In the Mysterious Research Club, Rias and Sona sat together, exchanging thoughtful glances. Rias' eyes held a mixture of worry and curiosity, while Sona appeared excited, as though she had uncovered a great secret.
Sona, with a slight smile: "Do you really think he possesses a Sacred Gear? If that's true, then this changes everything. He won't just be an ordinary student at the academy."
Rias, with a serious tone: "I think so, yes. It's not just because of his apparent strength, but also because of the way he acts. I've noticed he carries something strange in his energy. A sense of latent power that's hard to explain."
Sona, intrigued: "And you plan to recruit him?"
Rias, cautiously: "Yes, he needs to be part of our noble faction. We have big plans for the future, and having him on our side would give us the strength we need, especially with the upcoming visit of Riser Phoenix. If we can recruit Leon, we will have a trump card for the coming battle."
Sona, smiling: "I see now. If your plans require such power, then this young man must be the key. But do you think he'll join easily?"
Rias, hesitating: "I don't know yet. But I'll do my best. If he has a Sacred Gear, this might be my chance to escape the pressure of my engagement with Riser. If I can convince him, I will be free of all those restrictions. He can help me reshape what has been forced upon me."
Sona, thoughtfully: "I'm confident you'll succeed. But you must be careful. If Leon possesses such power, he might be more dangerous than you think. He may not be as easy as you assume."
Rias, with a decisive tone: "I'll be careful, but I can't let this opportunity slip away. I will make him join us. Not just for the sake of Kuoh Academy, but for my future."
Their conversation revealed a clear desire to recruit Leon, yet there was an underlying mystery, as everyone seemed to be trying to unravel his true identity.
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As Leon walked home after a day filled with investigations and encounters, he felt something unusual coursing through his body. A growing sense of danger loomed over him, as though eyes were watching him from every angle. He tried to calm himself, but he knew something had changed.
At that moment, the system whispered in his mind:
System: "It seems you can feel it. The imminent danger, right?"
Leon, deep in thought: "Yes, I can't ignore it. Things have become more complicated at Kuoh Academy. There are forces gathering around me, and I have a feeling I'm being watched. I can't continue like this. I need to increase my power."
System: "That feeling is genuine, Leon. And in this case, there is a way to significantly increase your strength."
Leon, with curiosity: "Tell me more. What is the way?"
System: "You've already learned to exploit certain sins for power. Wrath and envy, as you've noticed, give you unique abilities. But if you want to boost your power even further, you can focus on enhancing greed. It's not just a desire for wealth or power, but the ability to exploit everything around you for your benefit."
Leon, contemplating: "Greed?"
System: "Yes. Greed is a force that amplifies your desire to possess more, whether it's supernatural abilities, knowledge, or even Sacred Gear. By increasing your greed, you can attract power and resources much faster and stronger. Greed will give you the ability to gather everything you can and turn it into overwhelming strength."
Leon, with a cold smile: "I see. If the power I need lies in greed, then I have no problem using it, as long as I can control it."
System: "Control is key. But remember, increasing your greed will attract attention, especially from those who seek what you have. If you choose to go down this path, you might become more dangerous than you realize."
Leon, with growing confidence: "I don't care. I'll be ready for anything. If Kuoh Academy is the battlefield, I'll dominate it."
With those words, Leon felt a surge of power building within him. He knew the decisions he made in the coming days would change the course of his life forever, and that using the sins would grant him a strength he had never imagined.
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As Leon continued walking down the dark road, he felt something entirely different—a strange aura of energy surrounding him, as though a hidden power was beginning to awaken inside him. He knew that choosing the sins wasn't a simple matter, but the increasing desire for more power was pulling him down this path.
The system, after a long silence, whispered again in his mind:
System: "You're already feeling the effect of greed. The energy surrounding you has grown denser. But remember, this power is not without consequences. As your greed increases, so will its impact on you, and it may lead you down a path that's difficult to turn back from."
Leon, smiling coldly: "I don't care. Everything will be under my control. Nothing will slip through my fingers."
As he continued down the dark path, Leon's thoughts drifted to the future, to the challenges he would face. But with every step, he felt his power growing. He knew that Kuoh Academy wouldn't just be a place of study for him—it would be a field for his growth and a constant battle for supremacy.
At that moment, he felt someone watching him from afar. He turned to see Sona and another figure, seemingly observing his every move. Leon felt something strange. He suspected these eyes weren't just curious. He began to wonder if something bigger was awaiting him at Kuoh Academy.
System: "They're there. Sona... and Tsubaki... They seem to have more than just a passing interest in you."
Leon, growing cautious: "I felt it too. It would be best to stay wary of them. They probably don't have good intentions. But I'll stay in control. Soon, they'll know who I am."
As Leon continued on his path, he kept a close watch on their movements. He knew the next stage would be filled with tough decisions and challenges that required more than just power. But with the greed starting to take hold, Leon felt he was on the brink of a new chapter in his life.
He was certain that what would unfold at Kuoh Academy would deeply affect his destiny, and that this was the beginning of a new era—one that would not only involve gaining power, but would be a constant struggle to prove himself in a world that knew no mercy.
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A week had passed since the start of Leon's studies at Kuoh Academy. He was walking across the suspended bridge, heading to his next class. The air was calm, and students were engaged in conversation, but Leon noticed something odd. Among the crowd, there was a girl standing on the edge of the bridge, staring at him. She was wearing the Kuoh Academy uniform, and nothing about her appearance seemed suspicious.
But something in her behavior set off alarms. Leon felt an unsettling aura around her, even though her outward appearance seemed completely normal. The system's voice in his mind grew tense.
System (whispering in Leon's mind): "Be careful. There's something off about this girl. Stay alert!"
Leon frowned slightly as he watched her, then began to approach her cautiously. Before he could take another step, the girl surprised him by turning toward him with a strange smile on her face.
Girl (calmly): "Hello, you're Leon, right? I... I need to tell you something important. Actually... I'm interested in you."
Leon stopped for a moment, as if he couldn't believe what he heard. He looked at her with a surprised expression before forcing a comedic smile, trying to hide his astonishment.
Leon (casually): "You're interested in me? Really? Seems like I have a strange effect on the girls here."
The girl appeared flustered, but couldn't stop smiling.
Leon (laughing lightly): "But do you think I'd follow you because of your sudden confession?"
The girl froze, as if struck by lightning. Her shock was evident, and her face showed clear surprise. Leon gave her a playful glance before deciding to continue on his way.
Leon (continuing his walk with a smile): "Anyway, if you're looking for a date or something... I'm not here to be part of a sudden romance game."
Girl (confused, frozen in place): "W-wait, I didn't mean..."
Leon didn't give her a chance to finish, continuing down his path with ease. This wasn't the first time he had encountered someone strange at Kuoh Academy, but he was sure this girl was more than just an ordinary student.
At the same time, a few steps away, Koniko was watching the scene calmly from afar. She was there on Rias' request to monitor Leon and his actions. Though she smiled a little at his humorous interaction with the girl, her eyes remained fixed on every movement.
Koniko (picking up her phone to call Rias): "Rias, Leon met a strange girl on the bridge. She tried to get close to him... Yes, he should be cautious."
The scene quickly shifted to a conversation between Leon and the system in his mind.
Leon (laughing lightly, continuing his walk): "That girl was strange. Do you think I'll be part of some drama?"
System (calmly): "I don't think this is a drama. She might be after something else. Stay cautious in such situations."
Leon (sarcastically): "I'm sure if I act uninterested, everything will go smoothly. I won't be an easy target for anyone."
The system (seriously): "But don't forget, this place is full of different students. You always need to be prepared for anything."
Leon (smiling confidently): "I won't hesitate to handle any situation. Koh Academy isn't an ordinary place, but I'll deal with it in my own way."
As Leon continued walking, he felt something strange stirring within him. He didn't know what awaited him in this mysterious academy, but one thing was certain: everything here would have consequences greater than he could imagine.