another union academy: From Weakest To Strongest

chapter 9: kaito shocks the heroes

The morning sun painted my room in a gentle glow, and as I stirred awake, I noticed my dragon, Nissa, and my cat, Kuro, both seemingly engrossed in something outside the window. Their nonchalant indifference to my presence made me chuckle.

Me:Ignoring me again, huh?

I mused, reaching out to ruffle Nissa's scales and Kuro's fur.

However, my moment of morning companionship was interrupted by the absence of hikari. Glancing at my phone, I found a text from her explaining that her mom wanted to see her. I couldn't help but sigh, my hopes of sharing breakfast together dashed.

Me:Well, it looks like it's just you and me, Nissa and Kuro

I said to my pets, who continued their vigilant observation of the outside world. As I swung my legs out of bed, I couldn't shake the slight disappointment that lingered from the unfulfilled expectation of a shared morning with hikari.

Heading to the kitchen, I decided to make the best of the situation. The aroma of coffee filled the air as I prepared a simple breakfast, contemplating the day ahead.

Me:guess it's a solo breakfast today

I remarked to myself, hoping Hanako's visit with her mom was going well.

As I sat at the table with a plate of eggs and toast, I couldn't help but wonder about the complexities of balancing personal life with the extraordinary challenges I faced. The recent battles, encounters with heroes, and the constant pressure to conform to expectations added layers of complexity to my desire for a normal, simple existence.

Taking a bite of the toast, I found solace in the familiar taste.

Me:Maybe I can find a way to balance it all

I mused aloud.

Me:Being Kai, not just the one caught in the chaos.

Nissa and Kuro, still seemingly preoccupied with their own observations, provided a silent audience to my thoughts.

Me:What do you think, guys?

I asked, receiving only a dragon's curious glance and a cat's indifferent stretch in response.

Finishing breakfast, I checked my phone for any updates from Hanako. A text arrived, assuring me that everything was going well with her mom but expressing regret at missing breakfast together. I smiled, grateful for her thoughtful message.

With a newfound determination, I decided to seize the day.

Me:Let's make it a good one, even if it's just you, me, and the pets

I declared, addressing the unspoken audience around me.

As the day unfolded, I navigated through the challenges with a renewed perspective. The city outside may have been scarred, and breakfast may have been a solo affair, but the small moments of companionship, even with a dragon and a cat, served as reminders that amidst the chaos, there were still pockets of simplicity waiting to be discovered.

Meanwhile

As Blast observed the unfolding battle between Kai and the formidable dark villain, he couldn't help but marvel at the strength displayed by the young protagonist. The clash of powers resonated through the city, each strike echoing with a force that transcended the ordinary.

Blast:Strong, I mean really strong

Blast muttered to himself, his eyes narrowed as he followed the intricate dance of combat. His experience as a hero had exposed him to countless battles, but Kai's prowess seemed to stand out even among the extraordinary.