Chapter 2: Beast King University
The long-awaited day had finally arrived—the day to choose a university. All the students stood on the vast grounds, waiting for their chance to select the institution that would shape their futures. The air was thick with anticipation.
Suddenly, the sound of flapping wings echoed through the sky. Every head turned as a massive bird appeared, its feathers shimmering in brilliant colors.
"Look! Someone's riding it!"
A girl with long red hair and bright, piercing eyes stood atop the majestic creature. Whispers spread like wildfire through the crowd.
"She's the top student at Beast King University, one of the top three universities in the realm!" someone shouted.
The girl, Aurelia Stormrider, stood tall, a confident smile on her face as she spoke.
"Today marks the beginning of a new chapter in your lives. From now on, you will walk the path of a Beast Tamer, tasked with saving humanity from the monstrous creatures that threaten our world."
For as long as anyone could remember, these foreign monsters—beasts that dwelled in the dark mist—had been a constant menace to humanity. No one knew where they came from or why they attacked, but one thing was certain: they had to be stopped.
As representatives from the rival universities made their grand entrances, the excitement grew. From Dragonspire University, known for its fierce training in combat and beast mastery, appeared a towering figure who had earned a reputation for his brutal strength. From Silverclaw Academy, a calm and calculating strategist, the top scholar of the academy stepped forward, her silver hair gleaming in the sunlight.
Among them was Seraphina Moonlight, the renowned School Goddess, whose graceful presence immediately earned her a spot at Beast King University without hesitation.
But one student stood apart.
Ray, a young man with average talents, moved forward with unwavering determination. He didn't head toward any of the other prestigious universities. Instead, he walked directly toward Aurelia, standing tall on her giant beast.
"I want to attend Beast King University," Ray declared boldly.
The crowd fell silent, astonished. A murmuring wave spread as many wondered: What could a student with such average talent be thinking?
Aurelia looked down at him, her piercing eyes studying him carefully. "You wish to attend Beast King University?"
Ray nodded firmly. "Yes, I do."
Aurelia's expression hardened slightly, but her voice remained steady. "Then prove yourself. To enter Beast King University, you must tame a beast of general rank from the Beast World. Fail, and you will leave the university. Do you accept?"
Ray's resolve was clear as he met her gaze. "I'm going to tame a beast of general rank. No doubt about it."
The crowd buzzed with disbelief, but Ray's confidence was unshaken.
After the announcements were made, Aurelia and the other representatives handed out letters, instructing the students to report the next day to register and officially begin their journey.