It had been six years since Kael Renji defeated Kurojin Tsukiro, the dark force that nearly tore the world asunder. Now, Kael was 24, a symbol of hope and power in the city of Shinzai. Yet, a new challenge loomed on the horizon, not from an enemy, but from the future—the next generation of Wielders.
Renzo, at just 11 years old, had already surpassed many older Wielders in skill and ability. He had skipped primary school altogether, advancing straight to the prestigious 1st Wielder rank. His talent for combat and his mastery of Will had been noticed early, allowing him to take on low-level missions by himself, a feat that very few his age could ever dream of achieving.
Today, Renzo was returning from his latest mission, the weight of his responsibility reflected in his eyes. He had been away for weeks, completing dangerous assignments that even some adults hesitated to take.
Kael, standing tall at the gates of Shinzai, was waiting for him.
As Renzo approached, Kael couldn't help but smile. Despite the years, Renzo was still just a child in many ways—a brilliant, unstoppable child who was growing into his potential faster than anyone had expected.
"Did you complete the mission?" Kael asked, his voice light but serious.
Renzo grinned. "Of course. Nothing I couldn't handle."
Kael chuckled. "You've grown. I hope you didn't get too carried away."
Renzo looked up at him with a mischievous gleam in his eyes. "I'll never be too much for you to handle, big bro."
Kael's smile softened, the weight of Renzo's words settling in his chest. Even though Kael had always treated Renzo like his little brother, the bond they shared had grown deeper over the years. Kael had seen Renzo's potential early on, and now, he was watching him rise to become a Wielder that could one day rival even the most powerful.
"You're a prodigy," Kael said, his tone almost wistful. "But you still have a lot to learn."
Renzo nodded, his face serious for a moment. "I know. That's why I'm here. I'm ready to train with you."
Kael looked at Renzo, his heart swelling with pride. "Then let's get started. I'm going to teach you everything I know."
As the sun dipped beneath the horizon, Kael and Renzo made their way back to their training grounds, where Kael would guide Renzo through the harshest lessons of all—the lessons that would shape him into the future of their world.