Rhino began to speak to the crowd, "Alright everyone, let's move on to the next match. On the right side—" but he was cut off by a deep voice saying, "Black sphere time stop." Suddenly, the arena filled with the sound of a ticking clock, and no one could move.
The voice continued, "Can you hear me? I made sure your ears still work. I'm tired of your little games. You think you're worthy of joining my organization, but you're weak. Some of you can't even use primordial qi, something so basic a child could do it. You're a disappointment."
He sighed deeply, "I'm tired of this. I'm giving you one chance: you have one year to kill five protagonists. Don't fail me." Then the ticking clock began to reverse, and the figure vanished.
Suddenly, a bright light appeared from various places like their hands or pockets. They all checked and found a portable version of the hero's list.
Kaito grinned triumphantly. "Now it's time for my rise to greatness."
Still in shock, Rhino addressed the group. "Alright, everyone, come back here in a year. I'll make sure your achievements are noted, but only for your personal records, so we can track your progress. Now, go."
Two days later, Kaito declared, "I've chosen my target. He lives in the metropolis of technology, the jewel of development, the land of opportunities—Synthetica City. Wait for me, I'll be there."
In the 943rd century, Synthetica City stood as a testament to human progress. Its skyline was filled with towering structures made of glass and steel, a symbol of technological supremacy. Neon lights bathed the streets in vibrant colors, while skycars zoomed overhead, leaving trails of light behind them. Beneath the surface, tunnels buzzed with the flow of data, powering the city.
At the heart of the city was the Synapse Citadel, a massive tower that housed the neural network of Synthetica. Here, minds and machines became one, creating a digital world of endless possibilities. But beneath the city's shining surface lurked shadows—hackers and criminals thrived in the dark corners, hidden from the light of progress.
Amidst this chaos, a mysterious figure known as the Ghost in the Machine fought for justice, navigating the digital landscape to uncover the truth behind Synthetica's secrets. With every step, they came closer to a dangerous conspiracy that could destroy the city.
Kaito laughed hysterically. "That's a lot of information. My target must be there."