-THAT NIGHT-
Kaito came out of his room as he knocked on his sister's door . Akari's voice was heard from inside .
"Who is it ?"
"It's me , Sister"
Akari came and opened the door . She was in her house dress but she was surprised to see Kaito .
"Kai ? What do you want ?"
"Some help"
"Oh , my little brother is asking for help ?"
"Sister , please"
"Alright , Come in"
"No . It's urgent . So please come inside my room"
"Okay"
Akari went inside as she wore some decent clothes and followed Kaito inside his room . Akari came and sat on the bed as Kaito sat on the floor . Akari was confused .
"So , what exactly is you want ?"
"I am gonna ascend to S-Rank , right now"
This wasn't an answer Akari expected to hear as she jumped up from her bed . Kaito just looked towards her .
"You…..You already reached the threshold of S-Rank ?"
"Yes"
"What's your magic power ?"
"Somewhere around 90000"
"That much and you are only a Peak A-Rank ?"
"Sister will you help me ?"
"What help do you need ?"
"During the time , I train here . I will become vulnerable . So please protect me"
"That isn't that much big a deal"
"Thank you"
Kaito closed his eyes as he entered into meditative state .
[Ding]
[Entering 'Skill Library']
Kaito saw a huge library . There were atleast 1 million books and all of them are skills and techniques . Kaito received a notification .
[Ding]
[You have entered 'Skill Library' for the first time]
['Skill Library' is an exclusive library]
[No one can enter here except you]
[The number of skills here equals to 1,258,563]
[The lowest rank skills is B-Rank and the highest is Z-Rank]
[As you have 'GrandMastery of Swords' , you will be able to instantly master the skills available here]
[The skill 'GrandMastery of Swords' has received an upgrade from the 'Skill Library']
[Skill : GrandMastery of Swords (EX) -----> Skill : GrandMastery of Skills (Z)]
[Skill : GrandMastery of Skills (Z)]
[Description : Can use each and every skills in existence]
[Instant Mastery of any skill in existence]
'The Sword part got removed ?'
'Does it mean that I can mastery skills of any weapons I use ?'
'But I don't know how to use other weapons other than swords'
'Hmm…Right I got it'
"How can I select a skill book from the Library ?"
[Ding]
[Skill Books can be selected in 2 methods]
[1. Use the name of book you want]
[2 . Use the description of the type of book you want]
"Give me the book of 'Weapon Mastery' "
[Ding]
[Order confirmed]
Suddenly , a book came from a shelf and landed on Kaito's hand . He read the description of the book
[Ding]
[Skill : Weapon Mastery (EX)]
[Can use any weapon regardless of type]
[Instant Mastery of any weapon]
'This is quite an interesting skill'
Kaito opened the book and placed it infront of him . He focused his mind on the book as a mana flow created between him and the book . After some minutes , he got the notification.
[Congratulations , you have gained a new skill]
[Skill : Weapon Mastery (EX) received]
'Interesting , but now the thing I came here for'
"System , find a book which increases mana absorbing and recovery rate"
[Ding]
[Order Confirmed]
The previous skill book returned back as another book came and landed on Kaito's hand .
[Ding]
[Skill : Aether Surge (EX)]
[Increases the mana absorbing rate by 40%]
[Increases mana recovery rate by 30 %]
[Increases aether absorbing rate by 80%]
'I understand the first two descriptions'
'But what is aether ?'
"System , what is Aether ?"
[Ding]
['Aether' is the particle which created the universe]
['Mana' is a unrefined form of 'Aether']
[Humans can absorb 'Aether' once their mana reaches 5,00,000 MP]
[Absorbing 'Aether' into human body isn't possible normally]
[The body needs to go through an reconstruction method to absorb 'Aether']
'Body reconstruction ?'
'The method which was said to be done only a handful of first awakened humans'
'That can be done even in this era too ?'
'Whatever , let's just learn the skill'
Kaito performed the same method as he did with the other skill book as the skill engraved on his mind and he fully mastered it in mere seconds . Kaito got up .
'Good , now I can use this technique to absorb mana and reach S-Rank'
Kaito came out of the 'Skill Library' as he opened his eyes . He saw that his sister was sleeping soundly on his bed . He didn't want to disturb her so he didn't wake her up . Instead , he closed his eyes again .
[Ding]
['Aether Surge' activated]
Kaito absorbed the mana from his surroundings . Academy city was already a place which was abundant in mana but the mana in the school can't compare to it . The Academy's mana was not only abundant but also purer which helps in faster breakthrough . Kaito used his skill to absorb the mana from the surroundings . He didn't use this mana to raise his own magic power . Rather , he was using it to form another circle around his heart . He did what he wanted to do .
'Focus your mana in a straight path'
'Use this mana to fill your mana pathways'
'Transfer this mana to the circles in your heart'
'Once they are full , use the excess to draw another circle'
'This circle should hold more mana than the others'
'Maintain this flow'
'Focus !'
Kaito's mana circle was formed . His heart was now surrounded by six mana circles which revealed his sixth circle status . Kaito didn't stop . He absorbed more mana to fill this circle . After the circle was filled , he used the excess mana to broaden his magic power . Kaito suddenly felt a sensation as he opened his eyes . He was inside a place which was like a ocean .
Kaito realised what that was . It was an ocean of magic power . This much magic power isn't humanly possible . Kaito realised that this was his own magic power . The maximum magic power was in a sealed state and only a part was open . The opened part would be approx. 1/8 th of the total magic power . Kaito's magic power suddenly increased with a sudden burst as he broke down a barrier within himself .
The outside world was the same . A huge wave of mana surged from the dorms as it covered the whole school grounds and the academy city . A pillar of mana was seen coming from the dorms . Akari also woke up during this time as she saw that the mana was excluding from Kaito .
The whole academy dorm woke up as everyone confused rushed towards the source of the power . It was Kendo who first reached Kaito's room followed by others . They saw that Akari was inside guarding Kaito whereas he was releasing a huge amount of magic power . The headmaster and the professors also came . They too were surprised along with the Class S students who came to Kaito's dorm . The Class S students knew this phenomenon atleast a few knew it . All the students of Class S along with the headmaster and professors knew of this event .
The event when an awakened indivisual reaches 'S-Rank' .
Kaito who was levitating a bit after his breakthrough slowly opened his eyes . The bright crystal blue vision which seemed much brighter than the sun . Kaito slowly stood up as he looked towards his arms himself . He opened his status window .
"Status"
[Ding]
[Name : Kaito Sakura]
[Race : Human]
[Physique : Formless Sword Body (Stage : 2)]
[Level : 100]
[HP : 80000/80000]
[MP : 120000/120000]
[STR : 300]
[AGI : 300]
[DEF : 300]
[INT : 300]
[Current Rank : S-Rank (Initial)]
[Magic Level : 6-Stars]
[Sword Level : Sword Expert (Intermediate)]
Kaito noticed the people before him . He was quite surprised to see so many people in front of him .The headmaster came towards him and placed a hand on his shoulder .
"Kaito , did you reach S-Rank ?"
"Yes , headmaster"
"Good . Congratulations on becoming an S-Rank , Kaito"
"Thank you"
Headmaster left with a smile on his face . Some people came out from the crowds . They were the students of First Year of Class S . The students came in front of Kaito and one of them forwarded his hand towards Kaito . Kaito took his hand as they both shaked theirs together . They both introduced themselves .
"I am Hiragi Watanabe . First Year Class S president"
"Kaito Sakura . First Year Class A"
"You must be the one who fought against Ryou-san"
"That's correct"
"Well its nice to meet you"
"Nice to meet you too"
"I wish I could talk longer but you see we have a mission tomorrow"
"Its okay . We will talk when we see each other again"
"That would be great"
Hiragi went towards the door as he turned back once more before leaving .
"Kaito-kun , looking forward to see you in Class S next year"
"You got it"
Hiragi and some others left . Some girls came towards him and talked a bit before leaving . One girl among them was extremely friendly . It was the Vice President Of Class S , Yui Amano . They all left before Kendo came in and punched on Kaito's chest a little .
"Well , Kaito . You reached S-Rank , huh ?"
"As you can see"
"Now it will be more fun to fight against you"
"You try to reach A-Rank , first"
"I am trying but I can't find a suitable technique to absorb mana"
"Is that it ?"
"What ?"
"Is the only thing blocking you , a mana breathing technique ?"
"Yes , I reached the threshold for about a month with no furthur progress"
"If that's it then leave it to me . Meet me tomorrow at class . I will think of a solution"
"Really ? Thanks bro"
"Yeah Yeah . Now get lost . I have to sleep"
"Alright . See you tomorrow"
Kendo left as he said everyone to return to their dorms . Kaito's room would have broken down if he didn't had a barrier placed on his room . It was a bit cracked but there wasn't any greater damage than that .
Akari sat down on the bed .
"Kai , now tell me your progress"
"I reached S-Rank , Sword Expert (intermediate) and 6-Stars"
"Hah !! As I expected . Becoming an S-Rank doesn't trigger such a big mana release but it happened as you reached 6th Star as well"
"I had no other choice . The vacation is starting in 2 months"
"Vacation , huh ? So this time you truly want to inherit the throne"
"Yes . I know for a fact that leaving the throne to that scumbag will ruin the family"
"I know that too but you are being a bit reckless"
"No sister . I am not . I already made some calculations and decided this way"
"You truly are my brother . You have the same determination as I had"
"Well , its true but I have another thing other than determination"
"And what is it ?"
"Revenge"
"What ?!"
"Yes , after you left the mansion . My life was a living hell . That bastard , Taiki always used to bully me with his position . He was selected to be the next clan head"
"Taiki ?"
"Yes , he is a scum . He is a brat who knows nothing except power"
"What a bastard he is ? You didn't get any support ?"
"I did . He was the only person to support me that time"
"Who was it ?"
"Grandfather"
"I am not surprised . I know what Grandfather felt after Dad died"
"That's why I promised to myself . I promised I will become strong and protect the family honour"
"That was a good decision"
"Thank you now go to sleep . I am going for a walk"
"Don't take long"
"Okay"
Kaito came out of his room as he walked through the corridor . He saw the moon through the hallway window as he stood there . His eyes had a blue glow as mana released from his body . His voice sounded deep and devoid of emotion .
"Taiki Sakura . Enjoy your time while you can"