That day, I stayed inside my room(Prison cell) alone, resting my tired muscles, while thinking about what happened that day, how I almost died several times.
I didn't think I could get through this ordeal alive, but I did somehow.
I also thought about the fact that my father is a some powerful mage, and my mother used to work in the royal palace.
It's been years since I last saw my parents. I haven't seen them since I was 4 years old. I wonder what they look like now...
But Ayase, I need to make sure she is alive and safe. If I don't save her, I might regret it forever.
She was a very good friend of mine, we spent most of our days together during my childhood, I find her important piece to me.
Ayase, please, stay strong, and please wait for me! I promise you, I'll come to save you someday! I promise!
I closed my eyes and fell asleep.
***
It had been over years since being stuck in this place as a slave, I trained my body and soul forces, and I learned some new abilities and spells, my blue-lighting and wind magic it was two element I possessed. I went to countless arena battles, and I've fought many opponents in every possible way. Of the many fighter was only a few that was strongest enough to put me on my knee.
There were a lot more people here that were stronger than me, and I knew that. They were either mages, warriors, magicians, or even magical knights. There was no shortage of those here, but not everyone could beat me in any type of combat.
I kept training hard and learning more about myself in my prison cell, trying to improve myself in all possible ways. My father always told me that the only thing I needed to do to survive was to train myself, I had to learn everything about my power.
I'm a mage, but I am able to use only two elements thanks to Seth the spiritual energy source, which gives me a fusion, this fusion was called Artes, it interesting ability where I could merge my elements into something else.
The Artes are usually combined with wind and lighting, creating a single spell, such as a lightning storm, thunderstorm, and so on.
I did awaken the fusion before, when fought with Finnian and Draco, it was really difficult to control the fusion, on my right-hand side there was a small tattoo mark that represented the fusion, controlling it mentally.
As a result, I can combine my elemental Artes into one big spell, combining the two into a single spell. This Wind and lighting combine into one, creating a single spell, but I still have to learn how to use it properly.
A sudden crackling noise echoed through the air, the unmistakable sound of approaching footsteps. With a sense of recognition, I knew precisely whose footsteps were drawing nearer to the place where I was stationed.
"Hiro, you still awaken."
I slowly opened my eyes and found Yuna standing outside my cell, leaning against the wall beside the door, staring at me intently with a concerned look on her face.
"Yuna, how long has it been?" I asked softly.
"It has been a while, yes," she stated, nodding.
"What brings you here?" I asked as I stretched my arms.
Her demeanour changed as soon as I spoke those words, and I noticed her face becoming more serious as I stared at her. "Hiro, I need to inform you about an important matter," Yuna says.
"Go on then," I answered as I turn back facing the wall, sitting cross-legged on the floor.
"Please stop fighting for my father," She pleads, "it's only making you suffer even more. Please, I beg you, find some other way to escape this place, instead."
Her words sounded honest and heartfelt, but there was no need for her to worry. I knew what I had to do next.
"Don't worry about me, Yuna. This is something that I have to do, it is part of my path in life," I explained calmly, although inside I felt torn apart by guilt, "I am going to fight your father tonight battle."
"You mean...?" Her voice became softer as she asked me.
"Yes, I will win the fight and make him pay for what he has done for all these years," I stated without hesitation, knowing full well what it meant.
She fell silent for a few seconds before finally nodding, "Very well. But don't encounter these two dangerous individuals Vald and Tas, they are more powerful than anyone else in this city, so please be careful out there." She pleads.
I stared at her, and said nothing, as though I were deep in thought. A moment later, Yuna turned around and left.
A battle with her father was not what I wanted to do, but if it was the only way I could save Ayase from his clutches, then so be it.
Even if had to be faced with him, or those dangerous mages known as Vald and Tas, I would face them head-on. They would not escape my wrath.
So many times I have fought against opponents stronger than me, yet each time I have emerged victorious. The thought of what my opponent's next move may be was often terrifying, but I never gave in. I always continued to push forward until I stood atop the mountain peak. It was a skill I developed over years of training here.
This ability, I might use this wisely against my opponent. For now, however, there is something I must do first.
"Alright, kid," one of the guards declared as he entered the room, "your next battle is about to commence." His tone carried a weight of seriousness. "Your opponent will be formidable, but there are a few words the headmaster entrusted me to convey to you. He said, 'If you fail to win the battle or overcome your opponent, I will not only punish you but also harm Ayase.' The same fate awaits you if you dare to refuse to fight."
I met the guard's gaze with unwavering resolve, my eyes betraying no hint of fear. "Understood. I'm prepared," I affirmed.
The guard acknowledged my response with a curt nod and departed, his demeanour suggesting that my presence was a burden he was relieved to be free of.
With determination coursing through my veins, I vowed, "We'll emerge victorious in this battle, Ayase. I promise."
Yet, beneath the surface, a creeping nervousness began to take hold. Thoughts of Ayase weighed heavily on my mind, and I couldn't help but wonder how she fared in this perilous environment.
As the moments ticked away, a sense of trepidation enveloped me. I was acutely aware of the strength of my opponent, but I reminded myself that I too possessed formidable capabilities.
"Alright, Ayase," I whispered, "it's time to face what lies ahead. I'll see you soon."