The Goddess

Mila and you were sitting in her office on opposite loveseats with a coffee table between the two of you.

She was pouring some tea to help calm you down.

You were rather downcast but took the drink regardless.

She introduced herself as a Goddess and CEO of this company. Well… for this particular heaven of your world.

You were shocked at hearing that but merely decided to shrug it off since you pretty much decided to go along with whatever happens now.

She looked at you and glanced at your hands before speaking.

“I know you aren’t happy with how your life ended Steven. I’m sorry about what happened to you. Truck-kun was asleep for centuries and somehow just woke up. He went after you for some reason and as far as I know, that means you are special in some way.”

You looked at her as though she was disturbed.

“Truck-kun? What the hell are you talking about. Any vehicle that was human made isn’t in anyway alive that’s just impossible, no… that’s improbable! If you’re trying to be smart with me then how about just keeping quiet for now on.”

She blinked at your snarky tone but sighed when she figured it would be best not to explain how a literal Deity had taken the form of a delivery truck as inspiration.

Instead she decided to placate you.

“I was honestly just trying to take your mind off the accident. In truth, I saw potential in you when you first came to heaven. I know you have a brilliant mind with the capabilities to be the doctor you wished to be and I think I can help.”

You glanced at her but said nothing as she continued.

“I may be the CEO of this Heaven’s branch but I’m only one of multiple gods in charge. Certain gods however gain more reputation as they show their capabilities when they create their own universes and worlds in their designs. I’ve been given the ok by my higher ups to create my own personal creation. Behold!!!”

She waved her arms and above the ceiling where the view of the nebulas, planets and everything space like shown, there was a world similar looking to Earth and yet oddly different but you couldn’t place how.

Mila smiled at you before explaining.

“This is the world of Astia, my first world. My baby you could say…”

She sighed as though she was reminiscing a good moment but then turned back to you.

“I’m starting slow to show my stuff and already I’m proud of how it’s coming along. It’s not like the Earth you know but there are plenty of Earth like features you might be familiar to, though kinda medieval… ish with magic and monster races in a fantasy setting.”

You raised your eyebrow and ask her something.

“Alright, but what does that have anything to do with me?”

She turned to you and while serious smiled to reassure you.

“I want to send you to that world for a fresh start as my champion and bring something new to the world. I think you have the amazing capabilities to show for it.”

You just crossed your arms in a frustrated tone before answering.

“How exactly would I be able to do that? I’m not exactly the hero type you know. Hell, I’m not the religious type so even if I wanted to, my best way to show my abilities would be through Science. Do you even have that as a subject matter in your world?”

Mila actually pondered his questions before standing up and checking her computer for information.

She looked stricken and reluctantly gave an answer.

“No, anything related to Science would pretty much be said as though it was magic or man made. I’m sorry Steven…”

“Then you see my point!”

You stand up and head towards the elevator but Mila calls out to you.

“Steven, where are you going?”

You look at her with a face that shows you’ve given up on everything.

“I don’t know and I don’t care. Thanks for the offer but even if I wanted to help. My hands are beyond repair and I just can’t do much without them. Really, I just wanted to be a doctor and I can’t do that. My life is over and… I’m just done with everything, goodbye Mila.”

Just before you enter, she runs at you and holds you close to her chest.

“Please… I really need your help Steven Stranger. I can make things right and give you what you desire most. Just give me a chance, I’m begging you.”

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“Alright, I’ll help you! But we need to make an agreement. Fair for the two of us, alright?”