Scene (Serious Atmosphere): Outside the Cave
Raiko: It's better to do this outside, so you can feel the fresh atmosphere of nature.
Kyuen: Yes, Master. And thank you…I can't believe it—I feel like I'm finally a martial artist now. Hehe.
Raiko: Don't get cocky, kid. You've only done basic training! But still… I can see your body has changed greatly, huh?
Kyuen: Hehehe…
Raiko: Now, channel your energy into this box. The more you pour in, the faster it will break.
Kyuen: Okay… I'll start slowly…
The box begins to crack. The energy sealed inside starts to leak out…
Raiko: Good, kid… now pour in more!
Kyuen: Yes, Master!!
The upper part of the box cracks in half. A glittering energy bursts forth…
Raiko: Now, kid… I will begin the passing.
Kyuen: …!!
The glittering energy slowly touches Kyuen's head. After a few seconds, it starts to disappear…
Kyuen sits still with his eyes closed. At first, everything seems fine—but suddenly, something unexpected happens.
Raiko: Hey—?!
Kyuen: Arghhh!!
Kyuen begins to see the memories—wars, countless battles, endless killings, mixed with overwhelming negative emotions.
Memories of an ancient past, far heavier than anything in the current era.
Raiko (thinking): Kid…?! Blood is flowing from his eyes?!
Raiko (thinking):This is unexpected…We should have used healing arts first before doing this…Kid…!
Narration:
Blood flows from Kyuen's eyes, nose, mouth, and ears. Some veins in his body begin to burst. It's like the energy passed to him has not fully harmonized with his own energy.For some reason, his body also rejects the passing energy.
Raiko: Kid…!
After a few minutes, Kyuen collapses onto the ground. His body is covered in blood.
Raiko: Everything will be useless. What I did hundreds of years ago will be meaningless…
Raiko:…Hmm… what is this?
But then… a miracle occurs.
His body begins to heal itself.
Raiko: What…? He's healing?..
Raiko (thinking):
The training… maybe it's involved in this. His body is adapting to an extreme situation like this…
Raiko: Hmm… I don't fully understand it, but this is good. Keep fighting, kid…
Scene Change – 1 Month and Days Earlier:
Territory of the Nagawo Clan At a huge waterfall bathing area for visitors and people who want to relax.
Martial Artist Guard 1 (roving the area):
Did you know our clan is the strongest candidate to become a new member of the Highest Clans?
Martial Artist Guard 2 (woman):
Yes, it's noticeable that some High Clans partnering with us keep visiting unexpectedly.
Visitor from another clan:
Hey, seniors, we noticed the decorations and many wild animals arriving. It feels like there will be a festival or celebration here in the city.
Visitor 2:
Congratulations in advance. We already heard that your clan will be the newest Highest Clan member.
Martial Artist Guard:
Thank you, sirs! But it's all thanks to the great achievements of those in higher positions.
Besides, it's saddening what happened to the Luminus. They inspired us in the past.
Martial Artist Woman:
That's right. Our clan was once only an average clan until we reached a high position.
Scene Change – Training Ground (Another Location):
Two proud figures—the brother of the current clan head and his personal trainer.
The trainer is avoiding a fast teenage boy (14 y.o.).
Senior Disciple / Trainer: Young Master, you've improved a lot now!
Rav Navra Nagawo: Hahaha! Thank you, senior.You'd better avoid this next!
Mid-air attack—
Rav Navra Nagawo: Dark Fist Art: Black Assault!!
A striking combination of punches with dark-type energy released,
hitting and destroying the ground. The trainer avoids it all.
Two Nagawo Elders watch.
Elder 1: Like the Clan Head, he's also a monster…
Elder 2:
Hmm… in the next few years, the Clan Head's goals will expand even further.
With his brother's skills, we will rise to the top of the Highest Clans! Hahaha!
Elder 1: What a laugh—an old man so greedy.
Elder 2: You're always like that…
Senior Disciple / Trainer:
Like the clan head, your growth is also at monster level…
The trainer moves in an instant and strikes with a kick—Navra avoids it quickly.
Navra: Hahaha! When I'm his age, I'll surpass him for sure.
Senior Disciple / Trainer: Until then, I'll be your guide, Young Master.
Navra:
Hahaha! Let's stop here. Thank you, senior. What do you want?
Order anything you like now. Hey! Miss, we want to eat!
Scene Change – Outside the Cave:
Kyuen's body continues to heal slowly on its own…
Raiko (thinking): My guess is the training has helped with this.
Narration (Ending):
Another character from a villain territory appears…
Will it be an enemy in the future, or a comrade to Kyuen?
While Kyuen's body is pushed beyond its limits,
the routine of his training unexpectedly allows him to surpass those limits.
The repeated healing while taking damage has helped him in this extreme situation.
His body has adapted—his body now understands how to respond.
A dramatic situation awaits in the next episode…