The bright sun shone down on the empty prison yard, creating long shadows as the inmates moved carefully, each trying to get through another day. Among them was Kaito, a young man with determined eyes, who walked over to Orion, a tough and feared prisoner.
"Hey, Orion, can I sit with you?" Kaito asked casually.
Orion looked at him with suspicion and curiosity. After a moment, he nodded and motioned for Kaito to sit on the old bench next to him.
Kaito quickly said, "I know this place is rough, but I've found a way to escape. Are you interested?"
Orion narrowed his eyes, showing some interest but still suspicious. He wondered why Kaito had come to him and whether he could trust him.
"Why do you think you can escape? And why should I believe you?" Orion asked, doubt in his voice.
Kaito replied confidently, "I've studied this prison—every security detail, every weak spot, and the daily routines. With the right plan and a good team, we can escape without anyone noticing."
Orion's expression changed slightly, showing a hint of respect.
"I like your spirit, kid," Orion said slowly. "But you're new here. How do you know so much? Why did you come to me? Talk is cheap; I need more than just words. If we're going to do this, we need a solid plan."
Kaito nodded, showing he was determined.
Taking a deep breath, Kaito said, "Trust me. I have a plan, and if we work together, we can make it happen."
Orion, still not fully convinced, replied, "I don't trust you yet, but something tells me you might be onto something. For now, I'll go along with this."
As Kaito moved through the yard, he was alert and careful. He blended in with the crowd, observing faces, listening to whispers, and noting any suspicious looks. He moved like a predator, his instincts sharp from tough experiences. Kaito listened not just with his ears but with his whole body, aware of the hidden truths and unspoken intentions around him.
While he walked through the yard, his mind raced with questions. Each inmate seemed like a potential source of important information. He watched their faces, noticing signs of fear, desperation, and hope. But he was also focused on the guards, looking for weaknesses. He studied their patterns, habits, and vulnerabilities, searching for any flaws in their routine.
With each passing minute, Kaito felt he was uncovering the prison's secrets, one clue at a time. He believed that every piece of information brought him closer to solving the mystery of the prison.
As he continued to observe silently, Kaito felt he was close to discovering something crucial that could change everything. But for now, he waited, knowing the right moment to act had not yet arrived. The day slowly ended, and Kaito remained patient, knowing tomorrow would bring a chance to move forward with his plan.
A guard's voice broke the quiet, announcing, "Time to sleep. All inmates, back to your cells."
The inmates returned to their cells, settling in for another night. Most followed their routines, getting ready for sleep and the next day. But Kaito's day had been different. He had spent his time carefully listening and gathering important information. He remembered overhearing a conversation about the prison's security levels.
Rumors suggested that the level they were on wasn't the deepest part of Synthetica's maximum-security prison. There was another level below, where only one inmate was kept—a prisoner so dangerous that most guards were stationed there. The level they were on had only a few guards per shift, while the deepest level had nearly a hundred guards. Kaito realized that the key to escaping was to free this mysterious prisoner.
Focusing his energy, Kaito used his elemental abilities. He whispered, "Earth Seismic Sense," feeling the structure of the prison and searching for the hidden cell. His instincts told him he was directly above the inmate's cell, making it easier for him to reach and speak with the prisoner.
Kaito called on his powers again. "Earth Power: Earth Rupture," he muttered. A crack appeared beneath his bed, opening a small gap in the floor. He knew he could seal it with his powers, but he had to act quickly. The guards checked every five minutes to make sure no inmates tried to escape. Without hesitation, Kaito jumped into the opening, using "Earth Grasp" to slow his fall.
As he descended through the gap, Kaito controlled his fall carefully. He landed softly at the bottom, right in front of the dangerous inmate. The prisoner was heavily restrained, his hands cuffed and surrounded by strong iron bars.
Kaito stood there, knowing this inmate was the key to his escape plan.