As Jake and his friends were discussing their cores, time passed unknowingly.
"Hey, brats, go home; it's already past evening," an old man shouted at them.
Jake and his friends then looked at their surroundings and found themselves the only ones left in the park.
"Sorry, Grandpa Tom, we forgot about the time," Jake and his friends apologized.
"It's okay. You all must have awakened cores today; it's normal to be excited about it, but don't forget at night monsters roam, and you helpless children are their first target," Grandpa Tom laughed and then said in a scary tone.
Jake and his friends looked at each other and saw amusement in each other's eyes; Grandpa Tom's words might have worked on other kids but not on them.
"Of course, we know, Grandpa Tom. Don't forget to come to my house in the morning," Jake said to others and started returning home.
"We will surely come," his friends said and went back to their homes as well.
Grandpa Tom looked at them with a slight smile on his face. "All of them are good," he whispered.
"They are indeed more mature compared to kids their age," a voice came from Tom's shadow.
"Should I give them a better Core Refining Art?" Tom asked, whispering.
"I agree. It's better than the waste arts they will receive from their families," the female voice approved.
"Let's do it then, Leah," Tom mumbled and vanished.
If Jake had used his Akashic Eyes on him, he might have found out Tom is also a hidden boss.
"I am home, Mom, Dad," Jake said entering the house.
"Go get washed; dinner is ready," his Mom's voice came from inside.
"Okay, Mom," Jake nodded and went to get washed.
After some time, the family of three sat at the dinner table.
"Mom, Dad, when can I get the Refining Art?" Jake asked. He already had the Unknown Foundation Art, but he could sell those arts to the system and buy another Art for his friends.
"That can be done, but what will you say to your friends while passing those arts?" Sera asked.
'I'll just make an excuse,' Jake replied mentally.
"Oh, we forgot about it. Don't worry; we will give it to you after dinner," Reynold said.
"Yes, we will give you two arts for your two cores, one from me and one from Dad," Sera smiled and said.
'We forgot about the refining art due to the Heart core,' Sera said telepathically to Reynold.
'We got busy trying to hide his Heart core,' Reynold replied.
Using telepathy at their level is common.
"Two arts? Can't I use one art on both my cores?" Jake asked.
"No, your Heart core is from me, while your center core is from Dad, so we will give an Art suitable for each core. But you remembered my words, right?" Sera shook her head and explained and then asked seriously.
"Yes, Mom, I didn't tell anyone about my two cores," Jake replied.
'In lunch, dragon and now unicorn meat, what will I get to eat in breakfast?' Jake mentally thought, and now he has another achievement of Unicorn Cuisine along with Dragon and Phoenix Cuisine.
"Very good," Sera smiled and ruffled Jake's hair.
"Dad, can you also train my friends too?" Jake asked his father.
"Your friends? Did you tell your friends that Dad is going to train you?" Before Reynold could reply, his Mom asked.
"Yes, Mom," Jake said with the cutest smile he could muster, seeing his Mom's frowning face, and as expected, his Mom's frowning face changed to a happy one.
[Wow, using cute tactics on your Mom.]
'Shut up; whenever Mom frowns, it means danger. I have to save myself,' Jake mentally rebuked.
"Of course, your dad will train them, right, dear?" Sera said with a happy smile while hugging Jake.
"O-Of course, I will train them too," Reynold's lips twitched, seeing Jake manipulating Sera. 'What a sly brat, but I can train his friends as his allies; it's a win-win for me too,' he thought.
'I should also call them,' Reynold thought, remembering the twins he once saved, and they pledged their loyalties to him.
After dinner, Jake patiently waited for his mom and dad to bring the Core Refining Art.
"Here, Jake, the blue one is for your center core, while the white one is for your Heart Core," Reynold and Sera returned with two books with blue and white covers.
Jake took the books and said, "Don't worry, Mom and Dad, I will learn them properly and use them right away."
"It's okay; you can take your time. After all, you still have six years," Sera smiled and said.
"Hmm," Jake nodded.
"Go and get some sleep early; you have to wake up early tomorrow," Reynold smiled and said.
"Goodnight, Mom and Dad," Jake said as he went to his room.
"Is training at such a young age necessary?" Sera asked after Jake left the room.
"You know just how cruel this world is to the weak," Reynold sighed and said.
"I know, but at least let him enjoy his childhood," Sera said, sitting on Reynold's lap.
Reynold held his wife and said, "Do you think I don't want that? I also want Jake to live normally, but this world won't let it happen. He is more talented than we imagined. We can protect him now, but what if someday we are not available? His talent will surely attract a lot of trouble, and I want to make sure Jake is ready to face those troubles."
"I know, despite our powers, we are weak," Sera said in a depressing tone.
"We aren't. It's just that we haven't reached the peak," Reynold said as he caressed Sera's back.
"After Jake goes to the Academy, we will go back to that realm," Reynold said.
"Who will look after Jake then?" Sera asked, still leaning on Reynold's chest.
"Remember the Twins who used to serve me?" Reynold asked.
"The Divine and Abyssal Twins?" Sera clarified.
"Yes, those two. I plan to call them back and have them take care of Jake from the shadows," Reynold said.
"No, not from the shadows. Let them accompany Jake as normal children. We still have those Trickster Rings, right?" Sera suggested, looking into Reynold's eyes.
"Hm, okay," Reynold nodded, finding it better, as what if Jake got ambushed before they had a chance to help him.
Reynold then stood up, carrying Sera in a princess carry. "Let's go to sleep too."
"Sleep? I thought you didn't plan to let me have one tonight," Sera said seductively to Reynold as he carried her to their room.
On Jake's side, after returning to his room, Jake looked at the arts, using Eyes of Akashic.
[White Star Art: The Core Refining Art of White Heart Core is a profound and ancient technique specifically designed for refining and enhancing the powers emanating from the White Heart Core. The White Heart Core is a unique and rare core that holds a special significance in the realm of mystical energies. It can refine core to peak pseudo White core level.
It consist of various methods:
1. Refinement Process: The art involves a meticulous process of refining the White Heart Core, purifying it from impurities, and unlocking its hidden potential. This refinement aims to optimize the core's energy output and strengthen it.
2. Harmonizing Energies: The White Star Art emphasizes the harmonization of energies within the White Heart Core. It aligns the core with the natural rhythms of the universe, creating a resonance that enhances the user's ability to tap into and control the special forces associated with the White Heart Core.
3. Enhanced Authority: As a result of the refinement process, practitioners of the White Star Art gain an enhanced authority over the specific energies associated with the White Heart Core. This authority allows for more precise control and manipulation of these energies, leading to a heightened mastery and power over related abilities.
4. Symbolism of the White Star: The White Star, a symbol within the art's name, represents purity, transcendence, and a connection to celestial energies. The practitioners of this art aim to embody the qualities symbolized by the White Star, fostering a spiritual connection to the cosmos.
5. Advanced Techniques: The art includes advanced techniques for channeling and focusing the refined energies. These techniques may involve intricate movements, meditative practices, and specific visualizations that align with the symbolism of the White Star.
a. Celestial Resonance Fusion:
Description: This technique involves attuning the refined White Heart Core to the celestial bodies' frequencies, such as stars and planets. By harmonizing with these cosmic vibrations, practitioners can temporarily amplify the power of their core, achieving an enhanced state of energy manipulation.
Restriction : Can only maintain this state for 1 min in E rank, Time will increase with each advancement.
Cooldown : one hour
b. Stellar Veil Manifestation:
Description: By visualizing the White Heart Core as a radiant star, practitioners can create an ethereal veil around themselves. This protective barrier not only shields against physical and metaphysical threats but also has the ability to reflect negative energies back to their source.
Restriction : It is designed to protect and reflect attacks with a power level of below, equal and one rank above the practitioner. Attacks from entities or forces of Two higher rank cannot be reflected or protected and must be dealt with through alternative means.
Cooldown : None
c. Ecliptic Reservoir Infusion:
Description: Drawing inspiration from solar and lunar cycles, this technique involves accumulating energy during specific celestial events, such as solar eclipses or equinoxes. The practitioner stores this potent energy within their refined core, providing a temporary surge in power that can be unleashed strategically.
Restriction : After each use, user will fell in weakened state for 1 hours.
cool down : 24 Hours
d. Nova Ignition Burst:
Description: By concentrating the refined energies within the White Heart Core to a critical point, practitioners can release a controlled burst of energy akin to a stellar nova.
Restriction : Takes 50% WHE to unleash this attack.
Cooldown : None
e. Cosmic Serenity Embodiment:
Description: Through deep meditation and connection with the White Heart Core, practitioners can embody the serene essence of the cosmos. This state grants temporary immunity to mental and emotional disturbances, allowing for clear-headed decision-making even in the midst of chaos.
Restriction : None
Cooldown : one hour
"Now I am thinking unknown Foundation Art is weaker then this" Jake mumbled seeing the Core refining Art.
[you can't compare them, this White Start Art sole purpose is to refine White Heart Core while ??? Foundation Art can refine any core to perfection] Nexus remarked