After Master Alden's class, Kai makes his way to the Divyakar Department for the session with Master Alice.
Greetings from Haru, Riku, and Miyuki, his fellow students in the department, create a sense of camaraderie.
"Yo, Kai!" Haru's boisterous voice rings out, followed by polite greetings from Riku and a barely audible, "Hey, Kai," from Miyuki.
Kai reciprocates with a casual, "Hello, guys."
Curious about Master Alice's whereabouts, Kai asks, "Is Master Alice not here yet?"
Haru, with his usual casualness, replies, "Yeah, she's late, as usual."
"I thought so," Kai muses, keeping the conversation easygoing.
"So, what are you guys talking about?" he inquires, seamlessly shifting the topic.
Riku shares that they are discussing their paths within the Divyakar Department.
Haru enthusiastically announces, "I'm aiming for Artisan's Forge. I dream of forging a powerful armor by myself."
"Good luck with that," Kai encourages. Riku then reveals, "I'm going for Essence Refinery." Kai nods, recalling Riku's fascination with refined ores.
Turning his attention to Miyuki, he notices her shy demeanor.
She hides behind Riku, prompting Kai to tease her playfully. "I'm sorry," she replies softly, remaining timid.
Kai reassures her, "I'm not angry. No need to be so shy." Changing the subject, he remarks, "But you seem comfortable around Riku, huh?"
Riku explains their long-standing friendship, and Kai teases them with a grin.
Haru intervenes, urging Kai to spare them, and laughter fills the air.
The conversation smoothly shifts to their chosen paths.
Miyuki, still hiding, shyly admits, "I'm going for Weaver's Haven." Kai compliments her choice, noting its alignment with her gentle nature.
Closing the topic, Kai shares his aspiration for Pyroforging. "I'd love to create magnificent swords and weapons," he explains.
His friends recall his focused expression during their training.
As they discuss Master Alice's tardiness, Haru suggests seeking a teacher's help. However, Master Alice's sudden appearance dismisses the need.
She admits to hiding, captivated by their conversation.
Master Alice expresses her surprise at their quick decisions regarding their future paths.
She lays out the plan for the upcoming days, where they will study under specialized teachers.
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Now, Back in the Combat Department, Kai catches up with his friends.
They exchange progress updates and excitement for their chosen paths, concluding the day with a sense of accomplishment and anticipation for the challenges ahead.