God Simulator: The Goddesses In The Simulation Are All Real

Chapter 125: Ten Years Have Passed

Lucy and Ted exchanged glances, both nodding in quiet agreement. The weight of Linsley's words settled over them, but rather than fear, there was a growing sense of purpose.

Linsley continued, "It won't just be about our Gifts. We're going to need more than raw power. I'll teach you everything—how to think, how to adapt, and how to stay ahead of the people chasing us. We'll make sure that when we leave this place, we're ready for whatever this world throws at us."

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Lucy, ever the quick learner, leaned forward. "How long do you think it will take? For us to be... ready?"

Linsley paused, considering her question carefully. "That depends on how fast we learn. But it's not just about training or gaining strength—it's about knowledge. We can't be reckless. We'll move when we're fully prepared, not a moment sooner."

Ted, still looking down at his hands, whispered, "What if I can't control it? My Gift... Destruction... what if it gets worse?"

Linsley crouched down beside Ted, placing a hand on his shoulder. "You will, Ted. We're going to take this step by step. You're not alone in this, and I won't let you lose control."

The reassurance in Linsley's voice seemed to ease the tension in Ted's face, and Lucy smiled softly at the boy. She had grown protective of him during their escape and knew that, like her, Ted would rise to the challenge in time.

The sun began to dip below the treetops, casting long shadows over the forest.

Linsley stood up, glancing at the house he had created. "Let's get inside and settle for the night. We'll start fresh tomorrow."

As they made their way into the house, Lucy marveled at the structure once more.

It was unlike anything she had seen—a modern, sleek design surrounded by untouched wilderness. It was a place where they could truly focus on their next steps, hidden from the world and its dangers.

The house was equipped with everything they needed: spacious rooms, a training area, and even a small library that Linsley had stocked with books on various subjects. He knew they needed to catch up on more than just their gifts—they needed knowledge to survive.

Before long, Linsley began outlining their schedule. They would train in the mornings, focusing on their Gifts, and in the afternoons, he would teach them about the world—science, history, math, and more.

Though just children by appearance, Linsley was confident they would absorb the information quickly.

After all, Lucy had awakened the Fallen Angel: Lucifer, an SSS-rank Gift with immense potential, and Ted possessed the Destruction Gift, an SS-rank Gift that could reshape entire landscapes.

But beyond that, Linsley knew his experience as an Upper True God gave him the insight and wisdom necessary to be the best possible teacher for them. These children had been through the unimaginable already, and he wouldn't let them face the challenges of this world unprepared.

As they gathered in the living room, Linsley leaned back in his chair. "Starting tomorrow, we'll be on a strict schedule. Morning training, then lessons. We'll master your Gifts, but you'll also need to learn how this world works. We'll study its history, power structures, the types of Diviners that exist. Everything."

Ted yawned, clearly exhausted after the long journey, but he gave Linsley a determined nod. "Okay."

Lucy smiled at Linsley, gratitude shining in her eyes. "Thank you," she said softly, her voice filled with sincerity. "For everything."

Linsley nodded, standing up and stretching. "Get some rest, both of you. Tomorrow, we start for real."

As the night wore on, the house grew quiet, and for the first time in a long while, they could finally sleep without the fear of being hunted.

The forest outside was still, and the stars above twinkled in the dark sky.

Linsley stayed up a little longer, his mind racing with plans. They had made it this far, but there was a long road ahead.

Still, with Lucy and Ted by his side, and his abilities as their guide, Linsley knew they had a real chance at not just surviving but thriving in this new world.

As the night approached, Linsley gazed at the sleeping forms of Lucy and Ted, his heart heavy with determination.

He clenched his fists and made one final vow to himself: 'I'll protect you both. You won't suffer again. I'll make sure we're ready for whatever comes next.'

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Ten years had passed since that night when Linsley made his vow, and the small group had transformed in ways that went beyond the physical.

Linsley had taken his role seriously, not just as their protector but as their teacher, guide, and elder brother.

Over the years, he became the pillar that Lucy and Ted could rely on, leading them through the intricacies of both their Gifts and the world they found themselves in.

From the moment they settled in their hidden home, Linsley had set to work.

He drilled them in the common sense of the Diviner World, teaching them the social structures, power dynamics, and everything they needed to know to survive in a society built on power. He knew that blending in would be crucial when the time came, and he made sure they were prepared.

But his teaching wasn't just academic or focused on their powers. He ensured that Lucy and Ted grew as people.

He taught them history, math, science, and literature—everything he remembered from his life as an Upper True God and his knowledge and wisdom as a god. Even though he was in a child's body himself, his wisdom spanned a few worlds, and he passed that on to them.

Over the years, Linsley's bond with Lucy and Ted deepened. He came to see them as family, not just companions in survival.

Lucy was the middle child, the one who had a sharp mind and a heart full of fierce loyalty, and she acted as Ted's older sister figure.

On the other hand, Ted, the youngest, was still prone to bouts of self-doubt, haunted by his destructive Gift. But he had grown stronger under Linsley's guidance, both physically and mentally.