After walking for a short while, Ethan unexpectedly spotted one of the guards he had encountered at the gate.
"How did you get in here?"
The guard's voice was sharp as his eyes fell on him.
"I brought the stones and entered a little while ago," Ethan replied casually, a faintly amused expression crossing his face.
"I'll need you to come with me to confirm some details," the guard insisted, stretching out his hand toward Ethan.
"Hold on."
The interruption came from behind Ethan. He turned slightly, only to see a girl step gracefully out of the restaurant.
"You…"
Her gaze lingered on Ethan before shifting toward the guard.
"He came in with me," she said calmly. "So don't worry. Continue your patrol."
"Yes, young lady," the guard answered at once, his tone trembling with eagerness. He gave a respectful nod before retreating.
When silence returned, Ethan turned to face the girl.
"So, you've been following me?"
"You could say that," she replied coolly.
"And why exactly are you following me?"
"There are several reasons. The first is simple—you're far stronger than you look. Despite your age, the pressure you give off is undeniable."
"That's a good reason," Ethan admitted, his eyes narrowing. "What's the other?"
"The second is far more important," she said, her gaze dropping to his waist. "That white blade you carry—it caught my attention the moment I saw it."
At her words, Ethan's expression hardened. The sword was no mere weapon—it was bound to his soul. His Zanpakutō.
"So tell me," she asked softly, "how much would you sell it for?"
Ethan's eyes grew cold. "I'm sorry. It's not for sale."
Unconsciously, he released a killing intent that filled the air like a crushing weight.
The girl stiffened, instinct forcing her a step back.
"Alright, alright! If you don't want to sell it, I won't force you. But ease up on the killing intent—it's suffocating."
Ethan exhaled slowly, regaining control. "Forgive me. I was a little angry. But let me make this clear: this isn't just a sword. It's a Zanpakutō. And it's not something I could ever sell—it's part of me. My companion."
"…Fine. I understand." Her tone softened with a hint of apology.
After a pause, she continued, "Then what about joining the Moonlight Academy? First-year students are usually seventeen, but I'm certain they'll accept someone like you."
{Moonlight Academy, huh? That could be interesting… Maybe I'll try it for a while.}
Ethan's thoughts flickered with curiosity.
"Alright," he agreed. "It might be fun. But on one condition—you'll tell me everything you know about this world."
She tilted her head. "Everything about this world? What do you mean?"
"Let's just say… I come from somewhere unknown. I know almost nothing about this place."
"I see…" she said thoughtfully. "Very well. I'll tell you what I can—though don't expect me to share my own secrets, or those of my allies."
"Good enough. So, can you take me to the academy?" Ethan asked, scanning his surroundings.
"Of course. It's close by. But you should rest first."
"I'd rather not. I have nowhere else to go, and no money either."
"Then take these." She held out a handful of faintly glowing purple stones. "You can book a room at an inn with them."
Ethan accepted them with a nod. "Thank you. By the way, what's your name?"
"You can call me Mia," she answered before turning away.
"Well then, see you later, Mia." Ethan attempted an innocent smile, but it came out awkward.
"Anyway…" he muttered, using Komui to slip away toward a nearby inn he had noticed earlier.
He booked a large room, collapsed onto the bed, and with a weary motion opened his status screen.
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[Status Screen]
Name: Ethan
Age: 14
Bloodline: Uchiha {Mangekyō Sharingan: Obito}
Skills: {Shadow Clone, Great Fireball, Perfect Cutting Art}
Storage: {64× Raw Meat}
System Points: 2000p
Energy Integration Books: {1 – Dilution, 2 – Strengthen}
Energy:
Chakra: Lv. 4 (Kagi)
Haki: Lv. 3 (Advanced)
Reiryoku & Zanpakutō: Lv. 4 (Professor)
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"I've really gotten addicted to checking this screen," Ethan muttered with a tired smile.
Moments later, sleep claimed him.
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[ Status Screen:
Name: Ethan
Age: 14
Bloodline: Uchiha, {Mangekyou sharingan : obito}
Skills: {Shadow clone, The Big Fireball, The Art of Perfect Cutting }
Storage: {64x Raw meat}
System Points: 2000p
Energy Integration Books: {1 - Dilution – 2 - strengthen}
Energy : Chakra : lvl 4 (Kagi)
Haki : lvl 3 (Advanced)
Ryatsu, Zanpakto : lvl 4 (Professor)
]
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