Celestial Nexus
The Awakening.
Kaito Yamada
(examining the scroll)
Kaito Yamada
What is this?
Kaito Yamada
It looks ancient...
Kaito Yamada
But why does it feel so familiar?
Mira Sakamoto
(appearing from the shadows)
Mira Sakamoto
That scroll should have never been found, Kaito.
Mira Sakamoto
You’re meddling with forces you don’t understand.
Kaito Yamada
What are you doing here?
Kaito Yamada
And what do you mean ‘forces’?
Mira Sakamoto
There’s no time to explain.
Mira Sakamoto
You’ve activated something...
Mira Sakamoto
Something that could change everything.
Rin
So, you’re the so-called ‘Chosen One’?
Rin
You don’t look like much.
Rin
Hand over the scroll, and maybe I won’t burn you to a crisp.
Kaito Yamada
I don’t know what you’re talking about, but you’re not getting this scroll!
Mira Sakamoto
(stepping in front of Kaito)
Mira Sakamoto
You’ll have to get through me first, Rin.
Takumi
Mira, always playing the guardian.
Takumi
But can you protect him from his destiny?
Mira Sakamoto
[with determination]
Mira Sakamoto
I’ll protect him from everything,..
Mira Sakamoto
..even from himself if I have to.
Echoes from the past
Kaito Yamada
I'm never going to get this right...
Kaito Yamada
How am I supposed to be the Chosen One if I can’t even control my powers?
Sora
Stop doubting yourself. Doubt is the enemy.
Sora
Focus your mind, feel the energy within you.
Yumi
(gently placing a hand on Kaito’s shoulder)
Yumi
It’s okay to struggle.
Yumi
Everyone does at first.
Yumi
Your heart needs time to adjust to this new reality.
Kaito Yamada
It’s not just the powers…
Kaito Yamada
It’s the responsibility.
Kaito Yamada
I can’t handle this.
Mira Sakamoto
Kaito, you must understand why you were chosen.
Mira Sakamoto
The Celestial Nexus is not just a legend.
Kaito Yamada
What do you mean?
Mira Sakamoto
Long ago, the Nexus was protected by a great hero.
Mira Sakamoto
This hero united scattered warriors to safeguard the balance between light and darkness.
Mira Sakamoto
But betrayal fractured their unity.
Kaito Yamada
And how does this relate to me?
Mira Sakamoto
The hero’s legacy lies in you.
Mira Sakamoto
The Celestial Nexus has chosen you to restore what was lost.
Mira Sakamoto
You need to understand the past to embrace your destiny.
Mira Sakamoto
Listen carefully.
Mira Sakamoto
The hero’s allies were the keepers of elemental powers—each with their own role.
Mira Sakamoto
They were betrayed by one of their own, and the Nexus fell into chaos.
Mira Sakamoto
Now, it seeks a new protector.
Kaito Yamada
Then I need to find these allies and learn from them.
Mira Sakamoto
Yes, but be cautious.
Mira Sakamoto
Their paths are not always clear.
The Warrior's Paths
This chapter tells the story of how Kaito met Mira Sakamoto, Yumi, and Sora.
Kaito Yamada
(remembering)
Kaito Yamada
I first met Mira when my town was attacked.
Kaito Yamada
She saved me from Celestian forces.
Mira Sakamoto
(approaching Kaito)
Mira Sakamoto
You were not ready then.
Mira Sakamoto
But you’re learning.
Mira Sakamoto
We need to find the others.
Kaito Yamada
(at a temple)
Yumi
I sensed your arrival.
Yumi
I’m here to help you harness your powers.
Kaito Yamada
How did you know about me?
Yumi
The Nexus has many eyes.
Yumi
Your heart needs time to align with your abilities.
Kaito Yamada
(struggling with his powers)
Kaito Yamada
I don’t know if I can control this.
Sora
Focus your mind. You must find clarity.
Sora
I’ve been searching for you.
Sora
The Nexus has a purpose for us all.
Kaito Yamada
And what’s your role?
Sora
To guide you and help you find your strength.
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