To present day…
Kuragami, Sasaki and Homura are in one of the Kashikoi's office, Genji. They have reported everything about the mission to one of the D.O offices around Danketsu City. After reading the report, Genji wanted to talk to them personally.
"Kuragami, Sasaki, Homura,"
Genji's voice was enough to make all three of them nervous.
"I've read the reports from all your previous mission and I will say, you guys show some exceptional courage. Your strength and teamwork has been brilliant, especially for your age."
Genji continued.
"From your success at Raffles Circus, although we don't know Raffles whereabouts right now, it doesn't take away how you helped the people of Raffles Circus and the towns and cities around the area."
The trios faces enlightens.
"And helping Yotr Kingdom, it's a bigger achievement than you think. Helping royalty is a very important thing in this world. Also the kingdom apologises for the unexpected turn of events you had to go through."
"It was no biggie. All that matters is that it's handled."
Genji nods his head.
"And we cannot forget about the memory you guys created in the Shorai Skirmish. You guys gained more points than anyone in history in the Shorai Skirmish."
Sasaki steps forward.
"Sorry if I sound rude. But it makes no sense. A Kashikoi won't call us in just to congratulate us for our achievements."
Genji stands forward.
"Smart. Well, you guys have been living up to your reputation so far. There's no doubt that it will come with challenges."
They all exchange glances at each other.
"We got a reputation?"
Genji's voice grew more serious.
"With your names echoing across the Disciple World, you have also gained the attention of those who oppose peace and order. The Rogue Disciples, Starters of Chaos, the twisted opposition of the Kizoku, 'The Yugai'. They will see you as a threat more than any other Shorai's."
Kuragami clenched his fists, determination burned in his eyes.
"We understand. We'll defeat anyone that tries to come for us."
Genji nodded, a glimmer of pride in his eyes.
"The name the Disciple Word has given you three, The Disciple Trinity. However, remember that the path you tread will not be easy. You will face dangers that will test your limits, and sacrifices may be required."
Sasaki stepped forward.
"We are ready. We have trained tirelessly to become stronger. All of the time spent won't be for nothing."
Genji's gaze softened as he looked upon the young warriors before him.
"I have faith in your abilities, Disciple Trinity. But now that you made a name for yourself, your current abilities aren't enough. So for that,"
The doors of the office open. Three people walk in.
Genji's voice filled the room once more. The Trinity looks at the people who walked in.
"You guys will all be put on your own training tests. The tests are different but the objective will be the same."
"Training tests?"
"Kuragami, you will go on a training test with Kiyoshi as the mentor. Sasaki, you will go with Ruri as the mentor. Homura, you will go with Sky as the mentor. These three Kizoku will supervise you for the tests."
Kuragami high fives with Kiyoshi. Ruri puts her arm over Sasaki. He seems a bit bothered. Homura and Sky fist bump.
"This definitely isn't coincidence. I mean Kuragami and Kiyoshi know each other. Homura knows Sky and I,"
Sasaki sighs.
"Know Ruri."
Kuragami squints his eyes looking at Sasaki.
"Hey. How do you know her?"
"Because I'm her…I was her adopted brother."
Kuragami and Homura are shocked.
"WHAT?!"
"REALLY?! WHEN WERE YOU GONNA TELL US THIS?!"
"Never. It's not important."
"Of course it is Sasaki! Why don't you talk about me to your little friends?"
"Shut up."
"So Mr Genji, what's our tests?"
"Your mentors will tell you that themselves. However before you guys leave I need to tell you one thing. If you do complete your tests, you will be promoted to Nakaba.
The three are startled.
"Already?! We can become Nakaba! Let's go now Kiyoshi!"
Kuragami runs out the office.
"That Kuragami. Sorry for him running. I'll go now."
Kiyoshi leaves following Kuragami.
The rest leave too.
As the Disciple Trinity are now dispersed, they now have a new shared objective. And that is, to complete the training test so that they can all become Nakaba together.