19: Ki
Three years had passed since Leonis awakened from his deep sleep.
Now six years old, Leonis stood out with striking features.
His hair, a pristine white, cascaded down his back in soft waves.
His eyes, an unnerving yet captivating sapphire, sparkled with curiosity.
His slender face, heart-shaped and delicate, hinted at a gentle soul.
Leonis's skin, a radiant porcelain, glowed with an ethereal light.
His petite frame belied a growing strength and agility.
As he moved, his white hair danced around him.
An aura of quiet power surrounded him.
Leonis's sapphire eyes shone like stars in the night sky.
Three years of growth and development had prepared Leonis for the next stage.
Harrison, his father, deemed it time for comprehensive training.
Leonis's daily routine consisted of two primary focus areas,
Daily training with a sword, honing his physical prowess.
Magic sessions, exploring his unique abilities.
Initially, determining Leonis's magical affinity proved challenging.
The crystal used for assessment shattered.
A rare occurrence, signaling unprecedented magical potential.
Intrigued, Harrison adapted the training regime.
Emphasizing control and mastery.
Now, Leonis wielded a sword with surprising skill.
Harrison deemed Leonis's elemental affinity a mystery.
The shattered crystal left more questions than answers.
Three years of training couldn't reveal his element.
Fire? Water? Earth? Air?
Or something rare?
Shadow? Light?
The uncertainty intrigued Harrison.
Leonis's unique potential warranted special attention.
Harrison adapted his training methods.
Focusing on versatility and control.
Preparing Leonis for any possible element.
Time would reveal the truth.
And as for Luna, she had formed her mana core a year ago.
And her element ?
It was fire and wind which Harrison deemed unique.
Her magic manifested uniquely, blending flames and air.
This combination made her magic both fierce and agile.
Luna's fire-wind affinity was distinct from Leonis's mysterious element.
Her determination to catch up with her brother was what drove her growth.
With her dual-elemental affinity revealed, Luna's training would adapt.
Her magical development would focus on mastering Fire and Wind.
Today, the prestigious Noble Gathering was underway.
All six-year-old noble heirs were required to attend.
This compulsory event ensured young nobles began building connections.
Leonis, now six, wore an outfit tailored to perfection.
A crisp white shirt with billowy sleeves.
Black trousers with intricate silver threading.
A miniature version of the family crest adorned his chest.
A black jacket with velvet lapels, embroidered with subtle magic symbols.
His white hair was done neat.
Sapphire eyes sparkled with excitement.
Leonis beamed with confidence.
His slender frame stood tall.
He complemented himself perfectly.
Luna, along with her brown raven hair was dressed in a lovely Crimson red dress. Even at her young age her features were striking.
Even Leo was captivated by her beauty.
"Well look who's the cute beauty here", Aria complemented .
*Hehe" Luna beamed.
Aria and Harrison, poised and elegant. Both were dressed in a blue couples attire dress .
"Well let's get going then shall we" ? Harrison interrupted .
Leonis smiled calmly, his sapphire eyes sparkling with subtle excitement. This was his first time outside the mansion.
He had awaited this moment, but his demeanor remained composed.
Luna, on the other hand, bubbled with enthusiasm.
"Great, we're finally going outside Leo !" she squealed, bouncing in her seat.
Leo only chuckled.
As they passed the mansion's gate, the carriage began to move.
Leonis gazed out the window, taking in the unfamiliar sights.
Luna chattered excitedly beside him.
But as the carriage continued on its journey, Leonis's interest waned.
The passing buildings and streets became a blur.
His mind began to wander.
He fidgeted slightly.
Leonis's gaze turned inward, seeking distraction from the monotonous ride.
He focused on the subtle hum of mana surrounding him.
His awareness expanded, sensing the ambient magical energy.
Instinctively, he began to absorb the mana.
His body naturally processed it.
As he sensed the mana, Leonis detected something unusual.
A distinct, unfamiliar energy signature.
Not mana, but something similar.
Yet, fundamentally different.
Leonis recognized the energy instantly.
It was the same force that had driven his rapid growth in martial arts.
The reason he had mastered techniques that took others decades to learn.
At just 15, he had grasped the fundamentals of combat with ease.
Ah yes it was that same energy.
Ki.