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📘 Chapter 1: Ryo Kenzaki
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The world is in turmoil.
Dark forces roam the land, spreading destruction and heartache.
A new era has dawned—an age of despair.
A cloaked figure walks a broken path. His hood hides his face, his steps calm in the chaos.
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"Why are people in such a rush to end everything?"
He pauses, hearing screams in the distance—but doesn't flinch. Instead, he mutters to himself.
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"Humans... Why do you cling so tightly to this pathetic little world?"
As he nears the chaos, a few civilians sprint past him, terrified.
"HELP US!!"
"SAVE US!!!"
He ignores them. The area burns. Smoke thickens. Buildings crumble. And he smiles.
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"This world is in a deep slumber. But soon it will awaken—with a bang. Destiny has chosen me."
Suddenly, he senses another presence. He chuckles.
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"So this is what it's come to? I can't believe you went this far…"
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"Because the world needed change. And I was the only one who could do it."
"Now… come at me while you still can—if you have hope left. Just like your daughter, you'll fall at my feet."
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"I'm not fighting for revenge… this is for future generations."
His eye opens, glowing with power.
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"I am the Fate Bearer… The world's tears of sorrow. We may weep today, but I will pull us out of this darkness."
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"Let the world remember this moment. This will go down in history."
Flashes of the future: a battlefield littered with the corpses of heroes and villains.
The final battle begins.
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"I am Truth. And I will cut you off this path to destiny!"
Swords clash. Worlds and dimensions burn. Everything fades to black…
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Scene: Present Day – Serenia City
The chaos fades. We now see a lively, modern city filled with peace and joy.
Inside an apartment:
A teenage boy sits at a desk, staring at paperwork. This is Ryo Kenzaki, 17 years old, confused and deep in thought.
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Earlier That Day – City Streets
Ryo walks through the city, lost in thought.
Ryo (Narrating):
"Just one more exam, and then I'm free for summer."
Ryo:
"This is Serenia City. A place that redefines technology. It's beautiful… but most importantly, it's my home."
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Scene: School Hallway
Students bustle about, preparing for the school festival. Ryo walks among them.
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Scene: Festival Venue – Evening
Ryo helps decorate with classmates.
Ryo:
"I hope so too. My dad's been so busy with work lately..."
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Scene: Ryo's Dining Room – Night
Ryo waits at the dinner table. The clock ticks loudly.
Ryo:
"Ugh! 8:00 p.m.? Seriously?"
His father walks in.
Ryo's face lights up. He runs and hugs him.
Ryo:
"Welcome home, Dad! How was work?"
Dad (smiling):
"Busy, as always. But nothing could stop me from being here tonight."
They eat together, catching up.
Dad:
"Been studying hard? Got any summer plans?"
Ryo:
"Actually... I'm thinking of studying abroad. There's a university in Luminon."
Dad (surprised):
"Luminon? That's far. Why there?"
He pauses and sets down his spoon.
Dad (somber):
"You know what today is, right?"
Ryo (confused):
"The school festival?"
Dad:
"Yes... but it's also your mother's birthday."
Silence. Ryo's face falls.
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Scene: Quiet Dinner Table
They sit silently, lost in memory.
Dad (softly):
"I know it's hard, but she'd want you to follow your dreams."
Ryo:
"I need some air…"
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Scene: Evening City Streets
Ryo walks alone through the city. His thoughts race.
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Scene: Quiet Park
He sits on a bench, staring at the stars.
Ryo:
"Mom? Are you proud of me…?"
A bright star twinkles above.
Ryo:
"I'll make you proud. I promise."
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Scene: Dark Alley
Whoosh.
Something moves in the shadows. Ryo turns. Silence.
Then—a rustling from the bushes.
He leans in carefully.
Ryo (whispers):
"Who's there?"
He parts the leaves… and sees a mysterious girl, dressed in a unique kimono with a glowing symbol that reads "Reisen" (Wanderer). A sword rests at her side.
Ryo:
"?! Who are—"
Narrator:
"As their eyes lock, Ryo wonders: Who is this girl… and why is she in his world?"
CHAPTER END.