Gazing out of the window, a young boy with average length hair, combed in a wave-like manner towards his left, was grinning with a smile on his face. Properly attired in jeans with black shoes and laces, he had a suit-like top with a red tie that was flat against his chest.
No longer gazing out the window of the unknown vessel, he turned around as he was called out by a voice that seemed young.
"Nian stop staring like an idiot. Father said to remain proper." the voice was soft, yet cultured.
Nian gazed at the other child, he seemed as young as himself wearing the same attire, but had long, shoulder length, black hair in a ponytail like fashion instead.
"Lucas, you're too focused. Relax a bit" Nian smiled as he went back to his seat and relaxed.
The interior of the vessel seemed luxurious as it had a leather interior and a futuristic look with the many flashing lights dancing away. The seats the two boys sat themselves in seemed good enough for a king.
"When we meet father, behave yourself. Otherwise the others will think we're idiots. " Lucas frowned a little as Nian replied.
"They do that anyway Lucas. But you always put them in their place though. I'm sure you're bound to inherit fathers and your mother's hyper ability."
Lucas gave a somewhat proud smile as he nodded, "Don't worry, I'm sure you'll also inherit a Hyper ability".
As the two conversed, the large flying vessel resembling an aircraft made its way across the air passing a lush blue ocean, entering an island like resort where several fancy aircrafts were headed to dock.
The island itself had many fields of grassy plains as well as forests and oak trees with lakes that flowed in a healthy manner across rocks. Along with ponds set in a relaxing manner, one would find this as a paradise.
Within the center of the island, a large estate spanning hundreds of meters stood. Around it were high walls guarded at every inch by men who wore full military like outfits with an insignia on their backs resembling two dragons, one black and one white curling around a decorated sword.
This insignia was the symbol of the Meris Clan. The island, the estate, and the guards are all property and members of the clan. The Meris Clan of the 870th sector was quite famous for boasting some of the finest Shift Battle Mancer pilots for the past hundred years.
Their celebrity status was because the clan focused mainly on Shift Battles. The Meris Clan had been formed several hundred years ago when two great Shift Battle pilots married and unified both families, each one having a Hyper ability which meant the blood line was quite pure.
This lasted for many years, and the Meris Clan was known as one of the purest clans with a Hyper ability bloodline. It was unheard of for a child born in the clan's main family to not have a Hyper ability, even branch families would have a 40% chance just showing how pure the blood line was.
As the large aircraft docked on a platform, a man wearing a stylish suit with slick hair and a fair look wearing something over his eyes that resembled glasses, but was used to help him identify an individual. He gazed at the two children who soon exited the aircraft.
"Welcome, Young masters. Your other siblings have arrived, today is a great day." The man, aged in his 40's spoke with pride and happiness.
Lucas replied as they were following the man the three of them guarded by five individuals who boasted pulse rifles and a martial arts background for extra safety.
"Mr. Flays, is father here?" Lucas spoke as if he had known this man since he was born.
The man known as Mr. Flays replied, while continuing their approach to the main estate building. "The head of the clan will be a little late due to a meeting, I apologize young master".
Nian sighed outwardly with his hands behind his head. "It's fine, it's fine", he spoke twice before continuing as Lucas didn't speak. "I can't believe the day is finally here...Ten years. We can finally see if we have Hyper abilities… I'm so nervous" Nian moved his hands to his front and shivered a bit.
Flays gave a soft chuckle, "Young master, do not worry. Even if you do not unlock a Hyper ability on your first go, using a white key is guaranteed to give you one 2 chances and it's unheard of for our great clan to even need to use a white key to obtain a hyper ability. It's quite laughable".
Nian gave a soft laugh and nodded. "True, I guess I'm too eager". With them talking for a minute, they boarded a land vehicle that took them down an angled tunnel that led to the estate's underground facility.
Having arrived soon after, Lucas and Nian bid farewell to Mr. Flays, who would go to meet their father when he arrived. The interior of the complex was quite large; having been built into the island's underground cave system, it needed a bit of work before it could match many facilities.
Lucas looked with awe as he and Nian gazed at the Mancer mechs lined up against the walls. Each one boasting a similar layout with the Meris Clan's insignia.
"I… I can't believe it, those are the mechs our seniors use to fight in Shift Battles" Lucas spoke out with envy, gulping down the saliva that nearly became drool.
Nian eyed them for awhile also intrigued as he and Lucas took their time before entering the guarded elevator that led up inside the estates main building.
"I was hoping to see father's Mancer, I guess it's somewhere else" Nian sighed, a little disappointed.
As the elevator doors closed, it began to rise up causing the two young boys to shake slightly.
"Well, two days ago, father engaged in a Shift Battle against the head of the Willford Clan, didn't you watch it?" Nian turned to look at Lucas with shock as he spoke.
"What?! I can't believe it, who won? How was it?"
Lucas chuckled as the elevator door opened, revealing the heavily guarded hallway. The two made their way down heading towards a large door that was also guarded.
"Father, of course. It was close since the Willford Clan is nearly as big as ours, but father's Hyper ability proved greater in the end". Lucas spoke with pride and respect for his father.
As the two neared the guard attendants at the door, it opened revealing a lab like interior that had a large white marble like floor. Inside were 14 other individuals, females and males that resembled both Nian's and Lucas's age.
Frowning quietly, Nian looked down as he entered. Lucas then gave him a soft pat on the back.
"Don't worry brother, I won't let them bully you." Nian looked up at him and nodded. The two soon stood in line with the others.
One of the females with long blonde hair wearing a pink dress gazed to the side as she spoke,
"Lucas, brother, it's been two years since we've last met." she spoke with a dignified tone showing that she had been taught well for her age.
Lucas placed his hands behind his back replying.
"Indeed, I hope you are well sister." speaking with an equally respectful tone.
The female then turned to look at Nian, who seemed a bit nervous with his hands at his sides.
"Hmm, I can't believe he is here as well. Father's only mistake was allowing such no good child like him to grow."
Nian's face turned pale, feeling anger swell up in him.
Soon, another male who was near the female turned and before greeting Lucas listened to the female's words. He gave a soft laugh,
"Cousin, I agree. Although I'm from a branch family, I've heard Nian doesn't train or work hard while we all have to. He is lazy and no good. I would be shocked if he ends up with a Hyper ability. This good for nothing doesn't deserve it."
Lucas's face twisted a bit as he spoke out,
"Both of you would do well to keep your attention somewhere else. And you Tessa, how can you speak of your own brother like that?" the speaker being Lucas, Tessa & Nian's cousin quickly looked away knowing it wasn't wise to anger the one the clan head doted on the most.
Tessa frowned, then snickered as she shrugged,
"Fine brother, but know that I will never feel that he is my brother."
Nian looked down with a saddened look on his face. He had indeed not shown any care as he didn't want to be a Mancer or a celebrity in Shift Battles.
His true dream was to become an artist, as he had a natural talent for art that not even his prodigal brother Lucas could compare to. Even then, within a clan of Shift Battle Mancers, his exceptional talent was useless.
Before long, the furnished and exquisite room lit up as several adults walked in, some wearing dresses, others in suits. The children looked over to them, and the adults looked back with pride. Showing that these adults were in fact the parents of children who were a part of the branch family of the Meris Clan. Lucas and Tessa's mother stood proudly as they remained silent.
Soon after, Mr. Flays walked in and announced.
"The clan head has arrived with the seniors. please pay your respects."
Soon after, a man wearing a fancy looking suit was followed by 10 young men and women who seemed to be 18 to 20 walked out and lined up beside a luxurious chair placed in the middle of the room.
The man with a straight yet prideful look seemed to be in his 50's, yet everything about him was sharp and strong; even his mustache seemed perfect. He had dark brown hair and it was combed in a calm fashion.
The man walked over and sat on the chair as everyone remained silent. He opened his mouth and spoke,