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Lauren introduces the game "The One Who Pulls Out the Sword Will Be Crowned King" with extreme trepidation, noting it's from the developers of the infamous "Pineapple on Pizza." She expresses her trauma from the previous game and reads alarming user reviews, mentally preparing herself for a challenging experience.
Lauren begins her attempt to pull the sword, quickly realizing the immense difficulty as it barely moves. She discovers she needs to keep a white dot centered and slowly drag her arm upwards, a process that strains her physically despite the peaceful background music.
Despite growing arm pain and intense cramping in her fingers, Lauren perseveres. The music intensifies, adding to her anxiety as she reaches a critical point where she feels a lot of progress has been made.
The music becomes overwhelmingly loud and epic, making Lauren very nervous. Her hand sweats as she nears the end, feeling an immense sense of accomplishment over what feels like the greatest achievement of her life.
Lauren finally pulls out the sword, declaring herself King. She celebrates, greeting her new 'people' and prepares for the responsibilities of her new role. However, the game takes an unexpected turn as she encounters a former king, a swift execution, and a forced marriage to an unknown character, witnessing a murder and experiencing a non-consensual kiss.
Lauren reflects on the day's events, labeling it as both the greatest and most traumatic experience of her life, concluding her unexpected journey as King with a sense of bewilderment and shock.