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(Maria's POV)
The morning sun warmed my face as I slowly opened my eyes, realizing it was already the next day. I had been working tirelessly to repair the island's damage and assist as many people as possible, so we had not yet left this world, and it might take a few more weeks.
I was eager to return to Earth, but I also wanted to ensure I left this world without regrets. I was still contemplating what to do about Alma, our relationship, and the friends I had made here.
I wanted to leave, yet I also didn't, and leaving another "me" here would feel… I don't know. I think they would sense it was merely a fragment of me and not the full me they know.
"Haaa…"
As I rose and walked to the bathroom to bathe, I glanced over some system messages. After my battle against the Living Nightmare Dimension, I had naturally gained many Levels. It was a formidable enemy, and despite my strength, I was still able to grow significantly stronger.
