Heimdall: The Father of All Wants You to Be Present at the Grand Palace
Aphrodite: Understood, I will notify my students
*Heimdall disappears immediately*
Aphrodite: *Think* So soon do you want to celebrate the beginning? It seems that he has more important matters to deal with
Aphrodite: Get ready, we're going to Odin's Palace
All: Yes
*Hours go by and all the members of GODS are arriving*
Aphrodite: There is no doubt, I was not wrong
Shu: What do you mean?
Aphrodite: The tournament will be held earlier than planned, they will not even give us time to prepare
Shu: Huh? Seriously? Can that be done?
Aphrodite: There is no rule that specifies this, but a whole month is usually left for each round to be carried out
Eden: This is much better; we have no time to waste
Shu: You may be right, but there's something wrong here
Eden: What do you mean?
Shu: Since we arrived, they have not stopped watching us, we always have a soldier on us and today is no exception. Why so many measures?+
Eden: Maybe it's because I can't control my power yet
Shu: Maybe...
Balder: Good afternoon, welcome to the palace of the god of all
Eden: It's You
Balder: See you again, Eden
Isaac: Do you know each other?
Eden: We saw each other the other day, he helped me
Aphrodite: So, you already know the most beloved god in Nork
Eden: A god?
Aphrodite: Didn't you know? He is the god of light and truth, known as Balder, the righteous
Balder: Enough, don't call me by that name, he's very self-centered
Aphrodite: It wasn't me who put it on you, it was your people
Shu: *Think* At first glance its great strength stands out
Balder: Please come with me, the father of all is waiting for you
*The group enters the great palace and manages to observe many informants, students and some gods*
Aphrodite: It seems that we are a little late
Odin: Sit Down
Aphrodite: I didn't expect there to be so many guests, what do you hope to achieve with this?
Odin: What are you implying?
Aphrodite: I'm sorry to sound arrogant, but do you really think I didn't notice?
Odin: Of what exactly?
Aphrodite: What exactly is going on in this place? Why is all of Asgard surrounded by thousands of soldiers? What do they defend?
Odin: You should know it pretty by now, Black Lights can appear at any time, plus the demon child is this danger that I must protect my people from. Is it so hard to understand or doesn't it fit into that silly head of yours?
*The sword of Eden approaches Odin's neck*
Eden: Say it again and I'll kill you
Aphrodite: Eden!
Eden: I'm not going to let you talk like that to those close to me
Aphrodite: Eden, sit down once and for all!
Odin: Tell me, what is it that torments you?
*The sword of Eden falls to the ground and its eyes lose its shine*
Odin: *Think* Oh, what a surprise, I didn't expect to find that
*Eden falls to the ground fainting*
Aphrodite: Let's get this over with the
Odin: Come on, don't be like that, the people in my village and elsewhere must know the clashes
Aphrodite: The next time you do something to my students, I'll kill you
Odin: Yes, yes
*Giant holograms appear all over the world*
Odin: I apologize for the wait spectators, welcome, to the presentation of the format and the choice of matches against the GODS Institute. First, we decided on a 1 on 1 format, in which 3 of our students will face 3 from GODS, the high school that gets two victories will take the victory. The rules of this fight will be: Number 1, it is not allowed to assassinate the opponent. Number 2, it is not allowed to amputate a limb of the opponent. Number 3, victory is received when the opponent is knocked out. That's all
Aphrodite: *Think* There is no rule different from those established by the king
Odin: On the other hand, we'll announce the matchups we've chosen. First, Isaac vs Kou
Aphrodite: *Thinks* Kou Näve, a student specializing in metal techniques, is famous for his impregnable defense and great physical strength
Odin: Showdown Number 2, Eden vs Rei
Aphrodite: *Think* Rei Sandhed, a great warrior of swords, stands out for his great speed and precision, as well as possessing great control of wooden techniques
Odin: Finally, Nai vs Shu
Aphrodite: *Think* Nai Blixt, son of Thor and grandson of Odin, has great talent in his blood, one of the top 10 warriors of the Gold rank, with a level far superior to the others. In addition to his great control of electrical techniques, he is a monster in melee and in the use of magic, a true monster
Shu: *Think* I plan to destroy you and regain my place in the gold rank
Nai: *Think* I'll show you the difference in power between us
Odin: That's all for today, I hope you see us during the tournament, goodbye.
*Holograms disappear everywhere*
Aphrodite: If that's all, we're leaving
Odin: As you wish, I hope to see you here tomorrow
Aphrodite: We will be, and we will tear you to pieces
Odin: Yes, yes
*The whole group leaves the palace carrying Eden*
Aphrodite: You know what you should do
Shu: Yes, leave it to us, we will make them pay for everything that happened
Odin: You'd better tear them to pieces
Nai: Don't worry, grandpa, they won't even have a chance
*The group is shown with very serious faces*
Isaac: Why doesn't he wake up? We need it soon
Shu: When he faints, it usually takes a day for him to be conscious
Isaac: Damn it, what the hell did that god do to him?
Shu: Namely, right now we can just wait for him to wake up
Aphrodite: *Think* If Eden is not conscious by tomorrow, we will have a big problem, when Eden does not appear, they will take it as abandonment, and that will allow them to gain an advantage
*A strong wind is shown running through the streets of Asgard*
Isaac: *Think* Can we really win? The guy I'm facing is practically invincible and someone with my strength won't even be able to brush him. Damn it, why did I decide to join such a school? If it hadn't been for that guy, I... I...
*Isaac notices an overwhelming presence behind him*
Isaac: What are you doing here?
Stranger 22: You haven't forgotten it, have you?
Isaac: No, I'll do my part, I hope you do the same. Remember that I will risk everything, even my own life
Stranger 22: You can rest assured, after all I'm a man of my word
Isaac: I hope so...
*Presence fades quickly*
Isaac: Now I remember...
*Dawn breaks in Asgard and a city full of visitors is shown*
Shu: Dwarves... Trolls... Talking trees What the hell is this?
Aphrodite: Don't be surprised, This place is divided into 7 kingdoms, which are full of very interesting beings. In addition, people from outside also come
Shu: 9 kingdoms? This place doesn't seem that big
Aphrodite: Yes, after all we are only at the top of Yggdrasil, the rest of the kingdoms are located below us
Isaac: I'm ready
Aphrodite: It's time to head to the combat arena
Shu: It's gigantic...
*A combat arena covered in ice frost and with gigantic statues at the entrance is shown*
Nai: So, you've already arrived
Shu: Nai...
Nai: Huh? Don't you need one more idiot? That devil boy
Shu: Call him by his name, it's Eden
Nai: Yes, yes, that Eden, where is he?
Shu: He...
Eden: Here I am, what do you want?
All: Eden!
Eden: I'm sorry I worried you
Shu: But how? A few hours ago, you looked like you were in a coma
Eden: I don't know, but now the important thing is Isaac's fight
*Eden points to Isaac*
Eden: Fight, fight, and don't stop fighting
Isaac: Yes!
Shu: What happened while he was unconscious? He's acting different than he usually seems more confident, but there's no arrogance. What the hell happened?
Nai: I'm looking forward to our showdown, to tear you to pieces
Shu: Keep dreaming
*Isaac is shown with his spear in his hand*
Isaac: *Think* I'll win, I must win, I can't afford to lose, I'll make up for all that lost time and get back to my life
Guard: Isaac Yoi, it's time for you to get out
Isaac: Yes!
*Isaac and Kou are shown staring at each other and the audience expectant*
*Odin is shown on his throne*
Odin: *Think* Is that his true face? He is a monster of great fear...