Chapter 1: The Introduction
The morning had just begun, and the sun gently touched the edges of the Ezelan Forest, where the trees breathed in the daylight after a long night.
Kang woke up from his modest hut, located near the forest's edge— a place that had witnessed both the best and hardest moments of his life with his late mother.
She had passed away years ago from a fatal disease that had no cure.
Kang (yawning):
"Come on, I need to get up! I have a lot to do today... This is the day I become a fighter!"
After a few minutes, he decided to head to his father's palace, Yama, one of the five rulers and the ruler of the Fire Province.
He knew his father knew powerful fighters, and maybe he'd recommend one of them to train him.
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Meeting the Old Man
On his way, Kang passed by a nearby market, where he encountered an old man he knew well from his frequent visits.
Old Man (eagerly):
"Hello, Kang, how are you?"
Kang:
"I'm good, thank you for asking."
Old Man:
"Where are you heading today?"
Kang:
"To my father's palace. I have something important to discuss with him."
Old Man (smiling):
"Ah, I see... I wish you good luck in your life, my boy."
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Arrival at the Palace
About half an hour later, Kang arrived at the palace gates.
One of the guards recognized him immediately and hurried to inform his father, Yama, of his arrival.
The guard led Kang to the throne room, where his father sat by a large hearth with small flames rising from it.
Yama (rising with a smile):
"My son!"
Kang (smiling shyly):
"Hello, Father. It's been a while... The last time I saw you was two months ago."
Yama:
"I'm glad to see you, son... What brings you here? What do you need?"
Kang (with confidence):
"I've decided to become a fighter, and I need a master to train me."
Yama (seriously):
"Really? Well... the path you've chosen is not easy, Kang.
In this world, the strong are the ones who survive, while the weak... are crushed.
You must train hard, never slack off, and never back down, even for a moment."
(He paused for a moment and then placed his hand on Kang's shoulder)
"I'll send a trusted master to you."
Kang (turning to leave):
"Thank you, Father... I'll make you proud!"
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Camping in the Forest
Kang returned home, packed his things, and headed deep into the forest.
He had always loved running through the trees, but this time, it was different...
He had decided to camp there for the night to start his first true test of courage.
As night fell, he set up his tent and prepared to sleep, but suddenly...
A strange sound broke the silence of the forest.
He cautiously stepped outside and was surprised to see a strange man standing in front of him, holding a small knife and laughing madly.
Criminal:
"Hahaha! Another prey to kill with my hands!"
Kang (terrified):
"Who... who are you?!"
But before the criminal could get closer, he suddenly disappeared!
A new figure appeared, radiating an enormous fiery aura, and he eliminated the criminal in an instant.
???:
"Hello, Kang."
Kang (shocked):
"Who are you? How do you know me?"
???:
"My name is Falcon... your new master.
I was on my way to your house, but I felt a strong killing aura and came here immediately."
Before he could continue speaking, both felt a terrifying dark energy, as if the air itself had become heavy.
A new figure emerged from the shadows... his face was familiar to Falcon, but he was surrounded by an evil aura.
Edo.
Falcon (angrily):
"Edo! What are you doing here?!"
Edo (with a mocking smile):
"I was just taking a walk... and I found you. Amazing! So this kid is Yama's weak son...
And you, my big brother, the fool!"
Kang (angrily):
"Don't mock my father! If he were here, he'd crush you!"
Edo (laughing):
"Sharp tongue as well? Nice!"
He extended his hand slightly, as if about to attack, but then quickly stopped.
Edo (with confidence):
"Falcon... Do you think you can stop me?
I'm stronger than all the five rulers combined. If I wanted to, I could destroy this province tonight.
But don't worry... I'm not in a hurry."
Then he looked at Kang with eyes that burned with darkness.
Edo:
"Tell your father... that I've returned.
And that I... will kill them all."
And then he disappeared as if he was never there.
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Where Will the Story Take Us?
What is Edo's story?
Why does Falcon fear him so much?
Is he really stronger than all the five rulers combined?
What is the secret behind Falcon's illness?
And how will Kang begin his training after this stormy night?
We will find out... later.