Ryo, a diligent university student, had his life abruptly altered by the tragic death of his parents. He promptly withdrew from his second year of university to assume the role of vice-president in the family business. Though inexperienced, he gradually learned the ropes under the guidance of Shige, the former managing director who became president. Ryo's company operated on an unusual philosophy inherited from his father: minimal paperwork, empowering field staff, and a strong emphasis on practical work over reports, a stark contrast to the burdensome external obligations like the Chamber of Commerce's Youth Division. Shige often reminded Ryo of his father's wisdom: "Don't work yourself to exhaustion," a principle rooted in preventing fatigue-induced mistakes rather than encouraging laziness. One evening, exhausted from work, Ryo was struck and killed by a drunk driver, his final thoughts tinged with minor regret and the unfulfilled potential of his upcoming twentieth birthday.
He awoke in a pristine white void, where he met Michael, a calm, handsome individual identifying as an angel. Michael explained that Ryo had died on Earth and was chosen for reincarnation into 'Fai', a world of swords and magic, retaining his memories. Ryo, recognizing the "isekai" trope, accepted the offer, hoping for a "slow life." Michael revealed that 'Fai' was physically similar to Earth but possessed magic, which Earth itself once had. In 'Fai', roughly one-fifth of the population could use magic, and Ryo's innate aptitude was for water magic. Ryo expressed disappointment, wishing for more powerful or versatile attributes like fire or earth, but Michael apologetically explained that magic aptitudes were fixed at birth by "God-like beings" and could not be altered by angels or acquired later. Michael reassured a despondent Ryo, emphasizing the immense practical value of water magic for survival, as water is universally essential, and that Ryo was fortunate to possess any magical ability at all, given that 80% of 'Fai's inhabitants could not use magic. This initial encounter set the stage for Ryo's new life, defining his core magical ability and his overarching goal.
