Before the Sunrise Reminds Me Who I Was Supposed to Become by Telion Marex Arlwin 9 Summary
In this chapter, the protagonist confronts Luther, the enigmatic figure surrounded by a thick black mist, and asks about the origin of his power to grant wishes. Luther reveals that this power was something he possessed while alive, hinting at a deeper, tragic past. The atmosphere is tense and heavy, filled with a suffocating, blood-scented fury that almost overwhelms the protagonist.
The story then shifts to the “Final Day” of the game, where the system announces a final quest: each player can make one last wish to the Boss, and only the player who makes the correct wish will survive. The other players attempt wishes that reflect their understanding of Luther’s desires—one wishes for vengeance, another for Luther’s power to disappear—but both are instantly and mercilessly rejected, leading to their immediate erasure.
Left alone, the protagonist faces Luther, who calmly asks what their wish will be. The narrative also flashes back to a discovery made earlier in the game during a side quest—a photo album chronicling Luther’s life. It shows a boy who stopped smiling at age five and whose once warm family was replaced by cold, professional-looking strangers. This unsettling transformation raises questions about Luther’s past and the true nature of those around him, suggesting a complex and possibly sinister backstory that ties into his current state.
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Chapter 9
He finally asked his last question.
“Do you hate those people?”
Lather nodded once.
The two exchanged thoughtful looks before quietly stepping away.
When they were gone, I walked up to him. The black mist around him was heavier than ever, thick enough to almost hum
I looked up at him and asked my final question.
“Your power to grant wishes…. Was that something you already had when you were alive, or did you gain it after becoming… whatever you are now?”
The moment the last word left my mouth, the black mist erupted, wrapping tightly around me.
It reeked of blood, so dense and suffocating it felt almost solid. The fury inside it pressed down on me like a tide, ready to drown me whole.
After what felt like forever, I finally heard his answer.
“…When I was alive.”
Final Day.
The system’s voice rang out:
[Final Quest: “Wish” has been issued.]
[Each player may now make one final wish to the Boss.]
[Only the player who makes the correct wish will survive.]
[All others will be erased.]
[Hint: The final wish is no longer limited to choosing a way to die. Players may wish for anything.]
Luther stood before us in silence, motionless as ever.
The other two remaining players exchanged glances. Finally, the tall guy stepped forward.
They had stayed up all night discussing it. Their theory was simple:
If the correct wish was tied to the Boss’s life, then it shouldn’t be a selfish one. It should be something that pleased him…
Something that gave him peace.
The tall guy swallowed hard and said,
“I… I wish for you to kill all your enemies and avenge yourself!”
But Luther didn’t move.
Only the system spoke, its cold voice dripping with mockery:
[Wish incorrect. Immediate termination.]
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A split second later–boom!-the guy exploded into blood mist
The girl went pale, beads of sweat rolling down her forehead. She opened her mouth several times before she managed to speak.
“… I wish for your power to grant wishes to disappear,” she said, voice trembling. “So you’ll finally be free to live for yourself.”
She looked at him hopefully, waiting for a sign of inercy.
But the system’s merciless voice echoed again:
[Wish incorrect. Immediate termination.1
Another burst of red.
I was the only one left standing
Luther slowly stepped closer, his voice low and calm.
“What is your wish?”
On the second day in the horror game, during the “Boss’s Banquet” side quest, I found a photo album in the library.
It tracked a boy’s life–from a babbling infant to a pale, sullen teenager. Luther, just as I’d guessed, had that doll–like, perfect face in the photos. But I noticed something else.
Starting with his fifth birthday, the boy never smiled again. His eyes turned cold and full of disgust.
And the people standing around him changed. Where there had once been warm, loving parents, now there were strangers. Well, maybe “strangers” isn’t exactly right–some of those faces appeared in earlier pictures, but only as background: the smiling butler, the busy maid, the gardener trimming flowers. After the boy turned five, those same people reappeared with a total makeover. Now they were all name–brand suits, polished and sharp, the look of successful professionals.
My first thought was the obvious thriller plot–servants conspiring to kill the master’s family and lock up the little heir. But that theory didn’t hold up. If they were capable of murdering the family and embezzling the estate, why keep the child alive? Wouldn’t it make more sense to eliminate him too and remove any loose ends?
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Conclusion
The chapter closes on a somber and intense note, highlighting the weight of choices and the deep scars carried by Luther. His past, revealed through the photo album, paints a picture of a boy robbed of innocence and warmth, surrounded by cold, calculating figures who replaced the love he once knew. This background adds a layer of tragic depth to Luther’s current state, underscoring the loneliness and burden he bears as the “Boss” in this deadly game.
As the final quest looms, the stakes become heartbreakingly clear: survival hinges on understanding Luther’s true desire, a wish that must resonate with his pain and longing for peace. The failed wishes of the others emphasize the futility of selfish hopes, setting the stage for a poignant resolution that will test the protagonist’s insight and compassion. The chapter’s emotional arc balances despair with a fragile hope, inviting reflection on the cost of power and the yearning for redemption.
What to Expect in Next Chapter?
The next chapter promises to delve deeper into the haunting past of Luther, revealing more about the shadows that have shaped him into the enigmatic figure before us. As the protagonist stands alone, faced with the ultimate choice, the tension is palpable. What wish will be made when the stakes are nothing less than survival itself? The emotional weight of this moment is immense, and the reader is left wondering how much sacrifice and insight will be required to uncover the true nature of Luther’s torment.
Meanwhile, the eerie atmosphere thickens, hinting that the answers to Luther’s mystery might not bring peace but instead stir up even darker conflicts. The relationships between the remaining players, the system’s cruel rules, and the mysterious powers at play will all come to a head. Expect a chapter filled with suspense, difficult decisions, and revelations that challenge the boundaries between mercy, vengeance, and hope.
Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.
