The Keeper of The Dragon Flame BNHA X OCS

Off to Splinter's Dojo!

The festive cheer of Christmas gave way to the work-study period, and Ben, Dan Heng, and Irelia prepared for their next challenge. They decided to continue their work-study with Splinter, feeling the unique training he offered was essential for their growth. Irelia, impressed by the effectiveness of Splinter's methods, decided to join them.

The trio made their way to the manhole cover that served as the entrance to Splinter's dojo. As they approached, Irelia looked at the manhole cover with a hint of skepticism.

Irelia: (doubtfully) This is where Splinter's dojo is? It looks so... ordinary.

Ben: (grinning) Trust me, Irelia. Splinter's dojo is a lot more than it seems.

Dan Heng: (nodding) You'll see. Sometimes, the most unassuming places hold the greatest surprises.

Ben lifted the manhole cover and descended the ladder into the familliar underground lair.

Splinter, standing in the center of the dojo room, greeted them with a calm demeanor.

Splinter: (nodding in acknowledgment) Welcome back, students. I see you have brought a new addition.

Irelia: (respectfully) Master Splinter, I'm Irelia. I hope to benefit from your training just as much as Ben and Dan Heng have.

Splinter: (nodding approvingly) Irelia, it is good to meet you. Training here will indeed challenge you, but it will also help you grow.

The training commenced without delay, with Splinter leading Ben, Dan Heng, and Irelia through an array of challenging exercises meant to push their boundaries and sharpen their skills. This time, the training took place on the city's rooftops, where the trio would chase the agile turtles—Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael—across the skyline of New York City.

Splinter: (instructively) Your goal is simple: keep up with my sons. Their speed, agility, and teamwork will push you to your limits. Stay focused, and do not let them out of your sight.

The turtles took off in a burst of speed, their movements fluid and synchronized as they leaped from one rooftop to another. Ben, Dan Heng, and Irelia immediately gave chase, their eyes fixed on the rapidly moving figures ahead.

The rooftops became a blur as they dashed across the uneven terrain. Irelia, her body agile and precise, matched the turtles' pace with surprising ease. Each leap and bound seemed effortless as she maintained her speed, her eyes locked on the turtles ahead. The challenge, however, was more than just a test of speed; it was a test of endurance and strategy.

Irelia: (determined as she leapt over a gap between buildings) This training is intense, but I can already feel myself improving.

The turtles, noticing Irelia's determination, increased their pace. Michelangelo flipped backward mid-air, landing gracefully on a narrow ledge before sprinting forward again. Leonardo and Raphael took a more direct route, their movements precise and calculated. Donatello, with his bo staff in hand, vaulted over obstacles with practiced ease.

As the group neared a series of connected rooftops with varying heights, Splinter's voice echoed through the comms.

Splinter: (calmly yet encouragingly) Excellent, Irelia. You are adapting well to the challenge. But remember, the path to mastery is not just about speed; it is about understanding your environment and using it to your advantage.

Irelia's eyes narrowed in focus. As the turtles bounded ahead, she began to analyze the terrain, noting potential shortcuts and routes that could give her an edge. With a swift decision, she took a slightly different path, launching her blades towards a nearby vent and using them as a platform to propel herself forward. The move allowed her to catch up to Raphael, who glanced back in surprise.