Wakasa, eighteen, pedaled through dimly lit streets, eyes sharp—searching for Tenjiku's base. He was ready to join the clan.
Wakasa : This place is so humid… where is the base?
In the distance, Tenjiku's base emerged into view—clear, imposing, and calling to him.
Wakasa : Guess I have reached the location…
Another Tenjiku's clan member who was outside the base saw that man coming straight towards the base.
Zetta : I can sense someone is coming…
At that moment, someone appeared from behind.
Shikigo : And who is that?
Wakasa arrived at the base, his gaze scanning the shadows—searching for someone specific.
Wakasa : The name's Wakasa, and I am looking for Tenjiku's leader.
Shikigo : He's right in front of you.
[Wakasa started to laugh at Shikigo for his appearance]
Shikigo : And what is with you?? Why are you laughing at me?
Wakasa : You're the leader of Tenjiku?
Ok I believe in you that you're the leader. I heard about you guys from Main Assassins Headquarters.
I was spying there.
Shikigo : How do you even manage to get into the headquarters?
Wakasa : It's easy for someone like me.
Now let's get into the main topic. I want to join the clan.
From Shikigo's perspective, he looked like a spy who can get into any corner or spot without him getting noticed, according to what he heard.
Shikigo : So, what can you do for us?
Wakasa : Anything you assign to me.
[Zetta then leaned in, he was whispering against Shikigo's ear like he was meant to tell it alone to him]
Zetta : Master, we're missing healing flowers. Since this guy is a good spy, he can steal healing flowers for us.
Shikigo : Good idea you got there…
[After hearing Zetta's whisper, Shikigo turned to Wakasa]
Shikigo : I have a task for you if you want to join this clan.
Wakasa : Then go ahead and tell it.
[Shikigo stepped forward, voice low and firm, he explains the task to Wakasa]
Wakasa : Ai Ai, Captain. I gotcha.
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Night draped the land in silence.
Beneath a tree's shadow, Griffin sat alone, hidden—tending to his secret business.
He drifted within the dimension where Drako dwelled inside him, channeling his awakened ability—Mindfall.
Griffin : This day was literally hilarious.
Drako : Are you tired with these little exercises, how pathetic of you…
Griffin : You're right… but not for long.
He enhanced his ability in a manner now that he can now perform actions and activities by commanding his body as well as talk with Drako in his mind.
He was taking shelter near a river beside a rock on his back, gathering wood to start a fire.
Griffin : Black Flames
Black coloured flames flickered from his winger, which made the wood burn, hence starting a fire to receive warmness from it.
Drako : Hey, are you not feeling hungry after going through all this shits that happened to you today?
Griffin : To be honest, I am…
[Griffin crouched by the river, eyes locked on the water. With enhanced reflexes, his hand shot in—one clean strike, a fish in his grip. One after another, he caught them with ease. Dinner was settled]
Drako : I see…
So you're gonna cook this creature and eat it as your dinner?
[Drako was disgusted with what Griffin was going to eat]
Drako : How awful…
Griffin : Then what exactly do you eat for your dinner?
[Drako was laughing at that moment, expecting Griffin to be astonished after what he is supposed to tell]
Drako : I don't eat cuz I am a God.
But I used to consume some energy from stars for my energy.
[As expected, Griffin was astonished]
Griffin : You're kidding me… you mean you eat stars!?
Drako : Let's say you can say that.
Drako's eyes locked, staring into Griffin.
Drako : By the way, you earlier said you have your own goals and missions? Can I know what those goals and missions you're onto?
Griffin : It can make you mad if I say it. You'll get angry.
Drako : Just spill it out.
[Griffin's eyes locked in towards Drako with a cold expression]
Griffin : I want to kill your father.
[Drako laughed immediately with what he heard from Griffin]
Drako : Pffttt…
You're kidding me right? With this power level, you think you can kill that bastard? You're a foot, even I can't kill him. You don't even know his location, and even if you did, you can't even reach there.
Griffin : You'll help me.
Drako : Let's say this, even if you made it to his place, how come you can defeat him?
Griffin : I'll become stronger and stronger. I'll become powerful enough to achieve 100% of your powers. And for that, you're going to help me. You're gonna tell me every possible way on how I can grow strong.
Drako listened in silence, intrigued by Griffin's words. A rare grin touched his face—eyes burning with unwavering resolve.
Drako : Guess you got yourself a deal. We both are in the same body and we have the same goals.
[Griffin was shocked after he heard that from Drako, having same goals]
Griffin : You also want to kill your father?
But why is that?
[Drako explains with seriousness in his face]
Drako : That bastard just uses me as a weapon and when he got to know that I was the one who would destroy him if I go against him, he immediately sealed me.
Griffin : Why?
Drako : That's a long story. I will tell you that at the right time. For now, your goal should be getting stronger.
Griffin : And how to do that?
Drako : You have to extract all those important powers of my two brothers, four legendary shikigamis, four major elemental magic and "The heart of the demon king" and most importantly, revive my full power.
[Curiosity flickered in Griffin's eyes as his thoughts drifted to the four legendary Shikigamis. Their power... their origin—he wanted to know more]
Griffin : What are those four legendary shikigamis you're talking about?
Drako : I have no clue either about those shikigamis. You have to find that information by yourself, and for elemental magic, I know two of them.
One being Dark and another being Light. The rest of the two, you have to find it yourself.
What Drako revealed about the ingredients sounded daunting—but Griffin didn't flinch. As long as those future targets led to the strength he sought, he was all in.
Griffin : As long as those things can make me stronger, I will achieve those targets.
Drako : Be a man of your words…
Griffin's resolute gaze said it all—he had no intention of giving up. Drako saw it, and he approved.
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That spy who received a task from Shikigo from Tenjiku's clan finally arrived at the targeted location during night time, The Assassin's Headquarters.
Wakasa : Finally, I am here now… gotta find a way to infiltrate.
As a spy, Wakasa moved with purpose, eyes scanning every corner. Using his sticky hand ability, he scaled the building with ease. Moments later, he reached the rooftop—silent, unseen, ready.
On the rooftop, a narrow chimney stood connected to the structure below—an ideal vantage point for Wakasa.
[Wakasa muttered to himself]
Wakasa : Found my way…
[Wakasa slipped into the chimney, descending quietly. He landed in the kitchen, eyes sharp. With swift hands, he realigned the chimney's cover—leaving no trace of his entry into the Assassins' Headquarters]
The kitchen door was slightly open, offering a silent view of the corridor beyond. Wakasa stayed low, his entry seamless—no sound, no trace.
At that moment, Kaito and Sae were deep in conversation, their footsteps echoing softly.
Unaware, they moved down the very corridor Wakasa now watched from the shadows.
Wakasa : Oh shit… here we go again.
Kaito : Hey Sae. I never asked this but can I know what's your goal?
Sae : It's none of your business.
[Kaito was disappointed with the rudeness of She's attitude]
Kaito : How rude you are… I still want to know what your goal is.
Sae : I don't have any stupid goals like you. When I'll become an Assassin leader, I have specific goals to work on which even my own sister doesn't know.
Kaito : Wait… you have a sister? You never told me that!
Sae : It's none of your business, dumbass.
[Kaito became curious about knowing that Sae has a sister. He has so many questions to ask Sae now…]
Kaito : How does she look, how does she communicate? What kind of magic does she use? What kind of cursed tool or shikigami she uses? Is she strong?
Tell me!
Sae : What kind of pervert would ask me those questions!
He's receiving a punch from me now!
With a playful smirk, Sae landed a firm, harmless punch on Kaito's back.
He stumbled slightly, grinning as they continued down the hall.
~"AAWWW"
Suddenly, in the stillness of night, a sharp explosion echoed near the kitchen of the Assassins' Headquarters—shattering the silence in an instant.
Kaito and Sae froze at the sound, instincts kicking in.
Without a word, they rushed toward the scene—ready for anything.
Kaito : WHAT WAS THAT?
Sae : I don't know, let's go and see.
Without hesitation, they sprinted toward the blast site, footsteps pounding against the corridor floor.
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