In the cocoon of their soundproofed room, Ryu took a deep breath, bracing himself to unveil the shadows of his past. "Princess Amara," he began, his voice carrying the weight of hidden truths, "I wasn't born in this world. In my past life, I was known as Hiroto, a soldier on Earth."
Amara's eyes widened with surprise and confusion, absorbing this revelation. Ryu continued, narrating his life as Hiroto, the battles, the struggles, and the ultimate sacrifice that led to his reincarnation. As he spoke of the god's divine purpose for him—to combat the emerging evil from the mysterious East—Amara's shock turned into a silent contemplation.
"I understand if this is a lot to take in," Ryu said, looking into Amara's eyes. "But I need you to know who I am, beyond the Ryu you see. The East harbors a danger that I'm destined to confront."
Amara, still grappling with the revelation, finally found her voice. "Ryu, you are Ryu. The past doesn't change who you are now. I love you, not for your past, but for the person you are here and now. Don't break my heart, Ryu."
Touched by her acceptance, Ryu pulled her into a warm embrace. For a moment, they found solace in each other's arms, the complexities of their individual histories momentarily forgotten. However, the tranquility was shattered by a sudden explosion outside, disrupting the fragile peace that had settled between them.
Ryu's senses heightened as he perceived an imminent danger. He released Amara from the embrace, his eyes darting towards the source of the disturbance. "Stay here," he urged, a protective instinct awakening within him.
As Ryu cautiously approached the door, the unsettling echoes of chaos echoed through the academy halls. The ominous explosion hinted at an upheaval, a disturbance in the once tranquil environment. With a sense of urgency, Ryu prepared to face the unforeseen threat, leaving Princess Amara with a promise to return unscathed.
The chapter closed with suspense hanging thick in the air, the unknown danger lurking just beyond the confines of their sanctuary, waiting to challenge Ryu's newfound resolve.