One glance at the futuristic view of the city was enough to convince me that I was definitely not in my original world. Why was I a loser who would even beg anyone? I should be more arrogant, even if it's towards a god...Dazedly glancing at my reflection from the window, I couldn't help but gasp in shock.Short jet black hair, barely reaching my shoulder.White skin as pale as paper.Amber eyes with a slight golden shimmer, reminiscent of the sun.I wasn't very bulked but not too skinny either.

What was reflected on the surface was a face so attractive that it looked as if it could charm anyone who even glanced at it. Aside from the abnormal color of my eyes, I seemed to have retained the hair color I had in my previous life.However, aside from my good looks, I did not recognize my appearance. My current appearance was not someone who was mentioned in the novel, rather it was a completely unknown face.It may sound weird, but I've really been reborn inside [A Hero's Tale].But that's not all! I was neither the protagonist nor a side character! Not even any of the mentioned villains! Why???

Why was I reborn into some unknown background character that is doomed in this world where a God decided to put me into after hearing my crying pleas of not wanting to go to hell?Does this mean I have to help the Main Character defeat the Demon God? After all, with my knowledge of the future, surely, he can defeat him?Grasping at straws for the hope that he can perhaps save the world, I calmed myself down and began to plot. After all, if this works was doomed to perish, I would rather struggle till the end. Why would I waste my precious second chance? Does it look like I want to go to hell?"I have to, in one way or another, contribute to the Main Character's strength. Even though he had plot armor, he still lost to the Demon God. Because the memories of my past life and this life were too much to remember all at once, I lost part of the memories of this life. So I should begin by gathering all the information I have."

I opened my system screen. The world in the book was so advanced that they had something similar to phones, but it was a pop-up screen."Firstly, my name is... Keki Von Sieldfrich? What a weird name. Family... None? Am I really this unlucky to have no parents in this world too? The skill I have is... <<Save and Load>>...?"Skill Name: <<Save and Load>>Description: The <<Save and Load>> skill can turn back time within the save period, which lasts for one month. As long as the user says "load" before they die, they can return to the save point. For instance, if they saved right now, any mistakes they make can be rectified by simply uttering 'load,' bringing them back to where they are now."This skill is cheat-like..."

At least I have an overpowered skill to help me survive.No matter the troubles that arise in the academy, I -That's right. THE ACADEMY. That's when I realized that I should probably apply to the academy the MC goes to. This would be the only chance to help him regain his former strength faster, allowing him to surpass his limits and increase the odds of winning against the Demon God. If I was to skip the academy arc, the Main Character would already be overpowered enough to defeat most of the A-tier Heroes even without my help. What I want is to make him on par with the S-tier Heroes. He can do it. 

All I just need to do is motivate him from time to time and let him do the rest."The Hero Academy's entrance exam is starting soon. So I should probably apply as soon as possible. With this skill, it is possible to control any variable that arises. Even if he dies while finding SSS-tier items or fighting against a strong villain, all I have to do is reset and he can try again till he defeats them."

Racking my brain to recall the previous 'me' memories, I decided to also think about my next course of action. In my past life, I was a normal teenager in a less advanced world than this. I read a book and by chance, when begging to get reincarnated, I then got reincarnated into the exact book I read, my favorite book.Thinking about it makes me want to find that self-proclaimed God and punch him in the face. The disgrace I felt when begging him made my blood boil.So, by combining my knowledge of the future I learned through the book and my current skills, I was planning to maybe steal one or two items from the Villains so that I can survive in the academy.

After some thinking, I decided to hold off for now. The Main Character currently needs to gain more fighting experience (I swear this is not an excuse), and all the items that the villains would get would be useless against his overwhelming power anyway. I could also just ask him to give me the items as repayment for the information I provided."Firstly, I need money urgently. The currency here is Quantum Credits or QC for short. Ever since 'The Catastrophe,' dollar bills were replaced by it due to duplication skills that may awaken in a person. The amount of QCs I have right now is also too short to even apply for the academy or buy an item."

Considering that money is power in every world, it's better to have more rather than less.As I snapped out of my stupor, I reached out for my phone and typed in the name of a certain location that would enable me to get rich quickly.No, this was not a scam. No, I was not going to put myself in danger this early on.As the academy started accepting applications 5 days ago, tomorrow would be the last day to apply.Click-! Bang-!Opening the door and rushing out, I headed out while looking at my phone.Today was April 1st. The Academy entrance exam starts on April 15th. This means that there are 2 weeks until it starts. That's an ample amount of time to prepare for the exam. If I get a good score, I might even get a scholarship and the benefits that come with it (Although this seems unlikely).Clenching my fists and punching the sky, I screamed from the top of my lungs."I WILL SURVIVE THIS SHITTY WORLD. AND I'LL MAKE THAT BASTARD BEG IN FRONT OF ME TO BE KILLED."Does it look like I'm dumb enough to talk about how I got reincarnated into my favorite story?Resolving myself, I started the plan to make the Main Character stronger than his previous self. When the Demon God reappears, he would be able to defeat him this time.